Passed through York Station while traveling to Liverpool. The station was small and easy to…read morenavigate. Facilities like restrooms, seating, and clear signage (with constant reminders to "walk on the left") were good, though food options were limited. The biggest drawback was having to carry luggage up and down stairs, as we didn't see any ramps. Staff were helpful, and trains ran on time. Overall, a convenient and efficient small station. Saluti

The York railway station is a lovely halfway point between Edinburgh and London Kings Cross. It's…read moreeasy to navigate and provides an excellent stopping point for travel across the United Kingdom! It's a common transfer point for those needing to make a connecting train but it's easy to get around.

Wonderful place for a train loving kid and his family :) The collection here is nothing short of…read moreamazing. The Flying Scottsman was a favorite though I wish we could have gone in. The North Shed is undergoing construction that was the only bummer. Everything else fantastic. Was cool to see the royal cars and get a sense of how the (my favorite was the suite for Queen Victoria) traveled!! The museum has 2 buildings. Both buildings have cafes and gift shops. The better gift shop is in the main entrance building.

It is a very cool place and a must visit place in York UK So…read moremuch rail history and so many things to do . You can sit in a bullet train see various old and new engine models and what not If you are into train this is the place . They also have a sit down restaurant and a VR experience

York is a wonderful town and well worth a visit. It's easy to park and the historic center is…read moreperfectly easy walkable. And the centerpiece of course is the massive York Minster. It's an Anglican cathedral. The first record of a church on the site dates to 627, but the bulk of the building was constructed between 1220 and 1472.The minster retains most of its medieval stained glass, a significant survival among European churches. The Minster stands tall at a max. tower height of 235 feet (72 m) and is visible from far away. Good if you get lost...just look out for the Minster. And it is a really impressive piece of history, art and architecture. Really amazes you when you first walk up to it. There are so many details to find, to explore. To think how long it's been standing here - surviving quite the fire in 1984. We didn't go in this time around, but that's surely something for another visit. Not sure it's always as windy as it was when we've visited (August), but boy....did it almost blow us away at Precentors Court on the west side of the Minster. So, hold on your hats! Definitely a must do - probably THE must-do when in York.

My visit to York Minster was an experience far beyond just sightseeing. Our group took a day trip…read moreto York, and unfortunately, I woke up that morning with intense period pain, making the day incredibly challenging. However, stepping into York Minster provided an unexpected and profound sense of peace and comfort that truly helped me through. From the moment I entered, I was utterly captivated. The sheer scale and intricate architecture of the Minster are breathtaking. Every arch, every column, and every carved detail tells a story of centuries of craftsmanship and devotion. It's a testament to human ingenuity and faith. But what truly mesmerized me were the stained glass windows. They are simply divine. The way the light streamed through the vibrant colors, casting kaleidoscopic patterns across the ancient stone, was nothing short of magical. Each window, from the smallest to the monumental Great East Window, felt like a masterpiece, filling the vast space with a soft, ethereal glow. Looking at them, tracing the stories depicted in glass, was incredibly calming. In that moment of intense pain, the beauty and grandeur of the Minster, combined with the quiet reverence of the space, brought me a profound sense of solace. It was a true sanctuary. The hushed atmosphere, the soaring ceilings, and the kaleidoscope of light from the stained glass created an environment where, for a precious time, my discomfort seemed to fade into the background. My cramps were really painful, and it was hard to breathe and stand, so just sitting in the pews and admire the windows and the calming cathedral music really helped. York Minster is not just a historical building; it's a living work of art that can deeply move and soothe the soul. Even if you're not in pain, the beauty and architectural majesty are reason enough to visit. For me, it was a beautiful refuge that I will always remember with deep gratitude. Highly, highly recommend.

It is so cozy here! I loved our view and the rooms were comfortable! The complimentary breakfast…read morewas the best food I have had here so far.

Boutique 12 room inn located in the heart of the old town. Surrounded by shops and restaurants one…read moreblock from the York Minster. Gracious hosts, sparkling rooms, option of cooked to order breakfast.

Ah, Northern Rail... over the years the franchise has changed hands, again and again, it seems no…read morematter who runs the franchise the main problem is the infrastructure, currently, they are operated by the government as "operator of last resort" after Arriva lost the franchise in March 2020. I have noticed a huge improvement from Northern of late, it went from being an operator I'd try my best to avoid, to one I'm willing to accept travelling with. The main highlights of Northern are the staff, the staff on the trains and at their own run stations seem really friendly and happy to help most of the time, and it's much harder to find a staff member that doesn't seem to care in Northern uniform than many other train companies. Many of their routes are slower, as they are forced to stop at many smaller stations along the way which Avanti/Cross Country and co would simply zoom past. The new trains are much more comfortable, while they still are average and can't compare to new trains from TPExpress for example, it's still a huge and much-welcomed step up from the recently withdrawn Pacer trains, which still give me nightmares, it's such an embarrassment they used them for so long... a type of train which is banned in Iran. While Northern wouldn't be my first choice to travel with, they still are improving as much as they can, services seem to be running closer to the actual schedule (I do notice they've added a few minutes onto the stops, so on recent journeys the train is always waiting for a couple of minutes, perhaps to avoid delay complaints). 3*

With city centre parking pretty costly to say the least, I'm always more than tempted to leave the…read moregood old Mel mobile in the West Wing quarters and get a train into the centre. It also means good old Mel can be tempted to a cheeky glass of fizz or two after a tiring day shopping and getting my hair done. Perfect. Northern rail provide some of the trains into the station and have done since taking over from Arriva Trains Northern in 2004. Lots has been said of failing targets and decline in service standard across the rail network and you only have to listen to regular users to hear plenty of moans and groans. However, I must admit I've not actually found too many problems with my local service. Granted, weekend engineering work and too many leafs on the track make me want to pull my hair out, but in terms of general day to day running you'll find a more than reasonable standard. We've not got the most modern fleet in the country. In fact I'd say we look positively second rate in comparison to other parts of the country, but they are relatively clean, comfy and more importantly do the job you want. Get you from a to b. Do check if the artic weather comes in and as I said earlier, you'll get some disruption at times on Bank Holidays and weekends but if you check you should be well away. It also won't cost you an arm and a leg and is pretty reasonable on your pocket.

I can't rave enough about this place. I stayed here for one night. Hospitality was on point, my…read moreroom was super cute and impeccably clean, and breakfast was fantastic. Major thanks to Hannah at the front desk for her kindness, and for sharing Bar Convent's compelling history with me. I'm so grateful. Definitely stay here if you're planning a stay in the charming city of York. Great location by the train station and city centre as well!

Made a visit to this remarkable place! Fabulous museum telling the story of remarkable and faithful…read morewomen. Lunch was outstanding - one of the best we had in York! A hidden gem in a very special city.

Location, location,location!…read more You honestly can't beat the location of the Dean Court Hotel which is situated across from the York Minister. Prime location for walking the city walls, the Shambles, and more. Our room was tiny but there was room to prop suitcases on the desk and luggage rack. The bathroom was nice and modern and a good size in comparison to the room. Breakfast was included and I enjoyed coffee, yogurt and fruit. Some of the items on the breakfast line weren't available such as the breakfast lemon cake. Our only problem was that there was no hot water for showering in the morning!! Apparently there was a power outage in the middle of the night and hot water was not restored yet. When we checked out in the morning they were very nonchalant about it and didn't even really apologize for the inconvenience. They just stated the fact that it was out. It was definitely disappointing to not be able to start our day with a hot shower.

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Micklegate Bar is known as traitors gate and once displayed the heads of Richard Duke of York, and…read moreEdmund, Earl of Rutland on spikes. The Micklegate bar is where you will find the Henry VII museum and often used as the main gateway into York by the Queen as well as Henry VII in 1486. The Micklegate bar has great features including the the royal coat of arms as well as the city coat of arms, a carving of a knights helmet and a lions head. From Micklegate bar you will then lead onto Victoria bar one way or Lendal bridge the other way, also look out for the Tansy beetle mural and not far from here is the railway station.

Micklegate Bar is one of the best preserved of York's mediaeval gateways…read more The original 12th century gatehouse was replaced in the 14th century with a heavy portcullis and a fortified barbican, with upper floors containing living quarters, which today contain a museum describing the history of the gate and also the history of the City. It's mildly diverting, but to be honest I'd stick to a walk around the walls, and clamber down for a better look at the gate itself. By tradition, it was the gate through which monarchs and other worthies entered the city, which led to it being used to display the decapitated heads of executed traitors

This is a lovely hotel in an excellent location. The concierge and valets were outstanding-helpful,…read moreattentive, and very personable. The one gentleman shook all of our hands as we left which was so nice. We had breakfast at the Rise twice, very good, and dinner once, which was good though only as one server was working our side of the busy dining room, it was slow. We stayed in the modern wing in a family room which was spacious and lovely. In terms of negatives, the mattress was hard and lumpy, and there was the only one small hook to hang towels and robes, so not much room for our party of three. I mention this because the Grand has a sustainability focus and encourages guests to re-use towels, which we did: more hooks are needed. The reading lamps on the headboard did not work. The major problem we had was the temperature of our room: the thermostat read 16 but it was more like 20; too warm for sleeping. I called down to reception and concierge and there was no answer - multiple times - I think perhaps the phones were malfunctioning. I reached an operator who said she'd leave a note as she was leaving in five minutes. I went down to the front desk and the staff member told me she could adjust it from a control panel in the lobby (?), however, the room stayed too warm. This definitely took away from the experience as I didn't sleep well and expected better from a five star hotel. Lastly, and this is small, but the greenery out front (topiaries and flowers) and in the hallways are plastic, again, not five star. For a hotel focused on sustainability, natural plants would be much more suitable.

Ask for an upgrade. Rooms are SMALL. VERY SMALL. The concierge is simply AMAZING and can help you…read morewith all your needs. Very VERY attentive and multitasking. The hotel is old and overwhelmingly big, but the location couldn't be better and the buffet breakfast with their beetroot smoked salmon was something we are STILL talking about. One of the spa employees was a real ditz, killing a star off the review. But on another visit, we had a tour of the vault, because my curious george husband HAD to see it (that is where the manicures happen). Upgraded room was super spacious and made for a lot of comfort with all the ammenities that make a "getaway" vacation special!

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