York Exhibition Square
North YorkshireCity & CultureMajor Landmarks
Key info
CategoryCity & Culture
Always open
North Yorkshire
YO1 7AS
About this attraction
About York Exhibition Square
Exhibition Square lies at the heart of York's cultural quarter, flanked by major institutions including the City Art Gallery, the York Theatre Royal, and the York Central Library. The square itself is a pleasant open space where locals and visitors gather, often hosting seasonal events and performances.
The square serves as a natural hub on any York tour. Its position on the city circuit makes it an ideal starting or stopping point, with easy access to the nearby city walls and the medieval heart of York. The surrounding architecture reflects various periods of York's development, from Georgian townhouses to Victorian institutional buildings.
Location
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Getting here
Scenic routes that pass nearby
Hop on any of these for a scenic ride to York Exhibition Square.
- BUSDuration3 hours and 25 minutesFrequencyEvery 2 hoursNearest stopRougier Street · 8 min walk
- BUSDuration2 hours, 18 minutesFrequencyEvery 30 minutesNearest stopRougier Street · 8 min walk
- BUSDurationAbout 1 hour for the full circuitFrequencyEvery 20 minutes during the main seasonNearest stopExhibition Square · 1 min walk
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