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National Railway Museum, Leeman Road, York. 01904 621261. From
Stephenson's Rocket to Eurostar, rail travel is brought dramatically
to life with interactive displays and lavish exhibitions. www.nrm.org.uk.
In the centre of York.
Jorvik Viking Centre,
Coppergate, York. Tel: 01904 643211. Journey back 1,000 years
and experience Jorvik, its atmosphere, sounds and smells. See
actual Viking timber houses and hundreds of artefacts from excavations.
www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk. In the centre of York.
York Dungeon, 12 Clifford Street, York. Tel: 01904 632599. Take
a spine tingling tour round the plague-ravaged streets of 14th
century York in the company of grisly guides. Plot with Guy Fawkes
and follow Dick Turpin to the gallows! In the centre of York.
Clifford's Tower is all
that remains of York Castle. It houses a Memorial plaque reminding
visitors of the massacre of Jews in 1190. There is a nominal
charge for admission. Nearby is York Castle Museum. In the centre
of York.
Shambles is a medieval street in York with an interesting past.
In some places the street is so narrow that if you stand with
arms outstretched you can touch the houses on both sides. It
is now a popular shopping area. In the centre of York.
York City Walls. York
is proud of its Roman city walls, many of which have been rebuilt
through time. Most of the walls date back to the 12th to the
14th century. The gatehouse at Micklegate Bar marks the main
entrance to the city. Walking the walls of York is a popular
activity for visitors, and also with local residents. In the
centre of York.
Jorvik Glass, Castle Howard, York, North Yorkshire, YO60 7DA.
Jorvik Glass produces hand blown glass ornaments including artglass
vases, paperweights, glasses, perfume bottles & plates. Jorvik
Glass is situated in the magnificent grounds of Castle Howard.
Tel: 01653 648555. www.jorvikglass.co.uk..About 15 miles north
of York.
Castle Howard, York, North
Yorkshire YO60 7DA Tel: 01653 648 444. One of the country's finest
tourist attractions, Castle Howard is one of the most beautiful
historic houses in England. This 18th century palace has unique
collections of statuary, furniture, ceramics and paintings surrounded
by a breathtaking mix of sweeping grounds and spectacular gardens.
www.castlehoward.co.uk. About 14 miles northeast of York.
Creepy Crawlies, The Arena, Cliftongate Business Park, Wigginton
Road, York. YO32 2RH. Tel: 01904 692221. Creepy Crawlies, the
adventure play site in York, has expanded a state-of-the-art
natural outdoor play area. The site which is one of the largest
Children's play areas in North Yorkshire has developed a reputation
in the area for providing a rich and varied range of children's
activities on its sitewww.creepy-crawlies.co.uk. About 15 miles
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