York has a lot to offer visitors of every one of ages and inclinations - from historians to party-goers and shoppers to ramblers. Although some of the walls and gates of outstanding York were destroyed in the early nineteenth century, there are still a generous number of Roman remains in the place now, including a ten-sided tower and a meager sections of the original walls. There is no shortage of historical houses either and a stroll through quaint boulevards like The Shambles will take you on a journey through time.

Fairfax House in Castlegate, York is the good-looking Georgian town House in England. Bought in 1760 as a dowry for Anne Fairfax, the only surviving child of Viscount Fairfax, the family turned to York's larger distinguished architect - John Carr - to create the interior. To complement the interior design, superb examples of paintings, silver and glass are distributed through the whole of the house and period displays are arranged in the eating room and kitchen. The ensue is a successful blend of classic style and conservation, to be enjoyed by everyone keen on British birthright.

The Eden Camp contempo history Theme Museum situated on the junction of he A64 and A169 approximately half form between York and Scarborough is well worth a pop in. Housed within an original Prisoner of War camp, you will experience the sights, sounds and even smells of life on both the home front and front line along World War Two. Loaded catering facilities, a drinking house and gift shop are on site and it will be an breathtaking and educational day out for the family. Eden Camp is open seven days a week from 10 am to 5 pm and it is suggested that at slightest four hours is allowed for a crowded pop in to the six acre site. The Ryedale Folk Museum at Hutton-le-Hole, York celebrates the rich endowment of North Yorkshire from the Iron Age roundhouse to the 1950's Post Office and is also a great day out for all ages.

The Courtyard Gallery in Malton is an ideal destination for mod art, crafts and terrific gifts. See exhibitions of paintings, textiles and photography featuring local artists and celestially handcrafted items of jewellery, glass, ceramics, wood, sculpture and greeting cards. While you are in the area, don't miss the opportunity of visiting Sophie Hamilton Pottery at High Marishes just off the A169 between Malton and Pickering. The pottery shop promotes a unique and impressive range of colourful and functional handmade pots which are all made at the pottery and are the perfect special gift for yourself or a friend.

Travel by the North Yorkshire Moors Railway to look up the seaside municipal of Whitby for a traditional British holiday experience. Take a break in the Tea Room at Grosmont Station - a genuine 1950's railway junction - spot fabulous souvenirs in the two Gift Shops, hit the engine sheds and view the locomotives under restoration. Goathland or "Aidensfield" as it is recognized to fans of Yorkshire TV's Heartbeat promotes a refurbished Warehouse Tea Room with authentic furniture and findings, restored coal drops and a cattle dock to recreate the dated North Eastern Railway of 1922. Take time out to be fond of the peace and tranquillity of the 1912-style station of Levisham, which is surrounded by walks and wildlife.

York is a magical mixture of dark ages and cutting-edge, classic and cool, tranquil and trendy. Whatever it is you are looking for, you will locate it in York. An enormous selection of shops, a wide choice of fine dining in restaurants, public houses and cafes, hundreds of chronicled buildings and museums and breathtaking outdoor adventures for the whole family.