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 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.
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 City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
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.
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 Fishergate Hotel Deals
Novotel York Centre
"What you expect from a Novotel - decent hotel, nice bar, short walk into the centre for attractions."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Lighthorseman
"Clean and tidy room, local to York centre, had everything we needed, really nice stay"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Radisson Hotel York
"Photos for family rooms show bunk beds for kids as we have had in previous rooms, however it was actually a small sofa bed. Disappointed as the bunks were the main reason I booked this for teenage boys, If you have mobility issues ensure you ask in advance for a room in the main hotel. My elderly ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Milner York
"We came here for our mini-moon the day after getting married. We paid almost £500 as a treat to ourselves and we won't be coming back. We have 4 issues with our room which should have been picked up by house-keeping/maintenance. The staff were nice enough and house-keeping was very apologetic but ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"room was clean and nicely decorated. The room was a little tight for 2 people with 4 suitcases. Bathroom was pretty tight for 2 people. Location of the hotel was good--we were 10 minute walk from the historic city center. There was also a Tesco next door so that was a nice perk. The staff on check ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Moxy York
"Good Location, Brilliant Facilities. Room was clean, modern and well maintained with all the necessities. Would definitely stay again."
Reviewed on 2 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.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre 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.
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.
