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York Landmarks and York Monuments
(York, Yorkshire, England, UK)



York is an important, historic city and York is crammed full of spectacular landmarks and monuments.

Famous throughout the country, many of these York landmarks and York monuments date back many hundreds of years and are in remarkable condition. Here are some of the top landmarks and monuments to visit when staying in the historic city of York.




York Landmarks and Monuments: Fairfax House - Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 655543
This stunning 18th-century house, in the Micklegate area of York, features a splendid interior with an outstanding collection of Georgian furniture, silver and ceramics. With many events and exhibitions throughout the year, York's King's Manor was recently voted the best Georgian Townhouse in the whole of the United Kingdom.
York landmark open: Monday to Thursday and Saturday - 11:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 13:00 to 17:00, Friday - 11:00 to 14:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

York Landmarks and Monuments: Castle Howard - Estate Office, York, YO60 7DA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1653 648333
Castle Howard is a magnificent 18th-century mansion with extensive collections and simply breathtaking grounds. Set to the north of York city centre, York's Castle Howard features regular guided tours, numerous exhibitions, paintings, archaeological excavations, seasonal events and festivals, a plant centre, a café and a gift shop. Castle Howard is one of the most spectacular landmarks in the whole of York and is a major York tourist attraction.
York landmark open: daily - 10:00 to 16:30
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children

York Landmarks and Monuments: The Treasurer's House - Minster Yard, York, YO1 7JL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 624247
The Treasurer's House, in York city centre, is an impressive medieval hall and is owned by the National Trust. Named after the Treasurer of York Minster, the Treasurer's House was built over a Roman road. Behind the 17th-century exterior you will find the story of Frank Green, one of York's most famous residents, who created lavishly decorated rooms, furnished in the styles spanning four different centuries.
York landmark open: March to November, Monday to Thursday - 11:00 to 23:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and families, children under five years old and members of the National Trust are free

York Landmarks and Monuments: York City Walls - York, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
York's medieval City Walls have surrounded the city of York for more than 1,000 years and stretch for around 5 km / 3 miles. These historic walls include four well-preserved gatehouses, walking tours and excellent views of York city centre.
York landmark open: daily - 08:00 to dusk
York landmark admission: free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Merchant Adventurers Hall - Fossgate, York, YO1 9XD, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 654818
Merchant Adventurers Hall, in the Walmgate area of York, was built between 1357 to 1361. This important medieval guildhall is considered to be the finest medieval guildhall in the whole of Europe. Attractions at York's Merchant Adventurers Hall include the grand hall, with illustrated panels about guilds and trade, a large collection of antique furniture, paintings, silver, weights and measures, stone carvings and wonderful, historic architecture.
York landmark open: daily - 09:30 to 17:00
York landmark admission: discounts available for children and families, children under seven years old are free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Barley Hall - 2 Coffee Yard, Stonegate, York, YO1 8AR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 610275
York's Barley Hall is widely considered to be the finest, medieval townhouse in York and was built in the 15th century. Featuring many hands-on exhibits, attractions at Barley Hall including historic, antique furniture, paintings, audio and guided tours, guides dressed in medieval costumes, and many special events throughout the year.
York landmark open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 16:00, Saturday and Sunday - 12:00 to 16:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens, children under 10 years old are free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Clifford's Tower - Tower Street, York, YO1 9RY, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 646940
Clifford's Tower stands proudly on the top of a hill in the Fishergate district, close to York city centre. This impressive, historic tower was originally built more than 1,000 years ago by William the Conqueror and Clifford's Tower provide some of the most spectacular, panoramic views of York.
York landmark open: daily, April to September - 10:00 to 18:00, October - 10:00 to 17:00, November to March - 10:00 to 16:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children

York Landmarks and Monuments: King's Manor - Exhibition Square, University of York, York, YO1 2EP, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 433996
King's Manor, in York's historic Bootham district, dates back to medieval times. This impressive York landmark has been used for many purposes over the years and these days King's Manor is now part of the University of York complex.
York landmark open: Monday to Thursday - 10:00 to 16:00, Friday - 10:00 to 15:45
York landmark admission: free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Bootham Bar - De Grey Rooms, St. Leonards Place, York, YO1 7HB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
Bootham Bar, in the outskirts of York city centre, is one of four original entrances into York city and dates back more than 800 years. This is York's oldest gateway and is one of the most important landmarks in central York
York landmark open: daily - 08:00 to dusk
York landmark admission: charge

York Landmarks and Monuments: Dean's Residence - Deans Park, York, YO1 7JQ, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
Dean's Residence, in York city centre, was originally built in the late 19th century, but was completely rebuilt as a much grand house many years later. Attractions at Dean's Residence include stunning architecture and landscaped gardens. Dean's Residence is not currently open to members of the public in York.

York Landmarks and Monuments: Lendal Tower - York Waterworks Plc, York, YO1 7DL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 622171
York's stunning Lendal Tower was built in the 14th century and was originally used as a defense tower, providing panoramic views across this area of York.
York landmark open: daily

York Landmarks and Monuments: Monk Bar - Off Lord Mayors Walk, York, YO1 2LH, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 634191
One of the four medieval gatehouses that form part of the famous York City Walls, dating back to the 14th century.
York landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for students and senior citizens, children are free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Norman House Ruins - Minster Yard, York, YO1 7JL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 624247
Located in central York, the Norman House Ruins have become a major tourist attraction in York and provide an important insight about how the Norman's once lived in York.
York landmark open: daily

York Landmarks and Monuments: The Roman Column - Minster Yard, York, YO1 7JL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
The Roman Column, in central York, is the only remaining column of 36 that once supported a grand Roman hall. This has become one of the most important historic landmarks in York city centre and stands in the sport where Constantine was proclaimed Emperor in York many hundreds of years ago.
York landmark open: daily

York Landmarks and Monuments: St. Mary's Lodge - Museum Gardens, York, YO1 2DR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 629745
Constructed in the late 15th century, St. Mary's Lodge can be found in York's Museum Garden, in York city centre, and features impressive Tudor-style architecture.
York landmark admission: charge

York Landmarks and Monuments: Merchant Taylors' Hall - Aldwark, York, YO1 7BX, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 632967
Merchant Taylors' Hall is one of four surviving historic Guildhalls in York and is situated in York city centre. Built more than 500 years ago, York's Merchant Taylors' Hall has many period features and splendid architecture.
York landmark open: May to October, Tuesday - 10:00 to 16:00

York Landmarks and Monuments: Multangular Tower - Museum Gardens, York, YO1 7FR, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 629745
Dating back to the 13th century, York's Multangular Tower is a unique York Roman fortress with ten sides. The famous Multangular Tower is located in the Museum Gardens in central York.
York landmark open: daily - 08:00 to dusk
York landmark admission: free

York Landmarks and Monuments: De Grey Rooms - St. Leonards Place, York, YO1 7HB, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
Built in the mid-19th century, York's De Grey Rooms contain a number of elegant, stylish rooms, including a vast ballroom. The De Grey Rooms are now home to York's main Tourist Information Office.
York landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 18:00

York Landmarks and Monuments: The Guildhall - St. Helen's Square, York, YO1 9QN, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 613161
The Guildhall, in the heart of York city centre, dates back to the 15th century and this is one of the most historic landmarks still standing in York. With an exhibition area containing interesting historical facts about York, the Guildhall has become a popular York tourist attraction.
York landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 14:00 to 17:00
York landmark admission: free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Mansion House - St. Helen's Square, York, YO1 8QW, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 552012
York's 18th-century Mansion House is home to the Lord Mayor of York and contains many important, historic York artefacts, including the York city plate and silver collection. Guided tours are available and should be booked in advance.
York landmark open: hours vary
York landmark admission: charge

York Landmarks and Monuments: East Riddlesden Hall - Bradford Road, Keighley, York, BD20 5EL, England
Tel: +44 (0)1535 607075
East Riddlesden Hall, on the outskirts of York, is owned and managed by the National Trust. This 16th-century building has many attractions for tourists in York, including an oak barn, antique Yorkshire furniture, stunning architecture, guided tours, landscaped gardens, seasonal events, a café and a gift shop.
York landmark open: Saturday - 13:00 to 17:00, Tuesday and Wednesday, Sunday - 12:00 to 17:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and families, members of the National Trust are free

York Landmarks and Monuments: Nunnington Hall - Nunnington, York, YO62 5UY, England
Tel: +44 (0)1439 748283
Nunnington Hall is situated to the north of central York and this impressive 17th-century manor house features antique furniture, paintings, period features and a stunning, walled garden.
York landmark open: Wednesday to Sunday - 13:30 to 17:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

York Landmarks and Monuments: St. Williams College - 4-5 College Street, York, YO1 7JF, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 557216
Built in the mid-15th century, York's St. Williams College has many period features and is now a popular venue in central York for meetings.
York landmark open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 17:00, Sunday - 11:00 to 15:00
York landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children

York Landmarks and Monuments: York Railway Station - Station Road, York, YO24 1AA, England
Tel: +44 (0)1904 621756
York Railway Station, in York city centre, was built in the 1870s and was once the central of the railway network in the United Kingdom and the largest train station in Europe. Attractions at York Railway Station include stylish architecture and period, Victorian features.
York landmark open: daily
York landmark admission: free

 
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