York has a lot to offer tourists of all ages and inclinations - from historians to party-goers and shoppers to ramblers. Although some of the walls and gates of extraordinary York were destroyed in the early nineteenth century, there are still a big number of Roman remains in the metropolis now, including a ten-sided tower and a not many sections of the original walls. There is no shortage of documented architecture either and a stroll through quaint roads like The Shambles will take you on a journey through time.

Castle Howard is posted 15 miles north east of York, just off the A64. The magnificent house has a charming 18th century Walled Garden and 1,000 acres of gardens offering breathtaking views towards the North York Moors and Yorkshire Wolds. Free guided outdoor tours take home daily between March and October revealing the secrets of the gardens and the architecture. Castle Howard also offers six unique shops - an award-winning farm shop, chocolate shop, plant middle, a bookshop and two gift shops - as well as a restaurant and cafe.

Relaxing horse and pony trekking is available from Trek and Trail in Staintondale. Scenic trails along moors and coast, as well as picnic and speciality rides could be booked by individuals or groups. Snainton Riding middle in Snainton is a traditional riding school set in foxy countryside. Having been established for nearly 40 years, the school braggadocios qualified instructions, exceptional facilities and well-educated horses. If you would prefer to explore by bike or boat, contact Purple Mountain Bike middle & Cafe in Dalby Forest on 01751 410011 for bike hire or Wavescene Marine Ltd of Scarborough on 01723 374400 for sea fishing, coastal cruises and commercial or corporate boat charters.

Forget one-convention systems, extortionate parking charges and tedious traffic jams! Head for Monks Cross Shopping Park or Clifton Moor Retail Park, both easily accessible from the A1237 York Outer Ring Road. All major High Street stores are represented there, including Marks & Spencer, Boots, Monsoon, Clarks, Top Shop, New Look, Next, River Island, W H Smith, BHS, PC World, Dunelm Mill, Wilkinson's, Wickes, Tesco's, Matalan, Roseby's, Pets at Home and Argos. There are also multitudinous restaurants, cafes, distraction complexes and fitness centres to choose from. Thousands of free parking bays and late night shopping will help to make a trip to Monks Cross or Clifton Moor a cheer and fruitful experience for the whole family.

Gain from the multitudinous Park & Ride opportunities around York - Rawcliffe drinking house (Clifton Moor), Monks Cross (Huntington), Grimston drinking house (Hull Road), Askham public house (Tadcaster Road) or McArthur Glen Designer Outlet. Scarborough also offers four Park & Ride places offering high fine buses which get you to the seafront and town centre in a matter of minutes. An entrancing alternative is to use the Moorsbus network to relax and be fond of the beauty of the North York Moors National Park, its idyllic villages and seduction.

There is something for everyone in York - from notable constructed dwellings and fine gardens to impelling outdoor events and award-winning restaurants and no matter where you go in York, you are bound to present a esteemed day out, whatever the weather!

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