YHA York
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Free parking on premises
Castle Howard
Overview
Set within 1000 acres of breathtaking landscape, the estate houses the Arboretum Trust - a collection of botanically important trees.
What makes it special
- Stunning stately home
Opening Times
Monday 10am–5pm
Tuesday 10am–5pm
Wednesday 10am–5pm
Thursday 10am–5pm
Friday 10am–5pm
Saturday 10am–5pm
Sunday 10am–5pm
Price
From £9.95
Hostels nearby
YHA Dalby Forest
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Cycle store
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Free parking on premises
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Self-catering kitchen
Other things to do nearby
Eden Camp Museum
A modern history themed museum in the grounds of an original WWII prisoner of war camp.
Flamingo Land
One of the county's top theme parks, with rides for all of the family, including Mumbo Jumbo, which has the steepest drop in the world. Visit the website
Moorsbus (around Helmsley & other hostels)
A fantastic community run bus service connecting surrounding towns within the North York Moors allowing you to leave your car at home. The services run on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays...
National Centre for Birds of Prey
Set in the ancient woodlands of Duncombe Park, the centre houses the largest collections of birds of prey in the north of England with daily flying displays and winter owl evenings.
Dean’s Park
Dean’s Park is a relaxing green space in the heart of the city of York. It’s free to visit and sits in a fantastic location, on the north side of York Minster. It offers spectacular views of the...
Evensong at York Minster
For an uplifting experience at the end of a busy day exploring York, head to the Choral Evensong at York Minster. The service includes incredible choral music, seasonal readings, and evening prayers...
York City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Sightseeing has never been so much fun! Hop on and off as much as you like, and see all the sights that the city has to offer. One route, but with 20 stops. Visit the Bus Tour website
York City Walls
If you’re looking for free things to do in York, then one of your first stops has to be the historic City Walls, or bar walls, that surround the city itself. They’re the longest medieval town walls in...
Watch a fudge making demonstration at Fudge Kitchen
If you’ve got a bit of a sweet tooth, then don’t miss popping into Fudge Kitchen during your trip to York to watch a fudge-making demonstration. The free demonstrations only take a few minutes, so it...
Barley Hall
A stunning medieval house, discovered under the modern facade of an office block, once home to the Priors of Nostell and the Mayor of York. Visit the Barley Hall website
Walking and rambling in York
If you're planning on staying at YHA York,, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area...
Cycling in York
Explore York by bike on one of the City Cycling route maps from hostel. A great way to explore, you can stop any time for a spot of sightseeing or maybe a treat in the famous Betty's Tea Rooms.
The Shambles
The Shambles is one of the most recognisable landmarks in the centre of York. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time as you wander the cobbled streets and marvel at the overhanging buildings of...
Nordic walking social walk from YHA York
Saturday 19th September 2026 Distance: 3 miles (4.8 km) Duration: 2 hours Led by: Hamish Willis, British Nordic Walking National Trainer Skills and confidence This easy walk around Clifton Ings will...
York Explore Library and Archive
York Explore Library and Archive is a public library housed in a beautiful building in the city centre of York. It’s free to visit and is home to an abundance of literature, as well as archives...
York Museum Gardens
York Museum Gardens are botanic gardens in the centre of York that are free to visit. The gardens themselves date back to the 1830s and feature an incredible collection of trees and plants. They’re...