How To Reach York Castle Museum (York) In 2026 - 2027

Getting to York Castle Museum, York, United Kingdom

Welcome to York, a city rich in history and culture. York Castle Museum is one of the city's premier attractions, providing visitors with a glimpse into the past with its recreated Victorian street, exhibitions on historic life, and artifacts from different eras. Reaching the York Castle Museum is quite straightforward whether you're traveling by car, train, or bus.

By Car

If you're driving to York Castle Museum, use the following address for your satellite navigation system:

York Castle Museum,
Eye of York,
York, YO1 9RY

Parking can be found at several city centre car parks, with the nearest ones being:

• Castle Car Park (Castle Mills), Tower Street, York, YO1 9SA
• St George’s Field Car Park, Castle Mills Bridge, York, YO10 4AB

Please note parking is pay-and-display, and the museum is within walking distance from these car parks.

By Train

The museum is a short walk from York Railway Station. Once you arrive at the station, head southeast on Station Rd/Station Rise toward Queen St. Continue to follow Station Rd. Turn left onto Rougier St, right onto George Hudson St, left onto Bridge St. Continue onto Ouse Bridge. Turn right onto Coppergate, then turn left onto Castlegate. The museum will be on your right.

By Bus

York is served by an extensive bus network. Many buses stop in the city centre, which is only a short walk away from the museum. Look for stops on Clifford Street or Tower Street, both of which are nearby. You can use the York Bus Route Planner or York's Park & Ride services which are very convenient and reduce congestion in the city center.

On Foot

If you’re already in the city center, York Castle Museum is easily reached on foot. From York Minster, walk south down St. Helen's Square and Coney Street, cross Ouse Bridge, then turn left onto Castlegate where the museum will be on your right-hand side. The walk takes approximately 10-15 minutes.

Accessibility

The museum is accessible to wheelchair users and there are lifts to all public areas. If you have any special requirements or need further assistance, it is recommended to contact the museum ahead of your visit.

For more detailed and up-to-date information on getting to York Castle Museum, visit their official website or contact their visitor information center.