This attractive and highly informative Insight Compact Guide is all you will need to make the most of your visit to the ancient city of York. The major sights and attractions, such as Castle Howard, the Jorvik Viking Centre, the National Railway Museum and the medieval streets of the Shambles are detailed in an easy-to-read format. Places of interest are cross-referenced on detailed full-colour maps throughout the guide, allowing you to tailor your chosen routes exactly to the places you most want to visit and an additional map with page references can be found inside the front cover, enabling easy navigation.Full-colour photographs throughout the guide provide a visual introduction to the city and enable you to recognise sights and attractions whilst out and about. As a reliable guide to what is recognised as one of the most historical cities of Britain, it provides information on the historical highlights throughout the ages, and further information on local culture and heritage. This guide also contains practical tips on transport and accommodation for all budgets. Small in size but big on detail, this guide is both durable and ultra-portable, so it can go, wherever you go.