Bishophill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bishophill
Popular places to visit
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
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.
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.
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.
Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.
York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Our pick of the best Bishophill Hotel Deals
Malmaison York
"Room was poorly maintained with bits hanging off the wall/missing and ac didn’t work. Breakfast and the sky bar were a joke and poor quality"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Radisson Hotel York
"A one night stay over for us and really happy with the hotel. We had the most amazing view across the river towards the city and Minster. Great location and bonus to have parking next door! Would definitely stay again!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Grand, York
"The hotel was in a perfect location right across from the wall and with an easy walk into the heart of the old town. The staff were incredibly personable and helpful and were sincere in asking about us. We ate all dinners at The Rise. The food was fabulous."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters
"This hotel was a perfect to walk to all the sites of interest in York. Also, close to boarding the boat to tour the river, close to many varieties of restaurants and close enough to walk to the train station to leave. Lastly, we had a room looking over the river, beautiful. Our room toilet would ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hampton by Hilton York
"From the train station turn left and walk to the gate under the wall. From there go through the black gates of city offices and then turn right up the rise. There is no ‘back door’ to access the property"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Middletons Hotel
"Could not fault anything at the Middletons Hotel. The staff are all amazing and nothing is too much trouble. Room very comfortable and clean."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bishophill
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and St. Mary's Abbey.
South Bank
While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
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.
