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The Snickelways are the famous medieval (and later) alleys and narrow streets that thread the center of the city. See Mark W Jones' book A walk around the Snickelways of York (ISBN 1871125723) or its hardback companion The complete Snickelways of York (ISBN 1871125049) with their quirky, hand-written descriptions.…

Built 1357-1361 and of international importance, this building is Europe's finest medieval Guildhall and scheduled as an ancient monument. Nowhere else can be seen in one building the three rooms serving the three functions of a medieval guild: business, charity and religion. Above is the superb timbered Great Hall, below is the Undercroft or Hospital and Chapel.…

An award winning museum of everyday life with exhibitions to appeal to all ages. Exhibits include Kirkgate, a Victorian street; Half Moon Court, an Edwardian street; and costumes and toys through the ages.…

This imposing "tower" represents the medieval castle of York, located in the centre of town, originally built by William the Conqueror to subdue the rebellious north, then rebuilt by Henry III in the 13th century. Fantastic panoramic views of York and the surrounding countryside from the top of the tower.

The largest railway museum in the world, responsible for the conservation and interpretation of the British national collection of historically significant railway vehicles and other artefacts. Contains an unrivalled collection of locomotives, rolling stock, railway equipment, documents and records.

A great place for a picnic. Contain the [http://www.yorkmuseumgardens.org.uk/about/st-marys-abbey/ Ruins of St Mary's Abbey] and the small [http://www.yorkmuseumgardens.org.uk/about/york-observatory/ York Observatory], which was constructed in 1832/33 and is still in working condition.

The largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, York Minster dominates the skyline & has a history of building that dates back to the 8th century at least. The one place that everybody visits. Stay for Evensong service if you can, especially if you've never been to a church service before.

One of the locations for the filming of Brideshead Revisited, this amazing stately home is a great day trip out of York. If you've got a car and go to Castle Howard its worth a look at Kirkham Priory too, just off the A64 at the top of the hill near Castle Howard.

Only 3 miles from Castle Howard, Yorkshire's Award-Winning Lavender Farm & Lavender Gardens is set in a spectacular hillside farm of nearly 60 acres, within the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

A public art gallery with a collection of paintings from 14th-century to contemporary, prints, watercolours, drawings, and ceramics.

Interesting, and quite good for curious children. Features displays of Roman, Viking and Medieval riches.

It's a bit of a push to the top of the county but well worth the trouble.

Now part of the University of York, previously a royal headquarters,

National Trust operated town house dating from Medieval times.

A family home of Noel Goddard Terry run by National Trust.

Built in 15th century