South Bank Travel Guide

York

The almost same location (as the last shot) taken in the early hours on a winters morning, at least it was dry.
A view from York walking around the protective wall which runs around the City of York. At this point you are look at York Minster the three large towers
Great view of York Minster from the Wall which goes around York, the wall of defence..
The Scotsman
The Scotsman back on track

Popular places to visit

The Millennium Bridge over the River Ouse is li up at night with coloured LEDs. #yorkshire #york #riverouse #Bridge #illuminated

Rowntree Park

Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Rowntree Park
York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza

York Minster

The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.

York Minster
Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.

Shambles
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

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.

York Racecourse
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

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.

University of York
Walmgate Bar in York

York Barbican

Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

York Barbican

Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp381.381
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

Rp381.381
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

Rp1.996.642
per adult
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour

From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour

Rp1.817.169
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour

York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour

Rp1.838.687
per adult
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour

York Witches and History Walking Tour

Rp385.897
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
York Witches and History Walking Tour
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Top hotels in South Bank

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is Rp1.680.704 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.680.704
Rp2.016.981 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
The Milner York
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is Rp1.732.607 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
Rp1.732.607
Rp2.079.129 total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Not far from town centre maybe 10-15 min walk. Local shops nearby

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is Rp1.337.196 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp1.337.196
Rp1.604.545 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (930 reviews)
Very clean rooms

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Roomzzz York City
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is Rp1.344.654 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp1.344.654
Rp1.613.585 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely hotel

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is Rp1.264.615 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
Rp1.264.615
Rp1.517.538 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (250 reviews)
Friendly staff, was able to have and early check-in. Tidy Rooms and plenty of space for bags and can store under the bed. Great selection for breakfast buffet and nice atmosphere dining room was also bar area. Only slight negative which can't be helped due to age/ design of building is thst the lifts ...

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

ibis Styles York Centre
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North

Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North

3 out of 5
20 Blossom Street York England
The price is Rp1.016.965 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
Rp1.016.965
Rp1.220.358 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shambles and York Minster are located ...
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bank

Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bishophill
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

Fishergate
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Now this museum was stunning, even for non-railway-nerds!

Holgate

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

Holgate
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

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

Bootham
Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates

Foss Islands

Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.

Foss Islands

South Bank Travel Guide