Musea in York

York's Museums & Galleries

York's heritage spans from the Viking age at the Jorvik Viking Centre to the industrial era at the National Railway Museum. Explore reconstructed medieval life at Barley Hall and the Merchant Adventurers' Hall, or visit historic gatehouses along the city walls. The Yorkshire Museum houses significant archaeological and geological collections, while York Castle Museum occupies the site of a former prison. The city's confectionery legacy is preserved at York's Chocolate Story, detailing the history of local brands like Rowntree’s and Terry’s.