Fishergate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
York Barbican
Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.
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.
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 quaint area.
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 Witches and History Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Fishergate Hotel Deals
Novotel York Centre
"It was all good except the wifi did not work at all during my stay and the staff has nothing to offer as a back up. Not really ok in this day and age. In all other respects all the staff were very friendly and helpful The hotel is clean and modern and the pool area is lovely. Maybe just think about ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Lighthorseman
"Food not served on Monday night, so contingency plans needed. Needed an extra blanket as the night was going down into single digits, but was told there are no extra blankets. A bit noisy with respect to pub clientele."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Radisson Hotel York
"Breakfast buffet can be improved but it was a good stay. Location is good and rooms are comfortable."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
The Milner York
"The hotel is beautiful, and the communal areas are luxurious. Breakfast was delicious and a great selection. Comfy bed and nice spacious shower. My only disappointment was the room I was allocated compared to other rooms of similar prices I saw. I was in room 227, end of a corridor, it was small, ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Malmaison York
"👍"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Moxy York
"The location was perfect to get into the city. Very quite. Lovely resturant."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Fishergate
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
