Richard III Experience at Monk Bar, York

Name: Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
Address: York, United Kingdom

#175 among attractions in York

Museum, History museum

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The Richard III Experience at Monk Bar is located in Monk Bar, the tallest of the four gatehouses in the historical city walls of York, England. It describes the life of Richard III, the last king of the Plantagenet dynasty. ()

Coordinates: 53°57'29"N, 1°4'57"W

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GuildhallYork United Kingdom

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Day trips

Richard III Experience at Monk Bar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spurriergate Centre, Coppergate Shopping Centre, Jorvik Viking Centre, Fairfax House.

~70 ftSW
Church
Spurriergate Centre, York
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of York, the Spurriergate Centre carries the legacy of a historical building repurposed to serve the modern community. The edifice, formerly known as St Michael's Church, Spurriergate, has roots that stretch back to the medieval era, with the...
~420 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Coppergate Shopping Centre, York
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of York, Coppergate Shopping Centre offers a unique blend of retail and heritage to locals and visitors alike. This bustling hub of commerce is set against the backdrop of one of the United Kingdom's most picturesque medieval...
~520 ftSE
Time capsule-style Viking attraction
Jorvik Viking Centre, York
3 min walk • Delving into the depths of York's historical roots, the Jorvik Viking Centre stands as a testament to the city's rich Norse heritage. Established on the site of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in England, this museum offers an immersive...
~710 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Fairfax House, York
4 min walk • Fairfax House, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of York, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the splendor of 18th-century architecture and design. This exquisite Georgian townhouse, now operating as a museum, transports visitors back to the grandeur of the city's...
~730 ftNE
Church, Historical place
St Crux Church, York
4 min walk • St Crux Church, located in the heart of York, United Kingdom, is a historic site that has stood as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage. This ancient church, which was once one of the city's largest parish churches, has a history that stretches back to the...
~710 ftN
Museum, Nightlife, Bars and clubs
Roman Bath, York
4 min walk • The Roman Bath is a public house in St Sampson's Square, in the city of York, in England. It is built above an ancient Roman bath house. The remains were uncovered during building work when the present pub was erected in 1929–31 replacing an inn. The exterior has Tudor Revival features including applied half-timbering.
~700 ftNE
Church, Gothic architecture
St Sampson's Church, York
4 min walk • St Sampson's Church lies on Church Street, in the city centre of York, in England. It lies on Church Street, near St Sampson's Square.
~710 ftNE
Neighbourhood, Street, Architecture
The Shambles, York
4 min walk • The Shambles is an old street in York, England, with overhanging timber-framed buildings, some dating back as far as the fourteenth century. It was once known as The Great Flesh Shambles, probably from the Anglo-Saxon Fleshammels, the word for the shelves that butchers used to display their meat.
~600 ftN
Square
St Sampson's Square, York
3 min walk • St Sampson's Square is an open space, and former marketplace, in the city centre of York, England.
~490 ftE
Church, Architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Pavement Vaults, York
3 min walk • All Saints’ Church, Pavement, York is a Grade I listed parish church in the Church of England in York. Services are from the Book of Common Prayer.
~330 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater, Art Nouveau architecture
Grand Opera House, York
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Richard III Experience at Monk Bar?

Nearby attractions include DIG: an archaeological adventure, York (1 min walk), Henry VII Experience at Micklegate Bar, York (1 min walk), Spurriergate, York (1 min walk), Spurriergate Centre, York (1 min walk).

How to get to Richard III Experience at Monk Bar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Richard III Experience at Monk Bar:

Bus

Low Ousegate • Lines: 10 (1 min walk)
Clifford Street • Lines: 66 (3 min walk)

Train

York (12 min walk)