Attractions
York's wealth of attractions could keep even the most determined visitor occupied for weeks. A visit to the York Minster, the largest Gothic Cathedral north of the Alps goes without saying. Do not miss the Jorvik Viking Centre an award winning experience transporting you to a Viking settlement 1000 years ago or the National Railway Museum with the finest collection of trains in the world.
With so many fantastic attractions to choose from in and around York, you really will be spoilt for choice when it comes to places to visit. Don't forget the many York tours available and there is a wide choice of museums - with something to interest everyone. Beyond York, the beautiful Yorkshire countryside and coastline are also waiting to be discovered and enjoyed.
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21 May 2012 to 09 June 2012
TakeOver Festival at York Theatre Royal21 May 2012 to 09 Jun 2012TakeOver Festival is back after three successful years, and 2012 is set to be its biggest year yet.
17 May 2012 to 17 May 2012
Henry IV at York Theatre Royal17 May 2012Exploring the knife edge between illusion and reality, Out of Character bring their unique perspective to this fascinating and darkly humorous 20th Century classic play.
18 May 2012 to 18 May 2012
Henry IV at York Theatre Royal18 May 2012Exploring the knife edge between illusion and reality, Out of Character bring their unique perspective to this fascinating and darkly humorous 20th Century classic play.
26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012
Battlegroup North Military Wheels & Wings Show at Air Museum26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012A unique event combining the Yorkshire Military Vehicle Trust's huge gathering of over 250 historic military vehicles: from Jeeps to Tanks, with a full wargaming show.
25 May 2012 to 25 May 2012
Farmers' Market at Parliament Street25 May 2012Farmers, growers or producers from within a 40 mile radius of York city centre sell their produce, direct to the public. All goods that are sold on York farmers' markets have either been grown, caught or processed by the stallholder.
26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012
York Asparagus Festival at Parliament Street26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012Brought to you by York Food and Drink Festival, this 2-day Asparagus Festival will focus on asparagus and be full of tasty treats and nice nibbles.
25 May 2012 to 25 May 2012
The Merry Wives of Windsor at Rowntree Park25 May 2012It's all happening at Rowntree Park from May 25th- June 5th 2012 when York Shakespeare Project stages an outdoor production of one of Shakespeare's most uproarious comedies, 'The Merry Wives of Windsor'.
26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012
The Merry Wives of Windsor at Rowntree Park26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012It's all happening at Rowntree Park from May 25th- June 5th 2012 when York Shakespeare Project stages an outdoor production of one of Shakespeare's most uproarious comedies, 'The Merry Wives of Windsor'.
30 May 2012 to 01 June 2012
The Merry Wives of Windsor at Rowntree Park30 May 2012 to 01 Jun 2012It's all happening at Rowntree Park from May 25th- June 5th 2012 when York Shakespeare Project stages an outdoor production of one of Shakespeare's most uproarious comedies, 'The Merry Wives of Windsor'.
30 May 2012 to 30 August 2012
York Science and Innovation Grand Tour 2012 at City Of York30 May 2012 to 30 Aug 2012Up to 100 large-scale, science and innovation themed, images and messages are to be displayed in prime locations around the city during the summer of 2012.
16 May 2012 to 18 May 2012
Dante Festival at York Racecourse16 May 2012 to 18 May 2012York in May is a fantastic place to come racing, the season lies ahead and many star horses have risen to prominence on the Knavesmire over these three fantastic days.
26 May 2012 to 26 May 2012
May Spring Meeting at York Racecourse26 May 2012A chance to take a spring weekend at York on a relaxed Saturday, with quality racing.
Beyond York
York is the ideal touring base to explore the magnificent surrounding North Yorkshire attractions and countryside. With so many places to visit in and around York you will discover many historic houses and gardens, Yorkshire's national parks, traditional villages, churches, castles and Yorkshire's heritage coast.
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