York's medieval walled city is England's largest and best preserved - a true walk back through time. Visitors stroll along narrow cobbled streets like The Shambles and Lower Petergate into the heart of the city centre. York Minster, which towers over the city, is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe. Historically York was a major trading center used by the Romans, Angles, Vikings and numerous others who came to power in the region since the city was founded in 71 AD.

Today York has renowned museums in addition to a wide variety of shops, restaurants pubs, tea rooms, and cafes.