2 PERFECT DAYS IN YORK: History, Hidden Gems & Things to Do
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If you're looking for the best of York, then you've come to the right place. In this travel guide, we'll showcase the best things to do in York, including top attractions, where to eat, and hidden gems even locals don't know about. We'll also explore the top Christmas Markets in York, and take a day trip to the Spa Town of Harrogate, which is around half an hour away.
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York is steeped in history and has been the favourite haunt of many royals and nobles over the years. The city began as a Roman fortress around two millennia ago and today vestiges of the past can be found down the cobbled lanes and amongst the timber-framed buildings.
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Places in York mentioned in the video:
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- York Minster
- Clifford's Tower
Great video and information. Thought it was very entertaining. You did look like you were dying from the cold thought, hah! We'll be there this month. Cheers
- Museum Gardens
- Betty's Tea Rooms
You should really learn how to pronounce place names.
It's the river Ouse (pronounced ooze).
Pity you skipped knaresborough, it's a charming market town and has the world's oldest tourist attraction, mother shiptons petrifying well.
- York City Walls
- Roman sites
Thank you for the lovely video of my home town. I really enjoyed it. Just 2 tiny criticisms. The river Ouse is pronounced like the word ooze. Also JK Rowling denied being inspired by the Shambles. It was the filmmakers who were inspired by the street. Great video.
- The Shambles
- Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland
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- York Christmas Market
Places in Harrogate mentioned in the video:
lovely presenting style!
- Betty's
- Valley Gardens
Dywd
- Royal Pump Room Museum
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York,really this is the little city full colorful and tourism magnifique in UK very old and impressive,thank you for sharing and preview Sophie ๐๐๐๐
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well i never, i've lived in york for 38yrs, didn't know the shrine of saint margaret clitherow existed, and i've walked the shamble 1000's of time, you learn something new everyday.
think i might go check it out, on my next trip into town. thanks,
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Nice but a few things wrong... firstly there have been archaeological finds of prehistoric people using the area, so the Romans weren't the first there... the story about being allowed to maim Scots is thought to be a myth and if it did exist it only existed on a small island at the confluence of the Rivers Foss and Ouse, not really the city centre... speaking of the Ouse it's pronounced Ooze not Owse.
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My preferred place to eat in York is at home.
Lol, my next door neighbour is a Scot. I haven't used a bow and arrow on him yet! I'm part Scots myself and have Scots names.
Those narrow snickleways are said to be the favourite hunting ground of the barghest, a large black infernal hound which preys on the unwary such as drunks. It also wanders the moors to the North of the city. Its legend inspired the famous "Hound Of The Baskervilles" Sherlock Holmes story by Arthur Conan Doyle, another Scot (with Irish ancestry).
This video is about the very "touristy" side of the city.
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ok, so what country is York??
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So informative is this video that I am going to visit York the next time I am in UK. Sweetly and competently done too.
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@Andrew_Haj6:48 The river what! It's pronounced Ooze.
@danensisGreat video as per usual Sophie.
Another excellent presentation combined with history and information.
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I visited York in May 2025 from London. I stayed there for two nights before returning back to London. I would say that it was a memorable trip though I did not have the time to visit any of the museums nor did I see the minster from inside. I took a walking tour and I also took a river cruise in the evening. I am from India.
@AroopBoseYour style is refreshingly different and I enjoyed it very much. I plan to visit York (from Canada) next year and will look forward to seeing all the places that you recommend. Thanks for putting this together.
@grantw7my hometown ๐คฉ๐คฉ๐ฏ๐ฏ
@deskirby-d7cYork is absolutely beautiful. Can't wait to explore it
@snpsspsAddicted at your chanel! Nice to discover you!
@pilardeleon516Fantastic city of York and around! ๐คJ'adore๐
@imacneufdefinitely will hit some of these markets the next time my wife and I are in London! Already have been to Camden, so the rest are in play. Especially the one in Mayfair!
@MarkRovelliSophie, you do youre vlogs unlike others and therefore enjoy it so much. Youre travel vlogs are natural, soothing, and actually provide great spots to explore i havent seen on others. I love the slow pace and music you choose. Keep it up! Youre prescence is much needed in this space
@cltlin2071Thanks Sophie another holiday destination when Iโm back in the UK โค
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@mohammedjoynalabedin8446The chapter names! ๐
@StuartJonesJonesDoes the snow exist if winter in York?
@oisantosartAsk any local people about tourism in york, itโs ruined with air b&b no locals enter city centre, stag and hen nights drunken behaviour full of homeless beggars gangs of Chinese tourists just not good for locals
@dazzuluwilliams3150If iโm just going for a day trip, what are the top things you recommend for one day? Best restaurant, best coffee shop?
@gmagainWell done. Scenic and informative.๐
@Jams-PhotographyI will travel to York in early July with my family. This is a very good video! I really like your style! I also make travel videos on YouTube.
@luleining77024I go there a lot but its always lovely to see it from another perspective.Very nice!
@j.4332I've been to York before and going again later this year, you''ve given me some different places to go that I missed the first time, thank you, brilliant video and some great places to visit.
@kimb4285My wife, brother, and I are crossing the pond to visit York. May I ask a few questions
@MegaPeaceguyI miss York, where I lived for four years while studying. It was a time when I felt a bit lonely, but I was truly happy there.
@JC-ki3ngWhat camera/lens do you use? Looks amazing
@BB-MurderCasesnice :::;
@mshahabafzalAs someone who was in York for 3 years as a studentโฆ I wouldnโt say underrated is the term Iโd use. Itโs super popular and touristy in places. Lovely city though
@callumalston5755very interesting video!
@wandererblogI looked to see if you had made a York video before we visited, and you posted it the day before we got back! We went on a festive river cruise and I can't wait to go back and do the wall walk in the spring.
@amysquieSophie, can I ask you where did you get that coat ? x
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@AzzaYCFThank you Sophie and yes I noticed the sign, I see what you did there.๐โค๐ฝ
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