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Popular places to visit
York Minster
You can find out about the history of York with a trip to York Minster. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
Shambles
Find out about the history of York when you take a trip to Shambles. Discover the area's shops, or seek out its local tours.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
University of York
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of York during your stay in Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a visit to Castle Howard. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
You can browse the exhibits at Jorvik Viking Centre, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to York. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Foss Islands Hotel Deals
The Waggon & Horses
Room clean,nice bathroom,staff helpful.
Reviewed on 10 February 2026
Radisson Hotel York
Great breakfast. Staff friendly and helpful. Location excellent for train station and the theatre we were visiting
Reviewed on 3 April 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Informed main desk that the room was stale and bathroom sink smelt of drains - not sure anything was done. On last day, our room wasn’t cleaned and had to get fresh towels - prompt response. The drinks machines in breakfast area are not good. Multiple selection of drinks contaminates other drinks. ...
Reviewed on 1 April 2026
The Milner York
Breakfast was good but very busy. Staff were nice and helpful and room was clean. Hotel lovely and very central
Reviewed on 3 April 2026
The Grand, York
Great location, great service. Best hotel I’ve stayed at in York.
Reviewed on 2 April 2026
Moxy York
Clean property, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 3 April 2026
Other neighborhoods around Foss Islands
Layerthorpe
Layerthorpe might not have many top sights, but Merchant Taylors' Hall and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Hull Road
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hull Road and surrounding area, you can visit York Barbican and Walmgate Bar.
Fishergate
While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
While visiting Bishophill, you might make a stop by sights like Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre.
