Visit Layerthorpe
Popular places to visit
Shambles
This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another.
York Minster
The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views.
York Racecourse
You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Jorvik Viking Centre
Imagine yourself as a Viking in this museum that allows you to dig up Norse artifacts and witness reenactments, while you learn about York’s Scandinavian settlers.
York St. John University
Explore the campus of York St. John University as part of your travels around York. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
York City Walls
See some of York’s most impressive sights on a walk around the historic perimeter wall that has its origins in the Roman era.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
York Audio Tour: Ghosts, History, and Chocolate
Top hotels in Layerthorpe
The Milner York
Lovely spacious hotel, beautiful public areas. Staff were friendly and welcoming and efficient. The Christmas tree was beautiful! Bathroom great - wonderful shower. Bedroom fine, but a bit dingy and thick layer of dust on light fittings. Lifts were the down side - really not clean and sometimes ...
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Moxy York
Great staff very friendly and helpful lovely clean warms rooms with tea coffee - excellent breakfast options and variety
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Malmaison York
Club room - clean, great feel, extra pillows, Nespresso machine and complimentary water in fridge. Room 503- amazing view of river and the Minster!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Friendly welcoming staff. Great location and good size/clean rooms. Relaxing location for breakfast although food quality could be better. Thank you.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
One night only, ease of parking, clean and quiet room.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
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Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Layerthorpe
Foss Islands
Though Foss Islands may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like York Barbican and Merchant Adventurers' Hall.
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like Bootham Bar and York Theatre Royal.
Hull Road
Hull Road might not have many top sights, but York Barbican and Walmgate Bar are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
