Layerthorpe Travel Guide
York
Visit Layerthorpe
Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Top hotels in Layerthorpe
Premier Inn York City Centre - Layerthorpe
Very helpful staff who provided excellent service and the room was comfortable. However the hotel patrons were rowdy and public areas like the toilets in the common area were dirty. The people in the room next to us were loudly talking into the early hours of the night which was so frustrating, so ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Lovely room .. great location
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Milner York
An historic York hotel, fully modernised with real character and conveniently close to city centre.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Lovely variety in the breakfast buffet, with all dishes being regularly topped up. The staff with whom we interacted were all absolutely lovely, from reception to cleaning staff ~ nothing was too much trouble, and smiles all round.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Malmaison York
Breakfast was lovely
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Clean room. Short drive to nearby shops. Pool facilities were good. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Layerthorpe
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.
Hull Road
Hull Road might not have many top sights, but York Barbican and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
