Holgate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.
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.
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
Our pick of the best Holgate Hotel Deals
Holmwood House Hotel
Lovely hotel, lovely town...will visit again.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel York
We enjoyed the river view ! Lovely comfortable bed. Staff was excellent
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
The Milner York
Nice stay, would expect to be able to put services to the room.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The hotel was great, perfect location and very clean. The only downside is the parking, we struggled to find anywhere to park nearby as all the car parks were full.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Moxy York
The area was very quiet but very close to shopping and dining. Room was clean and modern. Breakfast was fresh with lots of options. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Highly recommend
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Holgate
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 Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
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.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
