Clifton Travel Guide
York
Popular places to visit
Shambles
Find out about the history of York with a stop at Shambles. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York Minster
You can find out about the history of York with a stop at York Minster. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Jorvik Viking Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Clifton
The Churchill Hotel
Simply beautiful rooms, perfect location to visit and travel around York and the staff were very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hotel Clementine
Great hotel,staff really friendly and helpful.Great location
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
No.1 by GuestHouse, York
Welcoming, friendly staff, exceptional breakfast, room was wonderful. Would highly recommend and stay again!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Vikings Accommodation
A lot of nice touches everything you need and such good value for money. A lovely warm welcome
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Crescent Guest House
My Wife and I spent 2 nights here for our 20th Wedding Anniversary. Mo and the team were absolutely amazing. They went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was pleasant and their knowledge of the local area was second to none. Highly recommended and we will definitely book our stay with them ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hedley House Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Clifton
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Treasurer's House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
