York Further Distractions

Most Popular Hotels in York:
Tadcaster Road, YO24 1QF
Aldwark, Near Alne, YO61 1UF
28 Clifton Guest House, YO30 6AE
1 Tower Street, Y01 9WD
 
 




Clifford's Tower
Positioned on a high mound, Clifford's Tower was built by William the Conqueror in the 11th century and later rebuilt by Henry III after burning down, following the mass suicide of Jews inside it. Today, the tower is a more tranquil spot, affording fantastic panoramic views.

Tower Street
Tel: (01904) 646 940.
Website: www.cliffordstower.com

Dig
Dig, the newest addition to York's visitor attractions, opened in March 2006, offering participants to take part in excavations in order to learn more about archaeology and York. Real and simulated artefacts from Roman to Victorian times are used to turn visitors into archaeologists for the day.

St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate
Tel: (01904) 543 403.
Website: www.yorkarchaeology.co.uk

York City Art Gallery
York Art Gallery houses a number of works by York-born artists, as well as more than 600 paintings of European heritage. It re-opened in 2005 following a £445,000 refurbishment project that created a new café and learning room called The Studio.

Exhibition Square
Tel: (01904) 687 687.
Website: www.yorkartgallery.org.uk

Tomlinson's Antiques
This enormous warehouse between York and Wetherby houses Europe's largest antiques company, with thousands of fascinating items displayed in a stunning environment. Antiques are brought to life through room sets allowing visitors to walk through a Georgian bedroom, Edwardian parlour or art deco living room.

Moorside, Tockwith
Tel: (01423) 359 052 or 358 833.
Website: www.antique-furniture.co.uk

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