South Bank Travel Guide
York
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Popular places to visit
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
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 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.
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 Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
Top hotels in South Bank
The Milner York
Brilliant staff as always. Especially Molly and Laura on the desk, they assisted us throughout our stay as was the first visit here since my wife became ill.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Good for a short stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
We had a lovely stay at Hotel du Vin. It’s in a good location and walkable to city centre in 12-15 mins. A big bonus is the car park though it is charged at £15 per night, that is reasonable for York. We upgraded to the suite on the top floor and it was spacious and comfortable. The roll top bath ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
ibis Styles York Centre
Staff were pleasant, breakfast had gaur range of choices. Room was nice but very dark and heating was hit and miss. No where to hang up towels. Parking very limited and very tight, I used a public car park
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Roomzzz York City
All staff were very friendly professional & welcoming The only negative was the dust on the ceiling light & under the bed was extremely dusty. The views of the river were lovely with alot of wildlife. Close to all amenities.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Diamonds Guest House
Room was good, i had a pleasant night
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Bank
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles 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.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
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.
