South Bank Travel Guide

York

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated buildings, a prominent cathedral, and a lit-up intersection with light trails from vehicles.
A historic cityscape with a prominent cathedral in the background, a bridge with ornate railings, and a well-maintained public square.
A stone bridge, a historic church, and a busy street with pedestrians and cars.
A steam locomotive with a green front and a black side, parked at a railway event.
A green steam locomotive with the number 60103 at a railway station.

Stay near popular South Bank attractions

Rowntree Park

6.0/10 (1 review)
Rowntree Park is just one of the places to see in York, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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Things to do

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

£17
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

£14
per adult
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
The York Dungeon Tour

The York Dungeon Tour

£22
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The York Dungeon Tour
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise

£18
per adult
York Evening Escape On The Ouse Cruise
Shared Walking Tour in York

Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History

£18
per adult
Shared York Walking Tour – Hidden Gems & History
Discover York's Stained Glass

Discover York's Stained Glass

£20
per adult
Discover York's Stained Glass
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Top hotels in South Bank

The Milner York

The Milner York

4 out of 5
Station Road York England
The price is £85 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£85
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,806 reviews)
"e were allocated a Standard Double Accessible Room, which was a considerable distance from reception. The route to the room was also surprisingly difficult to navigate — a real rabbit warren of corridors and turns. It made coming and going unnecessarily inconvenient. More importantly, if you did ..."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

The Milner York
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

Hotel du Vin & Bistro York

4 out of 5
89 The Mount York England
The price is £99 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£99
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel du Vin & Bistro York
ibis Styles York Centre

ibis Styles York Centre

3 out of 5
77 The Mount York England
The price is £75 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£75
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (327 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

ibis Styles York Centre
Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
The Mount York England
The price is £69 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£69
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The room was clean and beautifully decorated. We were in the anex across the road and unfortunately was in a basement room, which mean we over looked a brick wall which was a shame. We had dinner and breakfast at the hotel. Dinner was nice but not a great selection, and breakfast was just okay. We ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Elmbank York, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Roomzzz York City

Roomzzz York City

4 out of 5
Terry Avenue York England
The price is £80 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£80
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Roomzzz York City
The Apple House

The Apple House

3 out of 5
74-76 Holgate Rd York England
The price is £89 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£89
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (625 reviews)
"Apple House has it's own carpark behind the building. It is also perfectly located to walk into York through Micklegate Bar. Takes about 10 minutes. Just be aware that there is no lift if you overpacked like I did ! Great hosts and lovely breakfast. I would definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

The Apple House
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Where to stay in South Bank

Find the best South Bank areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with Gothic architecture, a clear night sky, and a street with buildings on either side.

City Centre

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

A historic cathedral surrounded by red-roofed buildings and green trees.

Bishophill

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

A curved bridge over a river with trees and greenery on both sides.
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Fishergate

While visiting Fishergate, you might make a stop by sights like York Barbican and Kohima Museum.

A historic stone structure with Gothic arches and intricate carvings.

Bootham

While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like King's Manor and York Theatre Royal.

A large windmill with white sails and a black base, surrounded by a stone wall and a grassy area.

Holgate

While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.

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