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York is essentially a small city, but Its centre is a hive of activity, surrounded by the safety of its ancient walls and overlooked by the watchful spire of the giant minster. The following are descriptions of some key areas in and around York and the kind of attractions, shops and businesses you are likely to find in each of them.

Bishopthorpe

Located on the outskirts of the city is this pleasant little village, home to the Archbishop of York's Palace. Just a short walk away is the Selby cycle track, built on top of the old railway line. As such, this is a superb flat, straight path, great for cycling, with marvellous scenery to boot. Those with a keen eye will notice that every few metres are curious metal globes. These are in fact scale models of the planets in our solar system and the 10 miles between York and Selby have been mapped out accurately so that the distance between these models is relative to that of the real planets in space.

Bootham

Despite being known by locals for its hospital, this is a predominantly residential area, which is also home to Bootham Crescent, the playing grounds of The Minster Men, York City F.C. Only a short distance away from the City Centre, Bootham Bar is yet another piece of history left by the Romans. This large archway acts as an entrance to the City Centre as well as being in sight of pubs like The Exhibition and The Hole in the Wall, although they are an entirely different type of bar altogether.

City Centre

Where else to start but with St. Peter's Cathedral, or as it is known to the majority of people, York Minster. It is a truly inspirational sight, towering above all other buildings in York and visible from miles outside the city boundaries. From the amazing stained glass windows to the tolling of its bells, observing the York Minster in person is an incredible experience. The most famous street in York has to be The Shambles, with its narrow cobbled alleyways and its half-timbered medieval shops; it certainly is the most picturesque and photographed. Being a city so generously enriched with history, York has its fair share of museums, the most popular being the Jorvik Viking Museum, but it would be an injustice to overlook either the Castle Museum or The Railway Museum. York is also famous for its medieval walls, which run through the City Centre and are the best-preserved city walls in Great Britain. Walking along them is an ideal means of navigating your way through the city, whilst simultaneously achieving a privileged vantage point for viewing York.

Clifton

This large area in York toward the northern edge of the city is home to the Clifton Moor Retail and Leisure Park. It is a continually growing shopping centre with a lengthy list of major stores, including Tescos, Toys R Us and McDonalds. A large, Warner Bros. Multiplex Cinema is also found here, next to the Frankie & Benny's Italian American diner. Tenpin Bowling fans will want to check out The Megabowl, which, as well as having a bar is also home to the latest video arcade games.

Haxby

A quiet village on the edge of the city, Haxby is for the most part, residential and although there are only a few small, local shops there, you will find some fine, traditional English pubs, like The Tiger.

Knavesmire/Tadcaster Road

One of the things York is most famous for is horse racing. The Knavemire derives its name from its association with the infamous highwayman, Dick Turpin, who was hanged for his crimes upon this very ground. Hanging is much less common nowadays, in fact, you're far more likely to see a game of football on a Sunday afternoon than a set of gallows. As well as regular motor shows, The Knavesmire has been host to the Netherlands' National Circus and is the number one choice for kite fliers throughout the city. Usually most peoples' entrance (or exit) to York, Tadcaster Road is host to pubs, such as The Fox & Roman and The Starting Gate, and hotels such as The Marriott and The Posthouse.

Micklegate

Possibly the most famous street in York with the exception of The Shambles. This is home to many of the best pubs in York, from the lively Harry's Bar and Brubakers to the more traditional Ackhorne and Walker's Bar. The chain of pubs is commonly referred to as "The Micklegate Run", and some of the most hardened drinkers of this world have felt their knees turn to jelly at the thought of tackling all of them. At one time it was quite reasonable to drink a pint in each, but nowadays there are so many pubs it really doesn't bear thinking about. This is the usual approach path of young revellers making their way towards clubs such as The Gallery, Ziggy's and Toff's, so the faint of heart should perhaps take care.

Monkgate

This is a small area of York on the edge of the City Centre whose main feature is the Monk Bar. This Roman gate has now been converted into a museum dedicated to the life of that son of York, Richard III. Was he a monster or simply misunderstood? Once your history lesson is over, you can enjoy a meal in an excellent restaurant such as The Viceroy of India or perhaps eat a hearty Sunday roast in The Tap & Spile.

Tadcaster

About 10 minutes drive from York is this small village, known to many as the home of the Bass Brewery, the John Smith's Brewery and Samuel Smith's Brewery. It's a wonder the locals aren't pickled.

Upper Poppleton

Located on the edge of the city, this area of York contains an ever growing shopping area as well as numerous places to eat and drink. The Wetherby Whaler serves up the best fish and chips in York and for those who like a bit of spice, there is The Bengal Brasserie. The area also contains a range of businesses from the Arundale Mitsubishi car dealership to family orientated fun pubs like, The Millfield.

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Bishopthorpe

York
United Kingdom

Located on the outskirts of the city is this pleasant little village, home to the Archbishop of York's Palace. Just a short walk away is the Selby cycle track, built on top of the old railway line. As such, this is a superb flat, straight path, great for cycling and marvellous scenery to boot. Those with a keen eye will notice that every few metres are curious metal globes. These are in fact scale models of the planets in our solar system and the 10 miles between York and Selby have been mapped out accurately so that the distance between these models is relative to that of the real planets in space.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Barbara Ainscough

Photo: ntb146

Photo: Nick LaCara

Bootham

York
United Kingdom
Despite being known by locals for its hospital, this is a predominantly residential area which is also home to Bootham Crescent, the playing grounds of The Minster Men, York City F.C. Only a short distance away from the city centre, Bootham Bar is yet another piece of history left by the Romans. This large archway acts as an entrance to the city centre as well as being in sight of pubs like The Exhibition and The Hole in the Wall, although they are an entirely different type of bar altogether.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Edd Dumbill
Photo: Andy Hawkins
Photo: AodhGraem
Photo: Guillaume Stafford
Photo: Jonathan Culling
Photo: Sam Fryers
Photo: Malcolm Calder
Photo: David Johnson

Photo: prof@worthvalley

City Centre

York
United Kingdom
Where else to start but with St. Peter's Cathedral, or as it is known to the majority of people, York Minster. It is a truly inspirational sight, towering above all other buildings in York and visible from miles outside the city limits. From the amazing stained glass windows to the tolling of its bells, observing the York Minster in person is an incredible experience. The most famous street in York has to be The Shambles, with its narrow cobbled alleyways and its half-timbered medieval shops; it most certainly is the most picturesque and the most photographed. Being a city so generously enriched with history, York has its fair share of museums, the most popular being the Jorvik Viking Museum, but it would be an injustice to overlook either the Castle Museum or The Railway Museum.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Neil Turner
Photo: florafinity
Photo: Bob Williams
Photo: Jonni Brown
Photo: Yi Yu

Clifton

York
United Kingdom
This large area in York toward the northern edge of the city is home to the Clifton Moor Retail and Leisure Park. It is a continually growing shopping centre with a lengthy list of major stores, including Tescos, Toys R Us and McDonalds. A large, Warner Bros. Multiplex Cinema is also found here, next to the Frankie & Benny's Italian American diner. Tenpin Bowling fans will want to check out The Megabowl, which, as well as having a bar, is also home to the latest video arcade games.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Kevin Pollard
Photo: barberaba

Knavesmire/Tadcaster Road

York
United Kingdom
One of the things York is most famous for is horse racing. The Knavemire derives its name from its association with the infamous highwayman, Dick Turpin, who was hung for his crimes upon this very ground. Hanging is much less common nowadays, in fact, you're far more likely to see a game of football on a Sunday afternoon than a set of gallows. As well as regular motor shows, The Knavesmire has been host to the Netherlands' National Circus and is the number one choice for kite fliers throughout the city. Usually most peoples' entrance (or exit) to York, Tadcaster Road is host to pubs, such as The Fox & Roman and The Starting Gate and hotels such as The Marriott and The Posthouse.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Dongyi Liu
Photo: Jo Brooks
Photo: Angelmoth
Photo: Russ Hartley

Micklegate

York
United Kingdom
Possibly the most famous street in York with the exception of The Shambles. This is home to many of the best pubs in York, from the lively Harry's Bar and Brubakers to the more traditional Ackhorne and Walker's Bar. The chain of pubs is commonly referred to as "The Micklegate Run" and some of the most hardened drinkers of this world have felt their knees turn to jelly at the though of tackling all of them. At one time it was quite reasonable to drink a pint in each, but nowadays there are so many pubs it really doesn't bear thinking about. This is the usual approach path of young revellers making their way towards clubs such as The Gallery, Ziggy's and Toff's, so the faint of heart should perhaps take care.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: www.rogerbutterfiel
Photo: Péter Kőváry
Photo: nielsenferguson
Photo: Damian Ward
Photo: Karen Williams
Photo: Howard Pulling
Photo: rooster20@btinternet.com

Monkgate

York
United Kingdom
This is a small area of York on the edge of the city centre whose main feature is the Monk Bar. This Roman gate has now been converted into a museum dedicated to the life of that son of York, Richard III. Was he a monster or was he simply misunderstood? Once your history lesson is over, you can enjoy a meal in an excellent restaurant such as The Viceroy of India or perhaps eat a hearty Sunday roast in The Tap & Spile.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Michael Wilson
Photo: Tom W. McKinnon
Photo: Jimmy Jeltema
Photo: Chris Cohen
Photo: Gordon Lipsky

Upper Poppleton

York
United Kingdom
Located on the edge of the city, this area of York contains an ever growing shopping area as well as numerous places to eat and drink. The Wetherby Whaler serves up the best fish and chips in York and for those who like a bit of spice, there is The Bengal Brasserie. The area also contains a range of businesses from the Arundale Mitsubishi car dealership to family orientated fun pubs like, The Millfield.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Photo: Taylor Dundee

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