York campsites

The stunning city of York has an array of attractions matched by few others.

The city's rich architectural heritage includes magnificent York Minster, the Merchant Adventurers' Hall, the striking ruins of St. Mary's Abbey and Clifford's Tower which promises excellent panoramic views. Set in over 1000 acres of land, Castle Howard is a stunning stately home, and part of the Howardian Hills AONB.

A walk along York's City Walls is also a must, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore England's longest medieval town walls - a free 1-2 hours well spent.

The Shambles is a picturesque medieval street, featuring a host of shops and restaurants in addition to its eye-catching architecture. The cobbled streets here once housed no less than 26 butcher shops, but are now an atmospheric distraction and pleasant stroll.

Make tracks for the National Railway Museum if you're after an attraction that will captivate children and adults alike, while a trip to York Castle Museum is the perfect opportunity to explore a wonderfully recreated Victorian street. Delve into darker days with an exploration of the York Castle Prison or York Cold War Bunker.

If all things Viking capture the imagination then set aside a few hours for conquering the Jorvik Viking Centre, while fearless adventurers who want to experience history in an unforgettable way can brace themselves for a terrifyingly terrific hour or so in the York Dungeon.

A stroll in one of York's beautiful gardens and parks, such as Rowntree Park or York Museum Gardens, is wonderfully relaxing. York Maze is an excitingly complex maize maze planted with a new design each year, open for an 8 week period every summer.

There are also many other interesting places to visit nearby, such as the village of Bishopthorpe which is home to Bishopthorpe Palace. The pretty market town of Helmsley has a variety of enticing architectural attractions, while the stunning North York Moors National Park is sure to please nature lovers.