Sightseeing in York - what to see. Complete travel guide

York will surprise its guests not only by beautiful historic buildings, but also by a rich choice of beautiful parks. The city literally dives in greenery. Here tourists will find both …
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1. The most convenient way to call to other cities and countries is to use payphones, which can be found in every major street of the city. These phones are operated by plastic cards that …
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In York, there are a lot of attractive places for shopping. Experienced tourists, first and foremost, go to McArthur Glen designer outlet. This is a real world of fashion and chic. Suitable …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in York and surroundings
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Shopping streets in York
♥ Shopping area ' The Shambles' York, 0.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' The Shambles' York, 0.2 km from the center. On the map


Survived castles around York
♥ Castle 'Clifford’s Tower' , 0.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Cawood Castle' , 14.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Sheriff Hutton Castle' , 15.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Crayke Castle' , 19.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Hazlewood Castle' , 19.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Clifford’s Tower' , 0.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Cawood Castle' , 14.8 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Sheriff Hutton Castle' , 15.3 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Crayke Castle' , 19.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Hazlewood Castle' , 19.4 km from the center. On the map


National and city parks around York
♥ Regional Park 'Stones Country' , 51.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Regional Park 'Stones Country' , 51.8 km from the center. On the map


Sights around York from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Pont de Sign
From the series “The Most Unusual and Strange Bridges on Earth”
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Distance from York center - 51.5 km.
The enchanting bridge has brought many well-known architects more attention to the interaction with nature. The bold design by Olivier Grossetete has given the excellent idea to the modern construction workers and the architects who now believe that the full and functional bridges can be built which will fulfill their intended application and support the environmental equilibrium. …
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Howard Castle
From the series “The Most Elegant Buildings of Baroque Architecture”
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Distance from York center - 21.4 km.
The main part of the excursion is connected with a picturesque park, which is decorated with artificial lakes, fountains and old sculptures. During warmer months, the vacationists have a great opportunity to go by boat trips. In summer, on the territory of the park, you can find a cosy café. The arboretum has a number of rare plants. Originally it was built for academic researchers. Travellers, who plan to go there in winter, will see a lot of interesting things. On Christmas Eve you can see near the palace fairs and various entertainment events and charitable actions. …
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Hilton builds third luxury hotel in Kyoto
The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time.
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28.11.2023
The Hilton Kyoto hotel will be attractive to a wide range of guests. Leisure travelers will appreciate the close proximity to famous attractions such as Heian and Yasaka Temples, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the scenic Gion Historical District. In a few minutes, guests can reach the metro stations, the path to the sights of interest will not take much time.

28.11.2023
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