Getting Here
The Minster Quarter is set in the heart of the city of York. With the backdrop of the impressive York Minster, the Minster Quarter is home to a range of unique shops, restaurants and attractions.
By Road
From A19 (Thirsk)
At the roundabout with A1237 (Outer Ring Road), take the second exit and follow directions for the city centre (about two and a half miles). At Bootham Bar traffic lights turn left into Gillygate. You are in the Minster Quarter!
From A19 (Selby)
Beyond Fulford Barracks, fork right into Cemetery Road following directions for the District Hospital. When the city walls are directly ahead, turn right and follow the Inner Ring Road signs to Lord Mayor’s Walk. You are in the Minster Quarter!
From A64 (Leeds)
Fork left onto the A1036 (signposted York West). Continue into the centre for about 3 miles. At the traffic lights immediately after the Odeon cinema, turn left and follow the Inner Ring Road signs past the station. After crossing the river turn left at the traffic lights. You are in the Minster Quarter!
From A64 (Scarborough)
At the roundabout with A1237 take the second exit. At the next roundabout take the first exit onto Malton Road, then the second exit at the next roundabout. At the next roundabout take the third exit onto Heworth Green. Take the second exit at the next roundabout onto Monkgate. At the traffic lights turn right into Lord Mayor’s Walk. You are in the Minster Quarter!
From A59 (Harrogate)
At the roundabout with A1237, turn left onto the Outer Ring Road. Continue to the roundabout with the A19 and turn right. Follow directions as above for A19 Thirsk.
From A1079 (Hull)
Drive towards the city centre, turning right at Walmgate Bar traffic lights. Follow the Inner Ring Road signs to Lord Mayor’s Walk. You are in the Minster Quarter!
By Rail
York is situated on the main East Coat rail line with good rail links between London and Edinburgh.
The Minster Quarter is approximately 15 minute walk from the City Railway Station.
Car Parking
There are three public car parks
Bootham Row which is a short stay (off Bootham) YO30 7BP
Monk Bar (on St John’s St –off Lord Mayor’s Walk) YO31 7QR
Union Terrace (on Clarence St. just a few minutes walk from the QUARTER)
YO31 7ES
Minster Quarter Trail
Download our trail map
Take our Trail from Constantine's Statue to St Michael Belfry.
Staying Here
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All our recommended hotels are ideally placed for visiting Minster Quarter.