York travel guide

York Tourism | York Guide

You're Going to Love York

With a population of 43,718, York is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything York has to offer.

Where to Eat in York

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rockfish Public House (110 N George St Fl 1) and El Serrano Mexican Restaurant Incorporated (3410 E Market St) are great picks.

When to visit York

York in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
York in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to York in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 21.2 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in York, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to York

Plane

Although York doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 16 miles from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 154 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

Although York doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Harrisburg (MDT), which is located 16 miles from York. Philadelphia Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to York departs from Orlando and takes around 2h 14m.

Car

Another option to get to York is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 154 miles from York. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Hertz, among others, in New York.

Bus

York’s bus station is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near York

Airlines serving York

Lufthansa
Good (7,181 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,644 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,833 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,873 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,551 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,670 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (831 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,900 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,235 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,095 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,419 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,338 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,237 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,300 reviews)
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Where to stay in York

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham York and Hampton Inn York.

Where to stay in popular areas of York

Most booked hotels in York

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham York
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 680 reviews)
$80+
Heritage Hills Golf Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 604 reviews)
$161+
Wyndham Garden York
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1040 reviews)
$85+
Wingate by Wyndham York
2 stars
Good (7.9, 931 reviews)
$67+
Bear House Bed and Breakfast
3 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$170+
Inn at York
2 stars
Okay (5.2, 428 reviews)
$67+

Renting a car in York

Renting a car in York costs $55 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in York (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in York is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in York costs $55 per day, on average, or $166 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 14% cheaper than airport locations in York.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in York (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in York is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Mazda Mazda3 or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.