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York Minster
Attraction
4.7 (18552 reviews)
Gothic cathedral with vast stained-glass windows, interactive Undercroft exhibition & tower tours.
Deangate, York YO1 7HH, UK
+44 1904 557200
Did You Know?
Bells of York Minster
York Minster boasts a carillon of 35 bells, including the 'Nelson Chime' and 24 smaller bells added in 2008. This makes it the first cathedral in England to have a carillon.
New Carillon
The carillon at York Minster is the first new carillon in the British Isles in 40 years, and the first hand-played carillon in an English cathedral.
Unique Chapter House
The chapter house at York Minster is octagonal, like many cathedrals, but stands out for having no central column supporting its roof. The innovative wooden roof is light enough to be supported by the buttressed walls.
Organ Pipes
York Minster's organ underwent a £2 million refurbishment project in 2018-2021, involving the removal and restoration of nearly all of its 5,403 pipes.
Highlights from Reviews
• stunning architecture
The Gothic design, soaring towers, intricate stonework, and vast vaulted ceilings are consistently praised as breathtaking and magnificent.
• stained glass
The cathedral houses an unparalleled collection of medieval stained glass, including the famous Great East Window and Five Sisters Window.
• tower views
Climbing the 275 steps to the top of the tower offers panoramic, unforgettable views over York and the surrounding area, making the climb worthwhile.
• informative tours
Knowledgeable, engaging volunteer guides offer tours that bring centuries of history to life, covering architecture and stained glass in an insightful way.
• undercroft museum
The Undercroft Museum and crypt offer a fascinating look at 2,000 years of history, including Roman fortress remains and the development of Christianity.
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