Premier Inn York

York is Britain’s chocolate capital, with a long history in confectionary which continues to this day - both the Kit Kat and the Chocolate Orange being its most famous exports. Take the York Chocolate Trail by picking up a map at the visitor information centre - it takes you on a walk around the city’s best confectioners. Final stop on the Trail is York’s Chocolate Story, an interactive museum that gives a fascinating glimpse into York’s chocolate making past (and lots of opportunities for tasting).

York is special for its rich history, medieval architecture and well-preserved city walls. It’s home to York Minster, one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Europe, and offers charming, cobbled streets like the Shambles which date back to the 14th century.

The best time to visit York is during spring (April to June) or autumn (September to October) when the weather is mild and the city is less crowded, allowing for more enjoyable sightseeing.

York is famous for its Viking history, medieval streets, York Minster, the Shambles and being one of England’s most historic cities. It’s also known for its role in Roman and Norman history and for having one of the most complete medieval city walls in England.

Harry Potter was not directly filmed in York, but the Shambles in York is widely believed to have inspired Diagon Alley in the films. Its narrow, crooked buildings and magical atmosphere attract many Harry Potter fans each year.

Yes! York is famous for several foods, especially Yorkshire pudding, which originates from the region. It's also known for chocolate—York was historically home to major chocolate companies like Rowntree's and Terry's—and for local specialties like York ham and Parkin cake.