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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.
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.
York St. John University
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 City Walls
You can learn about the history of York with a trip to York City Walls. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Foss Islands
The Milner York
Our initial room had a wet carpet near the radiator. It was a large wet area which you cpuldnt avoid reallt feom one side of the bed if gping to the bathroom. The bathroom was seemingly not that clean so i dont know of this room was rushed or just one of the older rooms but it wasnt what weve come ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Moxy York
First time staying at a Moxy hotel and we will definitely use this brand in the future
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Malmaison York
Excellent stay. Couldn't fsult the place
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Staff were excellent and couldn't done enough. Yes, rooms are tired looking, but you can overlook that if staff are accommodating.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Excellent service. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Thank.you
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Beautiful clean room on the ground floor. The staff were very accommodating and friendly. Easy access into town and the parking was just a stones throw away. Great hotel and great location.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Hull Road
Hull Road might not have many top sights, but York Barbican and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool 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.
