5-Day England weekend getaway in York

Photo of morning view of York Minster in York in the United Kingdom by Karl Moran
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
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Optional
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Enjoy the most refreshing vacation in England with this 5-day weekend getaway in York!

This fantastic 5-day travel plan is your chance to see the best travel destinations in England over the course of a weekend. You’ll stay for 4 nights in York, allowing you to have the full England experience.

Spend your wonderful weekend break in England visiting the most popular sightseeing destinations. You’ll check out the amazing National Railway Museum. Looking for a place you can stroll around and enjoy? We'll guide you to the outstanding church building, York Minster. Expect to see other remarkable attractions in England and get a glimpse of the country's unique history and culture.

This travel plan also features recommendations for the best eating and shopping spots in York. So whether you're looking for a mini-vacation or a romantic holiday in England, a quick weekend getaway in York is an excellent choice.

We'll help you have the best 5-day weekend getaway experience in England from start to finish. Just sit back, relax, and we'll take care of everything!

Your accommodation will be conveniently located for easy access to many of the best places to see and do in England. You'll have plenty of time to stroll through local markets and shopping streets. Go souvenir shopping to your heart's content and take a bit of England home with you to remind you of your vacation in York.

Your itinerary will take you to the best sights and spots in the city of York. You'll visit the magnificent Shambles Market, explore the fascinating Jorvik Viking Centre, and make lovely memories at the fantastic York Museum Gardens. By the end of your weekend getaway in England, you'll return home happy, with plenty of photos and memories to look back to and share.

This 5-day travel plan covers all you need for an amazing time in England. Your itinerary is customizable, giving you the opportunity to create the perfect vacation in York. Add tours, tickets, and activities to each day of your itinerary and make the most of your time in England.

For your convenience, you can also add a car rental to your weekend getaway package to England. We'll provide you with the best rental vehicle with CDW insurance that you can use for 4 days of your trip.

On top of all that, you'll also have access to 24/7 travel support from your personal agent. We’ll provide you with a step-by-step guide you can easily access on our mobile app, where your travel documents are stored and organized.

Booking a complete vacation in York has never been this fast and easy. The best services in York fill up quickly, so select a date and start planning your weekend getaway to England today!

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Hotel, 4 nights
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Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

York / 4 nights

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Attractions

Historic steam locomotives and coaches in the National Railway Museum, York.National Railway Museum
The West Front of York Minster.York Minster
Shambles Market
JORVIK Viking CentreJorvik Viking Centre
Photo of St. Mary's Abbey, museum garden in York city, England, UK.Museum Gardens
The York DungeonYork Dungeon
Photo of York Castle Museum in York, England.York Castle Museum
Clifford's Tower, YorkClifford's Tower, York
Rowntree ParkRowntree Park
Photo of York Art Gallery, UK.York Art Gallery
Photo of York Castle Museum in York, North Yorkshire, England.Yorkshire Museum
Photo of York City Walls, North Yorkshire, England, UK.York City Walls
National Trust - Goddards
Rawcliffe Park
Red Tower

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Day 1 – York - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – York - arrival day

  • York - Arrival day
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  • Rowntree Park
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York has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in England. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to York to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in York, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Rustique. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,000 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in York is The Cut & Craft. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,038 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, The Ivy St Helen's Square York. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,879 customers.

A weekend getaway in England isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in York. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is House Of The Trembling Madness, which has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,476 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Valhalla. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,740 customers.

Locals also enjoy Little Italy, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,037 customers, an after-dinner drink at Little Italy is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in England!

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Day 2 – York

Day 2

Day 2 – York

  • York
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  • National Trust - Goddards
  • National Railway Museum
  • York Minster
  • York City Walls
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On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in England, you’ll see more of the best attractions in York. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in York!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable National Railway Museum. This outstanding railway museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year, or around 807,591 people. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 26,320 travelers, a visit to the remarkable National Railway Museum is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating York Minster. Approximately 18,951 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing top-tier point of interest, Shambles Market. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,860 visitors.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in England. Check out all the tours York offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in England can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in York.

Bill's York Restaurant offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in York is the popular Ate O'Clock. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,836 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Las Iguanas - York. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,466 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit The Ivy St Helen's Square York. One of the best bars in the city, The Ivy St Helen's Square York has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,879 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Pivní York is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,396 bar-goers.

The Botanist Bar & Restaurant York is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in York. The Botanist Bar & Restaurant York has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,649 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of York. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in England!

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Day 3 – York

Day 3

Day 3 – York

  • York
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  • York Castle Museum
  • Clifford's Tower, York
  • York Dungeon
  • Jorvik Viking Centre
  • Shambles Market
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On day 3 of your weekend getaway in England, you’ll get to know more about York and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in York by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit National Railway Museum. This attraction is a fascinating railway museum that receives around 807,591 visitors every year.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular York Minster. This attraction is a magnificent church building that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,951 travelers.

York is also the home of the amazing Shambles Market. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,860 visitors.

Beyond its stunning attractions, York is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in England, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about York's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in York. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at wagamama york, one of the most recommended restaurants in York. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,353 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Plonkers. Around 646 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 685 customers, D'vine Restaurant and social Bar is another excellent alternative that serves a whole menu of delectable dishes. Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in England. One of the best bars in the city is Las Iguanas - York. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,466 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in York, we recommend the cocktails at Turtle Bay York. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in York is Shambles Tavern. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 927 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of York. Toast to another amazing day in England!

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Day 4 – York

Day 4

Day 4 – York

  • York
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  • Yorkshire Museum
  • Museum Gardens
  • York Art Gallery
  • Rawcliffe Park
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On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in England, you’ll see more of the best attractions in York. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in York!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable National Railway Museum. This outstanding railway museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year, or around 807,591 people. Garnering an average rating of 4.7 stars out of 5 from 26,320 travelers, a visit to the remarkable National Railway Museum is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating York Minster. Approximately 18,951 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing top-tier point of interest, Shambles Market. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,860 visitors.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in England. Check out all the tours York offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in England can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in York.

Fancy Hank's Bar & Kitchen offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Plonkers. One of the best bars in the city, Plonkers has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 646 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, D'vine Restaurant and social Bar is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 685 bar-goers.

The Habit Cafe Bar is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in York. The Habit Cafe Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 588 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of York. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in England!

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Day 5 – York - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – York - departure day

  • York - Departure day
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  • Red Tower
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Your remarkable weekend getaway in England is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to York. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful England.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving England, the popular National Railway Museum is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in York. This well-known site welcomes around 807,591 visitors annually and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 26,320 travelers.

The incredible York Minster is another great option. A total of 18,951 travelers gave this popular site an average score of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

A stop at the magnificent Shambles Market will make your last day in York more memorable. This outstanding top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,860 visitors.

You’ll then say farewell to England and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in England!

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