South Bank Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Bank
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
Shadows of York: Ghost Walk and Horrible History.
York Witches and History Walking Tour
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
Our pick of the best South Bank Hotel Deals
The Milner York
Great location, lovely hotel and staff. Only downside was the car park situation.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lovely place and a comfortable stay
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
I came with my friend to celebrate her special Birthday. Couldn’t fault anything. The staff were so helpful and friendly. The food was amazing and our room was comfortable, especially our beds!!!
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
ibis Styles York Centre
Nice hotel much better since it has been refurbished stylish my only gripe is the horrible smell coming off the toilets by the lift on the gound floor
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Roomzzz York City
Happy with my stayed
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Diamonds Guest House
Room was good, i had a pleasant night
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Bank
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
