The Castle Museum brings over 400 years of history back to life in its award winning exhibitions and displays. You'll discover a unique combination of everyday life and extraordinary objects. You can wander through cobbled streets, see a grand array of historic costumes, view the toys that children used to treasure and go shopping the Victorian way.

City Sightseeing bus tours daily throughout the year (except 24th - 26th December). The tour takes 45 minutes - 1 hour and takes in the main sights and attractions of the city.

The York Dungeon invites you to a unique feast of fun with history's horrible bits. Live actors, shows and special effects transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough to delve into the darkest chapters of history? You know you'll love it! The Plague Doctor will see you now takes you back to the 14th century, and the terrifying Bubonic Plague has finally reached York. Will you escape the deadly disease or run out screaming?

A great way to see all of york on the largest wheel in Yorkshire.

Situated in the Market Place hunters offers everything you'll need

York Minster is one of the largest Cathedrals in Northern Europe. It was built between 1220 and 1472 and is in the Gothic style with tall arched windows and many intricate carvings.

York Model Railway is located just at the side of York Station, at the entrance to the short-term car park. Everything here is in miniature and a delight for children and adults too. The miniature trains run continuously and include the Royal Train with the Royal Crest on every carriage, the InterCity 125 and the superb Orient Express. There is even a Thomas the Tank Engine, which the children will take great pleasure in operating themselves.

One of Britains Leading museums

York Horse racing guide

Visit Thirsk, the home town of James Alfred Wight author of the loving James Herriot

YorkBoat Guided River Trips operate every day from February - November giving you the opportunity to see the sights of York in comfort whatever the weather. See for yourself where Saxons fought Vikings in 1066, where monks entertained their guests and witches were ducked in the Middle Ages. Sit on the top deck or retreat to the warmth of the bar and lounge. You can board the boat at either King's Staith, or Lendal Bridge landings. The Captain gives a live commentary throughout this 1 hour cruise

A large lavender farm and plant nursery. There is also a sensory garden, Mediterranean dry garden and a quite amazing range of goods produced from the lavender.

Discover some of the world's greatest and most beautiful archaeological finds. This unique Museum is set in a unique location - 10 acres of wonderful botanical gardens. Wander through them and you will find the stunning ruins of St Mary's Abbey, the splendid 14th century Hospitium and wonderfully preserved section of York's Roman fortress.

Showground for the North's leading agricultural events

The most northerly chalk hills in Great Britain, this area lies in the south-eastern area of Ryedale