Tour York & beyond

Live the history, exploring the award winning attractions outside the city walls of York. Explore York with guided and self-guided trails, ghost tours, river trips and open-top bus tours. York is the ideal touring base to explore the magnificent surrounding North Yorkshire attractions and countryside.

Getting around York is easy. Within an hour's drive of York you can discover historic houses and gardens, Yorkshire’s national parks, traditional villages, churches, castles and Yorkshire’s heritage coast.

See more for less by buying the great value York Pass. York has something for everyone! Browse through our unique and specialty shops for gifts. Enjoy traditional or trendy cuisine or a unique café culture in one of our cafes and restaurants. Check out our short break ideas.