Advantages: Wonderful city with lots to see Disadvantages: expensive to park in the centre
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Getting around in York, which is what this op is supposed to be about - is easy if you are prepared to walk . The centre is compact but I would say that it isn't particulerly disabled friendly. Go and see for yourself but remember to buy a map and walk down the tiny narrow streets that are the old fashioned buildings that are the essence of York. ...
ginger59 06.07.2003
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Advantages: Fantastic city! So much to visit! Disadvantages: I love the place, can't think of any - maybe all the bikes if you're driving
Firstly, I should explain that I am very biased. I love York, ( I lived there for three years) but the review is of "getting around in York" so I'll stick to that to avoid sounding like a lovestruck teenager (ok, I know, but it really is a fab place). Methods of transport:
FOOT
An obvious method but also a very good one. The city centre is quite compact and most attractions are within walking distance. Not only that but the city is beautiful and ... ...buildings and more if you use this method.
Something really worth doing is to walk the city walls. If you do them all could take up to an hour. Why not take a picnic and sit overlooking the Minster and the lawns.
BIKE
Sorry, this has to come second, but York is a cyclists mecca. I once heard that it is the place in the UK where most people commute to work by bike - apparently a quarter of people use a bike. I'm not sure if this is verified but ...
pinkpoodle 08.03.2004
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Advantages: Small Area and plenty of attractions Disadvantages: can be very crowded in summer
Getting around York is easy on foot and disabled people should find it easier than a few years ago, although they still acbnt get around the city walls. There is a bus service in York but you shouldn't need to use one unless staying outsideneed to use one unless your hotel is outwith the centrre or you are staying at the Youth Hostel.
Thers are lots of Snickleways (Alleys) that can be fun exploring and take you to new places that you haven't been ...
yorkhibs 18.10.2008
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Advantages: A city with an amazing atmosphere and character Disadvantages: Expensive Parking
What can I say that hasn't been said already? York is a city steeped in history and folklore. There is so much to see and do, from ghost walks to wandering around the city walls....or simply walking around the city soaking up the atmosphere. I'm not a city lover normally, tend to think of them as overcrowed, noisy unfriendly places, however York is different. The city centre has a lot of paved areas, making it a pleasure to walk around. There always ... ...visited the city. I've seen street performers which always attract a eager crowd and this week until Saturday theres an open air food festival on where you can both sample local and european produce and also buy whats on display.
I've been known to wander around aimlessly, perfectly content with seeing the sights and drinking in the atmosphere. I have to say that no description of York would be complete without mentioning York Minster which is breathtakingly ...
missjiggy23 27.09.2006
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