Museums, Art Galleries & Libraries in York


York is a beautiful city that has a lot of history and culture. You can visit the stunning York Minster, the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, or walk along the medieval walls that surround the city. You can also explore the charming streets of the Shambles, where you can find quirky shops and cafes


York is also famous for its chocolate, so don't miss the chance to taste some delicious treats at the York Chocolate Story museum. York is a great destination for anyone who loves art, architecture, history and of course Chocolate!

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Attraction
Adults from £7.27

Yorkshire Museum

Explore York's role as a capital of religion, power, commerce, art and wealth across the Anglican, Viking, Norman, High Medieval and Tudor periods.

Attraction
Adults £6.50

York Mansion House

Hidden treasure and secret rooms: find out more about this remarkable house.

Attraction
Adults £15

Jorvic Viking Centre

Experience Viking life from 975AD. See, hear and smell the past in this amazing attraction with 40,000 artefacts.

York Castle Museum
Attraction
Adults £9.09

York Castle Museum

York Castle Museum is a museum located in York on the site of York Castle, originally built by William the Conqueror in 1068.

National Railway Museum
Attraction
Free

National Railway Museum

Telling the story of rail transport in Britain and its impact on society.

Attraction
Adults £7.50

York Cold War Bunker

The most modern and spine chilling of English Heritages properties the York Cold War Bunker uncovers the secret history of Britains Cold War.

Yorkshire Air Museum
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Adults from £10

Yorkshire Air Museum

Yorkshire Air Museum is the largest independent aviation museum in the UK.