Bootham
York
Popular places to visit
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Relax in a tranquil park that houses one of the most popular museums in York and offers peaceful lawns that border the River Ouse.
St. Mary's Abbey
Once one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country, the millennium-old ruins of this historic building are now surrounded by a charming park.
Yorkshire Museum
Examine a Viking sword from 1,000 years ago, Roman and medieval remnants and the skeletons of extinct animals in this revered museum.
York Art Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at York Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Bootham. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Multangular Tower
Learn about the local history of Bootham when you take a trip to Multangular Tower. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
York Theatre Royal
Enjoy a show at York Theatre Royal, a theatre with a story to tell in Bootham. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
York: Golden Tours Hop-on Hop-off Open Top Bus Tour- 24 Hours Ticket
Top hotels in Bootham
The Minster Hotel York
First class hotel, warm throughout the hotel and rooms. Pleasant front desk staff and luggage storage.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
23 St Mary's
Very clean, great location!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
The Milner York
The property stands in pleasant gardens and is in easy walking to the city centre. Beautiful well kept old building adjoining rail ststion.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Radisson Hotel York
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Great room spotless. Ingrid on reception went above and beyond to help when I’d lost my gloves yesterday. She even checked the cctv. All of the reception staff were very welcoming and friendly All
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Malmaison York
Lovely big room with excellent facilities. Breakfast was very good with lots of options. The staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bootham
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.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bootham Bar and St. Mary's Abbey.
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.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Monk Bar and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bootham
- Yorkshire Museum Gardens
- St. Mary's Abbey
- St. Olave's Church
- York Art Gallery
- Shambles
- North York Moors National Park
- University of York
- Harrogate Convention Centre
- Jorvik Viking Centre
- Harewood House
- York City Walls
- McArthur Glen Designer Outlet
- Roundhay Park
- York St. John University
- Rudding Park Golf Course
