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York City walls and York Minster in the distance

Best things to do in York | TRAVEL GUIDE

Travel, UK Destinations Gratsiela

Looking for the best things to do in York? Then look no further. This northern city had been high up on my places to visit in the UK for a very long time. Naturally, it was only a matter of time before Sam and I ticked it off. With a quick train ride from London to York, we soon found ourselves strolling around the narrow cobbled streets, marvelling at the medieval buildings and getting lost in the quirky shops and museums. Don’t worry, I’ve put together a little itinerary so you know all the best things to do in York. You’ll be happy to hear many of York’s attractions are relatively close to each other. This makes it really easy to walk around and soak up as much of the charm of the city as possible!

Here are our top things to do in York.

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Bootham bar with York Minster behind

York City Walls Walk – Step back in time

Travel, UK Destinations Gratsiela

The historic city of York has barely changed throughout the years. During this time, the York City Walls have remained in a remarkable condition, almost intact centuries after they were first built. And they can now be walked, free of charge! Taking a stroll along the York Bar Walls (you’ll get to know more about this peculiar name later) is a must for both locals and tourists. And of course, a great way to get to know more about the rich history of York.

The York Walls stand as the longest medieval town walls in England (they’re 3.4km or 2 miles long!), and also the best preserved. They can be accessed through four main and two secondary gates. But before we dwell on these, let me tell you all about the amazing history of the York City Walls.

Jump to the bottom to see the York City Walls Trail.

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