Harrogate: Gateway to the Dales

York is reputedly one of the most intriguing cities in England, no other English city offers the layers of history, beauty and sheer diversity of York. The superbly preserved walled city has witnessed more than 2000 years of vibrant history. Combine this with quaint tea- shops, bustling shopping streets, the brightest bars and cafes and award winning attractions and you've got the perfect holiday destination.

Award-winning attractions are thick under foot in York. With over 30 museums, galleries and tours to choose from in its compact centre, England's Finest Historic City has something for everyone whatever the time of year. Highlights include the largest Gothic cathedral in northern Europe, the magnificent Minster, the National Railway Museum- the largest railway museum in the world, the Castle Museum with its perfectly recreated Victorian and Edwardian streets, the terrifying York Dungeon and the new £5 million Jorvik attraction, which 'flies' you through time.