Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Helmsley March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Helmsley Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Helmsley.dx4373)[Hotels in Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Helmsley-Hotels.d4373.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Helmsley.d4373.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Helmsley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Helmsley.d4373.Car-Hire-Guide)[Helmsley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Helmsley.d4373.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Helmsley ## Activities, attractions and tours ![A view of Helmsley, a market town and civil parish in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4373/c6a55828-d9e6-46dc-b9d8-6d9ac9b09762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A view of Helmsley, a market town and civil parish in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4373/c6a55828-d9e6-46dc-b9d8-6d9ac9b09762.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rievaulx Abbey, North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4373/92fdb8cb-9844-468e-8b70-6896c0da7aca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rievaulx Abbey, North York Moors National Park, North Yorkshire, England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4373/a0613d9d-ae76-40c7-815a-7caab0466535.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taken at a hidden location which is full of Bluebells mile after mile...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4373/2eea64d7-2461-4acc-830f-4ef46c02c1d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Helmsley Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Helmsley has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Helmsley, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Helmsley with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Helmsley Helmsley is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Helmsley, and make it a breeze to explore Helmsley and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Helmsley to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Helmsley, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Helmsley. #### Helmsley attractions Helmsley has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Helmsley to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Helmsley. Looking for things to do in Helmsley can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_4373) ## Recommended things to do in Helmsley | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.](/things-to-do/nth-york-moors-national-park-whitby-small-group-day-trip.a50951626.activity-details): £79 | | Top 5 things to do | [Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.](/things-to-do/nth-york-moors-national-park-whitby-small-group-day-trip.a50951626.activity-details)[North York Moor day trip incl Whitby, Staithes & Robin Hoods Bay](/things-to-do/north-york-moor-day-trip-incl-whitby-staithes-robin-hoods-bay.a50851684.activity-details)[Runswick Bay, Staithes and Whitby Tour](/things-to-do/runswick-bay-staithes-and-whitby-tour.a50852084.activity-details)[North York Moors Private Tour day trip to Whitby & Villages](/things-to-do/north-york-moors-private-tour-day-trip-to-whitby-villages.a50897081.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.](/things-to-do/nth-york-moors-national-park-whitby-small-group-day-trip.a50951626.activity-details)[North York Moor day trip incl Whitby, Staithes & Robin Hoods Bay](/things-to-do/north-york-moor-day-trip-incl-whitby-staithes-robin-hoods-bay.a50851684.activity-details)[Runswick Bay, Staithes and Whitby Tour](/things-to-do/runswick-bay-staithes-and-whitby-tour.a50852084.activity-details) | ## What to do in Helmsley --- ### Popular places to visit ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Minster 4.5/5(775 reviews) The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Minster-City-Centre.d6079281.Attraction) ![Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/742e4862-736e-4f26-8cb6-6430f9c52d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shambles 4.5/5(967 reviews) This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shambles-City-Centre.d6164998.Attraction) ![The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/7aea1adc-7197-4bb0-a2dd-0f178b355b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of York 4.5/5(76 reviews) Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-York-York.d6079263.Attraction) ![Walmgate Bar in York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164990/c9f29924-c4ed-4059-8eae-12a7a4a83b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Barbican 4.5/5(105 reviews) Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Barbican-Fishergate.d6164990.Attraction) ![a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/aa2362f0-4c80-48a4-944a-16f265ee4c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Racecourse 4.5/5(139 reviews) You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Racecourse-York.d553248621532494403.Attraction) ![York St. John University. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/0faa1ac5-420b-4d2c-b0b8-666e9cdbeb46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York St. John University 4.5/5(26 reviews) Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-St-John-University-The-Groves.d6270585.Attraction) ![A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079217/1d4f9042-c80f-4dc9-913c-19c2ebcea26e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Howard 4.5/5(128 reviews) You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Howard-York.d6079217.Attraction) ![Jorvik Viking Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079231/9940a96d-fbd0-4ae5-a03b-1f864e0fa1b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jorvik Viking Centre 4.5/5(334 reviews) Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jorvik-Viking-Centre-City-Centre.d6079231.Attraction) ![York which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494844/5ec547f0-503e-4747-8379-b48108840384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York City Walls 4.5/5(17 reviews) See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-City-Walls-City-Centre.d553248621532494844.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Helmsley ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### York ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6557/1c49fa3c-6ea0-4693-bb95-31814b614c1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Middlesbrough ![Gower Dale Gower Dale with the derelict Gowerdale House in the centre.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/d12c2996-b1ad-4b16-b8ac-1d86f92b066e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [martin dawes](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/30816) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Hawnby ![Thatched cottage at Beadlam. Just a few yards from the busy A170, time seems to have stood still.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/be3f1268-b099-4ed4-945d-8511f8e7677f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [colin grice](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/685) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Nawton ![Chapel Lane](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000452777/cfdd5cf8-c2e5-4513-a23e-a003f6e014b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Roger Smith](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/9790) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Harome ![Towards Shaw Beck Shaw beck runs in the hollow beyond the moorland seen between the two trees. Just above the beck is a small pond. Keywords: Trees, heather, moorland, forestry commission plantation.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000473834/b68d30e8-bc60-4b11-a811-aa1ec42e2215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Peter Church](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/16649) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Bransdale ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Helmsley worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Helmsley? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Helmsley? ### Is three days enough to stay in Helmsley? ### What are some activities to do in Helmsley with kids? > - [Nth York Moors National Park & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/nth-york-moors-national-park-whitby-small-group-day-trip.a50951626.activity-details) > - [North York Moor day trip incl Whitby, Staithes & Robin Hoods Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/north-york-moor-day-trip-incl-whitby-staithes-robin-hoods-bay.a50851684.activity-details) > - [Runswick Bay, Staithes and Whitby Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/runswick-bay-staithes-and-whitby-tour.a50852084.activity-details) ### What to do in Helmsley for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Helmsley? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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