While you could search for places to go on your own, this guide offers curated context and ready-made itineraries along a recommended journey—so you don’t have to second-guess or piece everything together yourself. • York – Wander the medieval city walls, tour York Minster, stroll the Shambles, explore Viking history at Jorvik, and enjoy river cruises through this historic city • Howardian Hills – Discover an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, home to sweeping views and the grand Castle Howard • Whitby – Enjoy harbour life, coastal charm, and fish and chips • Whitby Abbey – Visit the haunting clifftop ruins that inspired Dracula and overlook the dramatic North Sea • Robin Hood’s Bay & Staithes – Explore cobbled streets, smugglers’ tales, and clifftop paths • Scarborough – A traditional seaside town with two sweeping bays, a hilltop castle, and classic amusements • Yorkshire Coast – Find hidden coves, colourful villages, and trails along dramatic cliffs • North York Moors – Drive through vast moorlands and stop at steam railway towns like Grosmont and pretty villages like Thornton-le-Dale • Historic Sites – Explore ruined abbeys, grand estates, and priory remains