Hotels near University Of York

Get sporty at the University of York

As it's in one of the country's most beautiful cities, visitors to this Russell Group university can enjoy exploring the castle walls, famous attractions and historic streets, including The Shambles.

Full steam ahead at the National Railway Museum

If you're looking for free things to do, this brilliant museum transporting you through 200 years of the railways is well worth a visit. Its interactive exhibits are great fun as well as informative.

Get spooked on a ghost walk

York is said to be one of the most haunted cities in the world. Discover why on a ghost tour that explores 2,000 years of the city's gruesome history. Hear tales of murder, witchcraft and eerie goings-on as you wander the streets and ginnels after dark to find haunted buildings and pubs. Definitely not for the faint-hearted.