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The Ghost Bus Tour York
Tours • York

The Ghost Bus Tour York

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English guided
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★ 4.3 (3) • 100+ booked
€ 23.09
River Ouse Sightseeing Cruise in York
Cruises • York

River Ouse Sightseeing Cruise in York

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
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★ 4.4 (5) • 100+ booked
€ 18.09
York City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass
Tours • York

York City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass

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★ 3.7 (3) • 50+ booked
€ 19.85
Multi-Day England & Scotland Highlights Tour
Tours • From London, Manchester, Edinburgh

Multi-Day England & Scotland Highlights Tour

English guided
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€ 864.69
York Minster Guided Tour with Entry
Historical sites • York

York Minster Guided Tour with Entry

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€ 40.80
Self-Drive Boat Rental in York
Water activities • York

Self-Drive Boat Rental in York

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
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From € 52.49
Small group walking tour in York
Tours • York

Small group walking tour in York

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English guided
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€ 20.99
Harry Potter Walking Tour in York
Tours • York

Harry Potter Walking Tour in York

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English guided
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★ 3.5 (2) • 50+ booked
€ 11.65
The York Dungeon Ticket
Playgrounds • York

The York Dungeon Ticket

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★ 4.5 (2) • 4K+ booked
From € 22.15
York city pass
Attraction passes • York

York city pass

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€ 83.00
Historical Gems Tour in York
Tours • York

Historical Gems Tour in York

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English guided
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€ 19.85
York All Creatures Great and Small Tour
Tours • York

York All Creatures Great and Small Tour

Small group
English guided
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€ 98.99

Hotels in York

The Milner York
Hotels • York

The Milner York

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★ 4.3 (1,778)
From € 121.99
ibis Styles York Centre
Hotels • York

ibis Styles York Centre

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★ 4.4 (312)
From € 88.49
The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters
Hotels • York

The Queens Hotel & Victoria Cloisters

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★ 4.4 (1,009)
From € 141.32
The White Horse
Hotels • York

The White Horse

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★ 3.8 (321)
From € 116.82
Moxy York
Hotels • York

Moxy York

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★ 4.6 (1,006)
From € 82.97
Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG
Hotels • York

Holiday Inn York City Centre by IHG

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★ 4.1 (1,002)
From € 79.06
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Hotels • York

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly

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★ 4.5 (1,775)
From € 99.30
Premier Inn York City - Blossom St South
Hotels • York

Premier Inn York City - Blossom St South

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★ 4.2 (17)
€ 119.65
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
Hotels • York

Delta Hotels by Marriott York

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★ 4.3 (835)
From € 83.18
Hotel Indigo York by IHG
Hotels • York

Hotel Indigo York by IHG

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★ 4.6 (1,258)
From € 108.56
Wheatlands Lodge Hotel
Hotels • York

Wheatlands Lodge Hotel

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★ 4.6 (571)
From € 129.80
The Grand, York
Hotels • York

The Grand, York

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★ 4.8 (1,162)
From € 220.74

York at a glance

When is the busiest time for York activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
-54%
Jan
-51%
Feb
-32%
Mar
-45%
Apr
+49%
May
+60%
Jun
+18%
Jul
+46%
Aug
Busiest +85%
Sep
+15%
Oct
-30%
Nov
-57% Quietest
Dec

Demand for York peaks in September (about 85% above a typical month) and is quietest in December (roughly 57% below a typical month), so travellers from Malaysia should book early for September and expect easier availability in December. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is York cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

$30
$25
$20
Avg $24 Cheapest $20 Priciest $26
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices in York are typically cheapest in October (around USD 20), roughly 23% below the priciest month in March, so visiting in October can mean lower prices alongside quieter December demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

0 daysLast-minute
1 daysTypical
9 daysEarly

Most travellers book very close to travel, with a typical lead time of about 1 day, which means flexible, spontaneous trips work well — but allow more time when visiting the September peak. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about York

Local weather

  • JUN - AUG
    21°10°

    Mild summer, peak travel

  • DEC - FEB

    Cool, with occasional snow

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 0.86GBP

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Kuala Lumpur

What to know before visiting York

York in a few sentences

York is a compact city best known for historical sites, family-friendly playgrounds and guided tours, with a steady flow of river cruises and water activities. Klook booking data show a clear yearly rhythm: demand builds through spring and summer and peaks in September, then eases off toward December.

When to visit and how prices behave

Demand on Klook is highest in September and bottoms out in December, so expect the liveliest atmosphere around September and the quietest streets in December. Prices across the year are fairly stable but dip in October and several winter months; Klook bookings show October as typically the cheapest month while March tends to be the priciest. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for October or the winter months; for peak-season atmosphere and fuller event schedules, plan for September. Overall, demand and prices mostly move together through the autumn peak and the winter trough, with a small mismatch where March shows higher prices despite not being the busiest month.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia

Most travellers book quite close to arrival: typical Klook activity bookings are made about a day in advance, though some people lock things in earlier. If you want flexibility, many experiences can be arranged last-minute or a day or two out; if you travel in September, consider securing popular tours a week or so ahead. Use Klook to compare available dates and times and pick options that suit your pace and interests.

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