York has a broad range of attractions to keep the whole family amused. The key attractions include:

• York Minster – the city’s iconic visitor attraction. A must-see, even if you don’t go inside.
• National Railway Museum (free) – a massive, unique attraction for the whole family.
• York Art Gallery – Recently re-developed offering a varied experience, every visit.
• Clifford’s Tower – An English Heritage property with panoramic views.
• Museum Gardens (free) – Riverside gardens with plenty of space to relax or picnic.
• York Castle Museum – Immerse yourself in 400 years of York’s history.
• Yorkshire Museum – See some of the finest collections of archaeological and geological finds.
• The York Dungeons – Thrilling attraction showcasing York’s very dark history.
• Jorvik Viking Centre – The original Viking encounter, brought to life.
• City Cruises York – Sightseeing river cruises with interesting commentary.
• York’s Chocolate Story – A mouth-watering journey through York’s chocolate connection.
• The Shambles (free) – Iconic ancient street with overhanging timber-framed buildings.

Yorkshire Air Museum, Elvington – Perfect day out for enthusiasts.

• York Army Museum - Regimental museum of The Royal Dragoon Guards & The Yorkshire Regiment.
• The Homestead Park - Homestead Park is a beautiful 14-acre garden in Clifton, York, about 1.5 miles west of the city centre along the riverside.
• The Bar Convent - Discover the secrets of England's oldest living convent.
• City of York Walls - At 3.4 kilometres long, the beautifully preserved walls are the longest medieval town walls in England.
• Brew York Brewery Tour - Brew York is a showpiece ten barrel craft brewery and tap room.
• York Cold War Bunker - Memories of a time when the threat of nuclear attack was a very real.
• Holy Trinity Church - A glimpse of the medieval world behind a busy street.
• York Theatre Royal - Producing great drama in the beautiful city of York for over 270 years.
• Piglets Adventure Farm – A fantastic family day out just outside York’s ring road.
• Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park - a new wildlife park at Askham Bryan College.
• York Barbican - the largest music and arts venue in York.
• Grand Opera House – Bringing the ‘West End’ to York.
• Rainbows Ceramics - Paint Your Own Pottery Studio in the heart of York.
• The Web Adventure Park - An exciting, all-weather play attraction for children of all ages.
• DIG - a unique archaeological adventure to get you on your way to becoming a real archaeologist.