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 lively bars in this family-friendly 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
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
York Witches and History Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bootham
The Minster Hotel York
wonderful hotel within walking distance of York Minster. Breakfast was very good
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Exhibition
Second visit staying here , perfect location 10 min walk from train station lovely staff , fab breakfast will definitely stay again next year when visiting family .
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Milner York
Room was a perfect temperature, nice towels and bedding. The tv was well positioned and the water was hot at all times Breakfast was good but some foods could have been a little warmer but that’s often the challenge for buffet service. The range and availability was great though. The lounge and bar ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Moxy York
The room was lovely and clean. Staff were all friendly and helpful, even when we checked out the receptionist asked if there was anything else we would like help with. I thought this was a very thoughtful and nice thing to ask. The bar area was airy and well laid out and the drinks were reasonably ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Malmaison York
Good rooms Well stocked bar
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The room was clean. However ther was a smell coming from the sink in the bathroom. Everything else was great.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
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.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
