What to do in Yorkshire

Activities, attractions and tours

Whitby Harbour
Wool Exchange featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Brodsworth Hall which includes a garden and heritage architecture
Humber Bridge showing a bridge, a sunset and general coastal views
The Deep showing marine life

Yorkshire Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Yorkshire has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Yorkshire, 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 Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire

Yorkshire is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Yorkshire, and make it a breeze to explore Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire, 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 Yorkshire.

Yorkshire attractions

Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire 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 Yorkshire.

Looking for things to do in Yorkshire can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Yorkshire or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Yorkshire attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Popular places to visit

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Leeds Grand Theatre

Leeds City Center

4.5/5(1,029 area reviews)

Based around an expansive central square, this lively quarter showcases performing arts venues, fascinating museums and countless bars and nightclubs.

Leeds City Center
York Minster

City Centre

If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.

City Centre
Sheffield City Centre which includes modern architecture

Sheffield City Centre

4/5(390 area reviews)

Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.

Sheffield City Centre
Harrogate City Centre

Harrogate City Centre

4.5/5(346 area reviews)

Harrogate City Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Turkish Baths and Health Spa and Royal Hall while in the area.

Harrogate City Centre
Aerial view of York minster in England

Bishophill

If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Bishophill
The almost same location

South Bank

While South Bank isn't home to many top sights, York Racecourse and Bar Convent Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Bank

 

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