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Popular places to visit
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.
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 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 relaxing 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 Foss Islands
The Waggon & Horses
Room clean,nice bathroom,staff helpful.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Great breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful. Location excellent for train station and the theatre we were visiting
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Milner York
Breakfast was good but very busy. Staff were nice and helpful and room was clean. Hotel lovely and very central
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Informed main desk that the room was stale and bathroom sink smelt of drains - not sure anything was done. On last day, our room wasn’t cleaned and had to get fresh towels - prompt response. The drinks machines in breakfast area are not good. Multiple selection of drinks contaminates other drinks. ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Moxy York
Clean property, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Malmaison York
Hotel design is modern, clean and central to York´s attractions. I stayed for 4 nights, the standard rooms are well equipped, great design, and comfortable. It would´ve been nice to have an alternative to coconut biscuits, a variety of teas and a hot chocolate provided. The housekeeping was different ...
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate 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.
