YorkFree things to do in York
17 places in York you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.
Free landmarks & monuments in York
- Baile Hill
- Boer War Memorial
- Dick Turpin's grave
- Fulford Cross
- Groupes Lourds
- Hob Stone
- Lamel Hill Battery
- Leeman Road District War Memorial
- Queen Victoria
- Railway Workers War Memorial
- War Memorial
Free parks & viewpoints in York
- Acaster South Ings SSSI
- Askham Bog
- Dean's Park
- Hull Road ParkOpen 24/7
- Rowntree ParkMon–Fri 09:00-22:00 · Sat–Sun 08:00-22:00
When museums in United Kingdom open free entry
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Free & cheap tours in York
A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.
Tickets for attractions in York, booking ahead skips the queue.
Answers to your questions
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Sources: Places & entry fee: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), auto-checked