Airden House, York

Advantages: Very interesting, lots to see, great cafe, beautiful garden
Disadvantages: None

...I went to visit the Treasurer's House on a rainy day in York, mainly to get out of the rain. I didn't have anywhere near enough time to see everything in the house, as I had arranged to meet family afterwards. I will definitely be going back. The Treasurer's House is a 17th and 18th century mansion house in the centre of York, just round the corner from the York Minster. It was originally home to the treasurers of York and was built on a Roman road. It was bought by wealthy local industrialist Frank Green and restored between 1897 and 1930. It was the first house ever to be given to the National Trust complete with a significant collection. The house is a mixture of period settings, incorporating features from different historical periods, all created by one man. Each room is decorated in a different historic style. Also... Read review

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Advantages: Decoration and food
Disadvantages: Out of center and main shopping areas.

...This guest house is located about 25 to 30 min. far from city center (by taxi) but its location has some advantages. Not far you may find the Old Art Museum and district of Lapa - one of the most elegant districts in town. 10 min walking you can also find The Docks, recentely rebuilded zone on river bord, plenty of restaurants, bars, coffee houses and other eat/drink locations. York House is a small romantic place, with garden and nice views over the town and river. Its decoration is discret but elegant - old fashion - with a very special atmosphere. The rooms are comfortable and some have very nice views. The food is delicious - even famous in certain gastronomic circles - and the service also good. This hotel is ideal for medium/long stays (more than a week) and depending on your preferences can also give you a familiar ambiance.... Read review

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Advantages: Beautiful architecture, lots of culture, good pubs, loads to do, nice bars
Disadvantages: Very crowded in summer, can be v.rough at night, not great for clubbing

..., and is well worth going on - it is 54 metres high (almost as high as the Minster but without the stairs!) and on a sunny day, you get amazing views over York. Adults go for £6, children for £4. You can also book a private pod for £44, or a VIP pod with a glass of champagne for £65 (this would be great for a special occasion, I'm trying to think of excuse to do that!) Castle Museum Another fantastic, entertaining interactive museum, attractions include reconstructed Victorian and Edwardian street scenes, (with a super-cute, old-fashioned sweet shop and Post Office!) The displays include beautiful Victorian dolls houses, a chocolate exhibit, and a Saxon helmet uncovered in the Jorvik dig, (which was almost crushed by a digger!) A good all-round family attraction. Tel: 01904 653611 www.york.castle.museum York Dungeons Please see my... Read review

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