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A mini guide to
Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Walk the walls from Micklegate Bar
The council says the walls are free to walk, but they close in icy or windy weather and have steps. Check its page for closures.
Bishy Road is a walk away
Bishopthorpe Road is about a kilometre from Micklegate Bar, so allow time to walk down and back, or combine it with Rowntree Park.
Bar Convent
The Bar Convent's website describes its museum, café, chapel and guest house. Check it for visiting arrangements.
Racecourse days
York Racecourse is on the Knavesmire. Check its fixtures page if you want to visit or avoid a race meeting.
Evenings on Micklegate
Micklegate has many pubs and bars, so it is busiest in the evening. Daytime is quieter.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road?
Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road is in York, England. Micklegate Bar, the pubs of Micklegate and the shops of Bishopthorpe Road. Nearby stops and stations include York station, Park & Ride.
How long do I need in Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road?
A couple of hours, longer with Bishopthorpe Road. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Micklegate Bar, Micklegate, Holy Trinity Church, Micklegate. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: York station (LNER, Grand Central, TransPennine Express and others); Park & Ride (Six council sites). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 16 places to eat and drink in and around Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 5 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Micklegate and Bishopthorpe Road
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Micklegate
Historic street running from Micklegate Bar down to Ouse Bridge, with pubs, bars and restaurants.
Baile Hill
Grassy castle mound beside the south-west city walls, site of a Norman fortification.
Skeldergate Bridge
Road bridge across the River Ouse south of the city centre.
York
More areas to explore
Station and Museum Gardens
The National Railway Museum, the station and the Museum Gardens
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Minster Quarter
York Minster and the medieval streets, gates and halls around it
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The Shambles and Stonegate
The Shambles, Stonegate and the narrow lanes of the old city centre
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- Bishopthorpe Road: Jeremy Bolwell, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Micklegate: Malcolmxl5, CC0, source
- Baile Hill: Malcolmxl5, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Skeldergate Bridge: Harry Mitchell, CC BY 3.0, source
- Station and Museum Gardens: Tim Green from Bradford, CC BY 2.0, source
- Minster Quarter: Chris Gorringe, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- The Shambles and Stonegate: Paul Buckingham, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Castle, Fossgate and Walmgate: Steven Fruitsmaak, Public domain, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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