The official residence of the Archbishop of York, Bishopthorpe Palace was built in 1250 by Archbishop Walter de Grey. The house is built using local...

Founded as a Benedictine abbey, Selby Abbey grew during the 12th and 13th centuries but the Reformation stripped it of its assets and it became...

Probably the north’s finest racecourse, the ‘Knavesmire’, as it is known locally, is rich in both its racing heritage and as part of the city...

Micklegate Bar is the royal entrance to the city of York and most of England’s sovereigns (notable exceptions include Richard I and Henry VIII) have...

Discover the story of the train in a great day out for all the family. The National Railway Museum mixes fascination and education with hours...

Situated close to the railway station and York town centre, The Bar Convent is open from 9.00am to 5.00pm, with guided museum tours weekdays at...

You require an appointment if you want to visit this working military barracks on the edge of the ancient and historic city of York. The...

This intimate museum carries a small collection of artefacts from the Yorkshire Yeomanry Regiments. Amongst the collection is an interesting photographic archive and a...

How many pubs can boast Roman remains as part of their attraction? Well the Roman Bath Inn takes its name from the remains of Roman...

The Kings Arms has become infamous as the picture of York when the floods come! The pub is often photographed submerged below the River Ouse...

The York Dungeon recreates episodes from the city’s gruesome past and is a popular attraction with children and families. The story of Dick Turpin, who...

The Regimental Museum is a joint representation of the Royal Dragoon Guards and the Prince of Wales’ Own Regiment of Yorkshire. Both regiments can each...

Sit back, relax and enjoy the sights from the decks of YorkBoat’s award winning cruises. Make the most of your day on board an entertaining...

The guildhall is at the hub of the City of York’s civic affairs and enjoys a pivotal role in the city’s history. The present guildhall...

Built between 1357 and 1361 it is one of the finest guildhalls still in existence. Its original use was as a hospital dedicated to the...

The Red House is an impressive 18th Century building close to York Minster which now operates as an antique centre. However the building, formerly a...

York Assembly Rooms were built by public subscription and completed in 1735. The assembly rooms were intended for dancing and other social activities and...

Restored by York Civic Trust in 1998, the Mansion House is now worthy of its accolade as the premier building of the City of York....

The Impressions Gallery was established in 1972, and quickly became renowned as one of the most important contemporary photography galleries in Europe. Over the...

One of England’s finest 18th Century buildings, Fairfax House had fallen into an extreme state of disrepair before York Civic Trust renovated it during the...