Budget friendly activities in York

Find out why some of the best things in the city are free

You can pay many pounds for theatre tickets, posh restaurants and shopping trips but sometimes it can cost nothing to have a great time.

In and around York there is plenty to do and see that won't be a drain on your finances whether it’s exploring the medieval charm of the streets, Roman ruins or a few hours in a museum where you can expand your mind without the expense. We’ve picked out just a few of the best freemium experiences in York but there are plenty more to be discovered.

* denotes a mandatory field
Buy tickets
Journey Details
Journey type
Outward journey
Outward journey time
Return journey
Return journey
Return journey time
Passengers
Passengers

For groups larger than 9 please contact Group Travel.

You must enter at least 1 adult or 1 child passenger
Railcards and discounts
Railcards and Discounts
Railcard numbers cannot exceed the number of passengers
Please select rail card type

Find more things to do in York

Outdoor activities in York

As well as boasting a glorious city centre, York is blessed with miles of green spaces within close vicinity.

Tours in York

Join a tour around York to get insider knowledge or experience York from a different point of view.

* denotes a mandatory field
Buy tickets
Journey Details
Journey type
Outward journey
Outward journey time
Return journey
Return journey
Return journey time
Passengers
Passengers

For groups larger than 9 please contact Group Travel.

You must enter at least 1 adult or 1 child passenger
Railcards and discounts
Railcards and Discounts
Railcard numbers cannot exceed the number of passengers
Please select rail card type