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Attractions Nearby York (York, England)



York is full of many fantastic tourist attractions, but within a short journey from York city centre there are countless other superb tourist attractions. These popular tourist attractions are within easy reach from the city of York and are well worth visiting during your stay in York.

Whether you are looking for historical attractions nearby York, beautifully landscaped York gardens or parks, you can be sure that you won't have to travel far from York. Here are some of the top tourist attractions and sights nearby York.




Attractions Nearby York: Leeds - York, England
Standing in the north of England, Leeds is widely considered to be the United Kingdom's favourite city and is within easy reach from York. Leeds is overflowing with exciting places to visit, things to see and do, and some of the best shopping facilities in the country. Full of Leeds tourist attractions and landmarks, popular places to visit include Leeds City Square, Leeds Waterfront, Leeds Millennium Square, the famous Nelson Mandela Gardens, The Victoria Quarter, and the Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway.

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Attractions Nearby York: Helmsley Castle - Helmsley Town Centre, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5AH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1439 770442
Around 32 km / 20 miles to the north of central York you will find Helmsley Castle, an impressive 12th-century fortress with many interesting features. Attractions at Helmsley Castle include Elizabethan rooms, period features and exhibitions.
York attraction open: summer, daily - 10:00 to 18:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions Nearby York: Bempton Cliffs RSPB Nature Reserve - Bempton, Near Bridlington, Bridlington, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO15 1JF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1262 851179
Bempton Cliffs RSPB Nature Reserve is situated to the east of York and have a number of viewing points where you can watch a variety of seabirds nesting during the summer months. Attractions at Yorkshire's Bempton Cliffs RSPB Nature Reserve include a visitors centre, a car park and a gift shop.
York attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
York attraction admission: charge

Attractions Nearby York: Pickering Castle - Castle Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7BA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1751 474989
To the north of central York lies Pickering Castle, a historic building that dates back to the 12th century. With a hunting lodge, a permanent exhibition with many interesting artefacts and stunning architecture, Pickering Castle is a popular tourist attraction nearby York.
York attraction open: April to September, daily - 10:00 to 18:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions Nearby York: Beside the Seaside - 34-35 Queen Street, Bridlington, YO15 2SP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1262 608890
Beside the Seaside can be found in the Bridlington area of Yorkshire, to the east of York. With many Victorian-style attractions, including Punch and Judy shows, a theatre and numerous activities, this popular tourist attraction is within easy reach of central York.
York attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions Nearby York: The World of James Herriot - 23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1845 524234
The World of James Herriot is based on the famous books and BBC Television series - 'All Creature Great and Small'. This is one of the latest tourist attractions in the York area and explains what it was like to be a vet in Yorkshire during the 1940s. The World of James Herriot is situated on the outskirts of York, in the town of Thirsk.
York attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 18:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions Nearby York: Brimham Rocks and Moors - Summerbridge, Harrogate, HG3 4DW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1423 780688
Brimham Rocks and Moor is located to the north-west of York city and covers around 160 hectares / 400 acres. Attractions at Brimham Rocks and Moor including breathtaking rock formations and cliffs, vast expanses of moors and a large amount of wildlife.
York attraction open: May to October, daily - 11:00 to 17:00
York attraction admission: free

Attractions Nearby York: Sewerby Hall - Church Lane, Sewerby, Bridlington, YO15 1EA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1262 677874
Sewerby Hall, close to the Bridlington area of York, features a large exhibition of art work and photographs, antique furniture, lavishly decorated rooms, a landscape pleasure garden, spectacular views over the cliffs and seasonal events.
York attraction open: daily - 10:00 to 18:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Attractions Nearby York: Sledmere House - Sledmere, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 3XG, England
Tel: +44 (0)1377 236637
Built in the mid-18th century, Sledmere House is situated to the east of York and is considered to be the premier stalely home in East Yorkshire. Attractions at Sledmere House, nearby York, include breathtaking gardens that were originally landscaped by Capability Brown, an impressive collection of furniture, painted ceilings, a Roman Catholic chapel, a stone monument the measures 37 meters / 123 feet, a café and a playground area for children.
York attraction open: April to September, Tuesday to Friday - 11:00 to 17:00
York attraction admission: charge

Attractions Nearby York: Rievaulx Terrace and Temples - Rievaulx, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5LJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1439 748283
The Rievaulx Terrace and Temples, to the north of York city, is full of attractions, including the Rievaulx Abbey, two famous 18th-century temples and scenic views of the surrounding countryside.
York attraction open: daily - 10:30 to 17:00
York attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

 
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