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 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.

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.
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: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket

York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
Top hotels in Rawcliffe

The Milner York
Reception staff very friendly
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
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Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Moxy York
Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options!
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Malmaison York
Nice room, good location
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Large room. V clean. Nice staff
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

The Grand, York
Amazing stay, friendly staff. Plenty of facilities. Had to request voucher that came with VIP access booking but this was no issue
Reviewed on 2 Feb 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.


