York: A City Where The Tourist Season Lasts All Year Round

Few cities worldwide can match York’s historical richness and character. Every street corner reveals another chapter in the dynamic history of the city. Richly decorated churches, cobblestone streets, and finely carved stone all together create a vibrant city center within. World-class designers compete for space next to quaint stores, mixed galleries, and small bars and cafes.

Surrounded by historic walls, this intriguing coastal city has a two millennia-old beginning. From the medieval cathedral’s stained glass windows to the Roman roads that crisscross York, Roman emperors were crowned here and history permeates every element of the city. Perfectly free of traffic, the city center lets beer drinkers wander from one bar to another. With so many museums, theaters, attractions, and restaurants, York meets every need of every visitor. It also provides a perfect basis for seeing the British coast and its charming villages.

York goes beyond the concept of seasons and hosts events and celebrations all year long attracting a wide range of guests including foodies, historians, shopaholics, and sports fans. York stays lively all fall and winter, even while the summer and spring months draw the most visitors and fetch better rates. Many bars have heated terraces so that patrons, even in colder months, may enjoy a beer or tea following a brisk walk.

To really see the city, just meander and watch. Admire the historic structures that have boldly displayed their grandeur over time. Wander along Shambles, the mediaeval street beside Lou Petergate Street, the scene of a legendary conflict between the Romans and the British. Walk until you come upon the magnificent cathedral and its environs. After a day of discovery, savor the gastronomic pleasures of the city in the Fosgate and Walmgate areas, where a wide spectrum of eateries meets all palates. Among the several attractions in the city, not to miss the National Railway Museum.

Offering visitors a unique and immersive approach to experience history, exploration, and cuisine, York distinguishes from cosmopolitan destinations.