Places to Visit in York

York is full of interesting places to visit and things to do, from historical buildings to amusement venues, you’ll never be stuck for ideas when you visit the city.

Order by:  Name  |  Distance from the Minster

Acomb Explore Library

Enjoy free internet access and wi-fi as well as great coffee at the cafe. The library has a large collection of books including children’s fiction and a children’s play area. There’s also regular events such as reading groups and a craft club. Monday 9am to 7.30pm Tuesday 9am to 7.30pm Wednesday 9am to 2pm Thursday 9am to 7.30pm Friday 9am […]

3 mile(s) from the Minster.
Front St, York, York YO24 3BZ, United Kingdom

Bar Convent Museum

The Bar Convent was founded in 1686 and is still been used today as a residence for the religious community. The 18th century building’s house a museum, library, gift shop, meeting rooms, guest accommodation and a café.

1 mile(s) from the Minster.
17 Blossom St, York YO24 1AQ, United Kingdom

Bishopthorpe Library

There’s free internet access at the Bishopthorpe Library, a children and young people’s area and a large range of books as well as a reading group and weekly storytime sessions for under 5’s. The library is open at the following times: Monday 2pm to 7pm Tuesday Closed Wednesday 10am to 12.30pm and 2pm to 5pm Thursday 10am to 12.30pm and […]

4 mile(s) from the Minster.
Main St, York YO23 2RA, United Kingdom

Castle Howard

Castle Howard is an 18th century stately home based in the countryside outside York. It’s known for it’s amazing gardens which are perfect for a picnic. The estate also has a farm shop, gift shop, cafes and garden centre, all of which is open to the public.

15 mile(s) from the Minster.
York YO60 7DA, United Kingdom

Castle Snooker & Pool Club

Set by the side of Clifford’s Tower, Castle Snooker & Pool club features 8 snooker tables, 2 American pool tables and 1 English pool table. It also serves a selection of food and drink.

1 mile(s) from the Minster.
Castle Snooker & Pool Club, 9 Tower St, York, YO1 9SA

City Screen Cinema

City Screen is the main cinema in the centre of York, located on Coney Street, it shows the top releases as well as independent movies.

542 metres from the Minster.
13-17 Coney St, York YO1 9QL, United Kingdom

City Walls

The City Walls is the wall that surrounds the city of York, it’s normally open to the public everyday from 8am to dusk except on Christmas day and when there is a risk of ice.

498 metres from the Minster.
City Walls, York, York, York YO1, UK

Clifford’s Tower

Clifford’s Tower offers stunning views of the city from it’s vantage point on top of a mound. The tower is what’s left of the York Castle which was built by William the Conqueror.

1 mile(s) from the Minster.
Tower St, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9SA, United Kingdom

Clifton Explore Library

Clifton Library has free internet access and a children’s area. They also have a reading group, weekly storytime for under 5’s and a monthly coffee morning. The library is open weekdays and Saturday at the following times. Monday 2.30pm to 5.30pm Tuesday 10am to 5.30pm Wednesday 10am to 5.30pm Thursday 2.30pm to 7pm Friday 10am to 5.30pm Saturday 10am to 1pm […]

2 mile(s) from the Minster.
Rawcliffe Ln, York, York YO30 5SJ, UK

Copmanthorpe Library

The Copmanthorpe Library has free internet access and a large range of books, they run a reading group and weekly storytime sessions for under 5’s as well as a number of other weekly events. The library is open at the following times: Monday 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5.30pm Tuesday 2pm to 6.30pm Wednesday Closed Thursday 9am to […]

5 mile(s) from the Minster.
Unit 6, Village Centre, Main Street, Copmanthorpe, York, YO23 3GG