Bootham
York
Popular places to visit
Yorkshire Museum Gardens
Relax in a tranquil park that houses one of the most popular museums in York and offers peaceful lawns that border the River Ouse.
St. Mary's Abbey
Once one of the wealthiest abbeys in the country, the millennium-old ruins of this historic building are now surrounded by a charming park.
Yorkshire Museum
Examine a Viking sword from 1,000 years ago, Roman and medieval remnants and the skeletons of extinct animals in this revered museum.
York Art Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at York Art Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Bootham. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
York Theatre Royal
Enjoy a show at York Theatre Royal, a theatre with a story to tell in Bootham. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
King's Manor
Walk around the campus at King's Manor as part of your travels around Bootham. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this romantic area.
Things to do
York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York Witches and History Walking Tour
From York: North Moors and Whitby Tour
York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side.
Top hotels in Bootham
The Minster Hotel York
We had a very warm welcome, our room was nice, clean and cosy, and the breakfast options were delicious. The hotel is perfectly situated for exploring the city centre and what it has to offer. We’ve had a really lovely weekend stay.
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
The Exhibition
Second visit staying here , perfect location 10 min walk from train station lovely staff , fab breakfast will definitely stay again next year when visiting family .
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
The Gillygate
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Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
The Milner York
Good room and friendly staff. Annoying problem with flushing toilet was dealt with eventually.
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Very friendly staff, love the hotel
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
Moxy York
Great hotel. Stayed here on a solo travel trip. Relaxing bar in the lobby and close to the main shopping/bar areas in York. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bootham
The Groves
If you're spending some time in The Groves, Clarence Gardens and Yearsley Pool are top sights worth seeing.
Clifton
Though Clifton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St. Mary's Abbey and York Theatre Royal.
City Centre
If you're spending some time in City Centre, Merchant Adventurers' Hall and Shambles are top sights worth seeing.
Bishophill
If you're spending some time in Bishophill, Micklegate Bar and Yorvik Brass Rubbing Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Layerthorpe
When in Layerthorpe, you can plan a visit to Merchant Taylors' Hall and Monk Bar, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Holgate
While visiting Holgate, you might make a stop by sights like National Railway Museum and York Cold War Bunker.
