Walking and Rambling in York
Overview
If you're planning on staying at YHA York,, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Clifton Ings
Straightforward navigation following the river and a well laid path
Easy route (PDF, 1MB)
2.9 miles, takes 1h - 1h 45m
City Walls
Discover history, culture, sights and attractions
Easy route (PDF, 1.5MB)
5.1 miles, takes 2h - 3h 30m
Bishopthorpe
A great walk with river, retail, railway, racecourse, Rowntree and ramparts
Moderate route (PDF, 1.8MB)
13.8 miles, takes 5h 30m - 9h 30m
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Cycling in York
Explore York by bike on one of the City Cycling route maps from hostel. A great way to explore, you can stop any time for a spot of sightseeing or maybe a treat in the famous Betty's Tea Rooms.
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National Railway Museum
One of York’s premier attractions, the National Railway Museum is the largest of its kind in the UK, with upwards of 100 locomotives lining the tightly packed site close to the city centre.
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York City Sightseeing Bus Tour
Sightseeing has never been so much fun! Hop on and off as much as you like, and see all the sights that the city has to offer. One route, but with 20 stops. Visit the Bus Tour website
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York Boat River Cruises
The largest fleet of modern sightseeing boats outside London. Sit back, relax and enjoy York by day or night down the River Ouse. Visit the website
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York Minster
One of the great cathedrals of the world. Discover the Minster's fascinating history in the Undercroft. Don't miss the beautiful Quire. Visit the cathedral's website
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The Judge’s Lodging
Explore the ‘upstairs, downstairs’ life of the Judges, their servants & felonious guests at this stunning house.
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Barley Hall
A stunning medieval house, discovered under the modern facade of an office block, once home to the Priors of Nostell and the Mayor of York. Visit the Barley Hall website
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The York Dungeon in York
1 mile Delve into the city’s most blood-curdling history. An educationally chilling experience and a great day out for all the family. Visit the website
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JORVIK Viking Festival
The Vikings will once again be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcome return of the JORVIK Viking Festival! Separate fact from fiction at a Viking banquet or witness a live ba
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Jorvik Viking Centre
A ground breaking visitor experience that lets you experience life in Viking-Age York. Don't miss a trip on the time capsule! Visit the website
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York
Famous for exquisite architecture, a tangle of quaint cobbled streets and the iconic York Minster - there's lots to see and do!
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York Castle Museum
A leading museum of everyday life. Discover how people lived through household objects and recreated rooms, shops and even prison cells. See the Museum website for more details.
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Castle Howard
Set within 1000 acres of breathtaking landscape, the estate houses the Arboretum Trust - a collection of botanically important trees. Visit the website
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Nunnington Hall
In a sheltered walled garden by the River Rye, this National Trust run 17th century manor house has a fascinating collection of period miniature rooms.
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Eden Camp Museum
A modern history themed museum in the grounds of an original WWII prisoner of war camp.
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Walks with a story in Yorkshire
Explore more of the area with Discovering Britain’s walks, trails and views. From stunning viewpoints to family-friendly strolls, from day long hikes in the countryside to urban trails - there's pl
