Holgate Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

York National Railway Museum showing railway items, interior views and café lifestyle
York National Railway Museum which includes interior views and railway items
York National Railway Museum featuring interior views
York National Railway Museum showing interior views and railway items
York National Railway Museum featuring interior views and railway items

Popular places to visit

York Minster featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

York Minster

4.5/5(62 reviews)

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

4.5/5(62 reviews)

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

Shambles
York Racecourse

York Racecourse

4/5(4 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

York Racecourse
Jorvik Viking Centre

Jorvik Viking Centre

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

Jorvik Viking Centre
York featuring heritage architecture

York City Walls

4/5(5 reviews)

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 City Walls
York St. John University

York St. John University

5/5(1 review)

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.

York St. John University

Activities

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$34
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

AU$34
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The Crux Courtyard

The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

AU$28
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Shared Walking Tour in York

Shared Walking Tour in York

AU$15
per adult
Shared Walking Tour in York
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

AU$45
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.

AU$28
per adult
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
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Our pick of the best Holgate Hotel Deals

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road, York, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$210 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
AU$210
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,556 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel - the junior suite was beautiful with an amazing view of the Minster. The shower was amazing. Even little details like the local products in the Tuck Box, the coffee bags were so good Im going to buy some now. Would 100% recommend."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Milner York
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

3 out of 5
46-50 Piccadilly, York, England
The price is AU$168 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$168
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,335 reviews)
"Rooms were very clean and comfortable. The breakfast included was great!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Moxy York

Moxy York

3.5 out of 5
Black Horse Lane, York, England
The price is AU$145 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$145
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Modern, clean, tidy and affordable. On the edge of the city and easy to walk throughout the city. Would recommend and visit again."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Moxy York
Radisson Hotel York

Radisson Hotel York

4 out of 5
North Street, York, England
The price is AU$144 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$144
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location if you want to do a river cruise, see the minister etc. Turn right out of the hotel."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Radisson Hotel York
Delta Hotels by Marriott York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

4 out of 5
Tadcaster Road, York, England
The price is AU$153 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$153
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (547 reviews)
"Lovely view from balcony of racecourse, nice king size bed, bath and shower great and hotel staff very helpful and caring. Breakfast good start to our busy days."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby

Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby

3 out of 5
Junction 46 A1(M), Wetherby Services, Wetherby, England
The price is AU$127 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
AU$127
6 Nov - 7 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Wetherby. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Great stay! We actually stayed 2 weeks after traveling for over 4 months. My husband, dog and I enjoyed our stay. Clean and comfortable. Housekeeping stuff were all very nice. Options for food next door and the hotel bar has some snacks and beverages. Not a bad drive to Wetherby and York. We took ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
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Other neighbourhoods around Holgate

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Bishophill

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

Bishophill
York showing flowers and a park

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.

Bootham
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South Bank

While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Bank
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Clifton

Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.

Clifton
York showing a bridge and night scenes

City Centre

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

City Centre
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The Groves

If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.

The Groves

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