Rawcliffe Travel Guide
York
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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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.

York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour

York Witches and History Walking Tour

York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
Top hotels in Rawcliffe

The Milner York
Hotel was wonderful, very well set out junior suite with a great aspect towards York cathedral.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Moxy York
Great reception and breakfast, very dog friendly
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Malmaison York
Excellent stay. Couldn't fsult the place
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Stayed here before. Always excellent.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
I stayed here with my partner for 1 night. It was located very near to a venue we were attending so that is how we came to choose this hotel. The room was a good size with a very nice shower room. The water pressure was quite weak however but for one night it wasn’t a problem. Sleep quality was good ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Hotel Indigo York by IHG
clean room thank you
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rawcliffe
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.

Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.





