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Category: Museums - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Leeman Rd, York YO26 4XJ
The largest railway museum in Europe boasts millions of artifacts and related memorabilia, including more than 40 locomotives. The National Railway Museum has an excellent selection of hands-on exhibits, art, and photographs. There's also a restaurant, café, and gift shop on-site.
Category: Historic Sites - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Malton Rd, 15 miles NE of York, York YO60 7DA
Set amid a thousand-acre stretch of rolling parkland, this majestic countryside castle is a short drive outside of the city of York. This site, which has been in the Howard family for centuries, gained fame as the setting of several scenes in the famous production of "Brideshead Revisited." Examine the stately...
Category: Tours and Excursions - York Attractions & Activities
Address: The Shambles, York
Ghosts play a huge role in the social history of York; it's considered the most haunted city in Europe and this tour plays them up in dramatic fashion. Every night, this tour meets to wander the streets, hearing tales and seeing the sites where strange and murderous events took place.
Category: York Attractions & Activities
Address: St. Leonard's Pl, York YO1 7HD
The Theatre Royal, housed in a building that dates back to the 18th century, is a popular venue for dance, drama, musicals, and the like. Past performances have included "The Extraordinary Plan of Angelina Dork," "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," and "Rumble Fish."
Category: Historic Sites - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Minster Yard, York YO1 7JL
This site has been occupied since Roman times, and the main building that now stands here was built in 1620. Owned by the National Trust, the house was once used to display a local businessman's extensive art collection. A lovely collection of period furniture is now on display. Don't miss the small, immaculately...
Category: Tours and Excursions - York Attractions & Activities
Address: The Boatyard, Lendal Bridge, York YO1 7DP
See the sights of York from a unique vantage point: the water. These river trips offer open-air seating for good weather, or curl up in the heated lounge in the rain or cold. Either way, you will get a great view of sites of Viking invasions, meetings among monks, and ghostly events. The guides offer educational and...
Category: Historic Sites - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Tower St, York YO1 9SA
For one of the best views of York and the surrounding countryside, don't miss Clifford's Tower. The tower is said to be named for Roger Clifford, who was chained to the tower and left to die following a battle in 1322. The unique tower was originally made of wood and part of a castle built by William the Conqueror,...
Category: Tours and Excursions - York Attractions & Activities
Address: York Minster, West Doors, York
This all-weather, ghostly tour takes a little over an hour. During that time, you'll learn about the history of York and the myths and legends that many locals believe and that may (or may not) be true. Knowledgeable guides, many with advanced degrees, may make a believer out of you. There's no need to book in advance.
Category: Tours and Excursions - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Ouse Bridge, The King's Arms Pub, York YO1 9SN
Of the numerous ghost tours that are so popular in York, this one is considered the most authentic. It has been going strong since 1973, so there must be something in it! Well-versed guides take guests on a stroll that starts at the famous King's Arms on the River Ouse. The company claims to have created the world's...
Category: Sightseeing - York Attractions & Activities
Address: Blake St, York YO1 8QG
The third Earl of Burlington, Richard Boyle, designed this grand Assembly Hall, which, at the time of completion, was the social heart of York. With an astonishing 48 Corinthian columns and elegant appointments, it certainly was a mecca for the rich, well bred and famous. Today, you can still roam the halls or enjoy a...
