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The 20 best things to do in York
It may be a bit of a travel clichĂ©, but in York, old and new exist in rare harmony. A cultural hub since Roman times, this city maintains a lasting historical charm, with many of our ancient ancestorsâ constructions still standing strong. But if youâre after some more modern sights, thereâs plenty here for the inquisitive visitor to get lost in, from sumptuous restaurants to buzzing bars and contemporary art galleries (and everything in between). Ready to get out there and explore? Hereâs our pick of the best things to do in York right now. When's the best time to visit York? Your best bet is during the peak of spring and summer if it's warm weather you're after. For the wintry enchantment, you can't miss out on the Christmas markets in December. RECOMMENDED:đ The best restaurants in Yorkđž The best bars in Yorkđș The best pubs in Yorkđïž The best Airbnbs in York Rory Buccheri is a writer based in York. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. This guide includes affiliate links. These have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines.Â
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The 13 best bars in York
When you think of a night out in York, thereâs a good chance you imagine cosy old pubs serving crisp ales with packets of crisps and that intangible sense of history. You arenât wrong, but donât assume that drinking in York leans solely on the walls of time. York is as much a city in love with the present as the past, and youâll also find plenty of sophisticated cocktail bars, thrilling music venues and mysterious underground speakeasies here. Youâll also find an entire venue dedicated to the Stone Roses, so make of that what you will. The best bars in York are fabulous options when the sun goes down, perfect settings for painting this gorgeous town all shades of red. Now, about that Stone Roses bar⊠RECOMMENDED:đ The best restaurants in Yorkđș The best pubs in Yorkđïž The best Airbnbs in York At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
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The 17 best restaurants in York to book right now
Yorkâs cobbled alleys are bursting with culture and history. After climbing up Cliffordâs Tower or soaking up the magnificence of York Minster, visitors are likely to build up a very decent appetite. So itâs handy that the city also brims with an abundance of foodie destinations. Its eclectic collection of restaurants ranges from infamous kitsch tearooms to Michelin-starred fine dining and beloved market stalls. Each of the cityâs âgatesâ has its own distinctive food offering. Castlegate offers a hub of touristy bistros right next to the castle. Casual lunch spots abound on Fossgate and Walmgate, while Micklegate has been revitalised as Yorkâs most exciting area for independent food options. And for a haven away from the touristy crowds, Gillygate features a bunch of low-key but high-quality venues. So, before concluding the day at one of the cityâs buzzing bars or pubs, you have to experience at least one of Yorkâs culinary offerings. To help you out, hereâs our pick of the very best restaurants in York. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in York
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The 10 best museums in York
Itâs been a roman city, a viking stronghold and the so-called âCapital of the North of Englandâ â so no wonder York boasts so many visit-worthy historical museums. From the remains of York Castle and the mesmerising Castle Howard country estate to the more modern inventions displayed at the National Railway Museum and York Army Museum, thereâs a lot to be learned here, and often in incredibly grand and/or lush surroundings. Tight on time? Happily, many of the very best museums in York lie within the city walls, meaning theyâre all pretty much within walking distance of each other. If you are stressed out about packing it all in, donât miss our guide to the perfect day in York and this run-down of the cityâs best restaurants. Recommended: the best Airbnbs in YorkRecommended: the best York hotelsRecommended: Full guide to the best things to do in York
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The 5 best cinemas in York
Yorkâs love affair with the silver screen began in 1908 when the former Wesleyan chapel, New Street Hall, was converted into the cityâs first cinema. A purpose-built picture house followed soon after with the opening of the Electric Theatre on Fossgate in 1911. Even today, York offers far more choice for cinemas-goers than you might expect of such a small city. From seasonal pop-ups to world-renowned film festivals to arthouse palaces that many much bigger metropolises would kill for, these are the best cinemas (and other places to catch films) in York. Feeling peckish? We say stock up at one of the cityâs best restaurants beforehand. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in York