The Groves
York
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

University of York
Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Castle Howard
You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour

Nth York Moors Steam Train (incl) & Whitby Small Group Day Trip.

York: "All Creatures Great and Small" Yorkshire Dales Tour
Top hotels in The Groves

DoubleTree by Hilton York
Can’t say enough great things about the experience. The staff at reception were welcoming, the room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Check in was easy. The breakfasts were outstanding—great selection, fresh, flavorful. Staff in the dining room were helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Diamonds Inn Ltd

Radisson Hotel York
All good!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

The Milner York
Unfortunately the pool was closed for maintenance other than that every thing was fine .
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Perfect location as we love this area of York. No parking but we used ‘yourpark’ which had a car park directly opposite the hotel which was great! Super comfy bed. Breakfast lush. Will continue to stay here whenever visiting York.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Malmaison York
The rooms were very spacious and clean . Breakfast was superb couldn’t fault it. Location very easy to get to from the train station
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Groves

Bootham
While visiting Bootham, you might make a stop by sights like York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.

Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Merchant Adventurers' Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles 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 York Theatre Royal and Yorkshire Museum Gardens.

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.

Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.







