Exploring York's historic city centre is like taking a trip back in time. The city's rich cultural heritage dates back to Roman times, but the flavour of Viking Jorvik is still alive at the outstanding Jorvik Viking Centre, and the medieval architecture of the city is outstanding.
York is dominated by the imposing bulk of York Minster with its superb stained glass windows, but spare some time to explore one of York's other fine medieval churches, and wander the narrow streets of The Shambles area. Don't leave York without taking a walk on the city walls that were first erected by the Roman legions. Along the walls you can visit the medieval gateways to the city.
Although there is a lot to see in the town centre you need to hire a car to visit the local attraction that surround York.
Car rental in York is a must for the tourist, with over 25 historical and pleasure attractions within 30 minutes drive of the historical town, car hire is a must, otherwise you may miss out on a lot of incredible features
