South Bank Travel Guide

York

The almost same location (as the last shot) taken in the early hours on a winters morning, at least it was dry.
A view from York walking around the protective wall which runs around the City of York. At this point you are look at York Minster the three large towers
Great view of York Minster from the Wall which goes around York, the wall of defence..
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Popular places to visit

The Millennium Bridge over the River Ouse is li up at night with coloured LEDs. #yorkshire #york #riverouse #Bridge #illuminated

Rowntree Park

Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Rowntree Park
York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza

York Minster

4.5/5(777 reviews)

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 Minster
Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Shambles

4.5/5(968 reviews)

Find out about the history of York with a stop at Shambles. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Shambles
a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse

York Racecourse

4.5/5(139 reviews)

You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

York Racecourse
A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’

Castle Howard

4.5/5(128 reviews)

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 relaxing area.

Castle Howard
The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour

University of York

4.5/5(77 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

University of York

Top hotels in South Bank

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.363.399 ₫ per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
2.363.399 ₫
2.836.078 ₫ total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,731 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay however the fridge was quite noisy when trying to go to bed.

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

The Milner York
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is 2.353.836 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
2.353.836 ₫
2.824.603 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Good looking and well maintained property. Good sized room nicely decorated and clean. Super friendly staff.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is 1.975.810 ₫ per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
1.975.810 ₫
2.370.901 ₫ total
19 Apr - 20 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (928 reviews)
Staff were super helpful. Room large, clean and comfortable. Towels provided and also a teatowel/ sponge/ washing up liquid for kitchenette. Beautiful location next to river

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Roomzzz York City
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is 2.099.548 ₫ per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
2.099.548 ₫
2.519.458 ₫ total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is 1.852.542 ₫ per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
1.852.542 ₫
2.223.051 ₫ total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (247 reviews)
Room was clean, plenty of restaurants and shops nearby, excellent transport links, extremely helpful staff. V. Small car park. Get there early if driving! Will definitely stay here again, excellently placed to explore York.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

ibis Styles York Centre
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North

Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North

3 out of 5
20 Blossom Street York England
The price is 1.588.840 ₫ per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
1.588.840 ₫
1.906.608 ₫ total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shambles and York Minster are located ...
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St North
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bank

Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

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

Bishophill
The Millennium Bridge spans the River Ouse to the south of York, linking Hospital Fields Road and Maple Grove in Fulford with Butcher Terrace on the South Bank

Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

Fishergate
York Minster

City Centre

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

City Centre
Now this museum was stunning, even for non-railway-nerds!

Holgate

While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

Holgate
The Yorkshire Museum in York.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.

Bootham
Walmgate Bar, York Looking west from Jenny's Fish & Chips on the corner of Lawrence Street. The gate or 'bar' in York's city walls still has its original 12th century archway with portcullis and 15th century wooden gates

Foss Islands

Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Walmgate Bar and York Barbican.

Foss Islands

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