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York Museum Gardens
Free botanical gardens on the riverside in central York, home to the ruins of St Mary's Abbey and fragments of the Roman fortress walls. Lawns make it the easiest picnic spot in the city centre.
📍 York, Yorkshire · YO1 7FR
FreeOutdoorPhoto: Kilnburn (talk) 17:29, 18 August 2009 (UTC)
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Museum Street, York YO1 7FR
- Opening times
- Open daily except 25-26 December and 1 January; daily hours not captured.
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.
What's on near York Museum Gardens
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
Also here
Jorvik Viking CentreMuseumMerchant Adventurers' HallHistoric HouseNational Railway MuseumMuseumYork City WallsLandmarkYork's Chocolate StoryMuseumYorkshire MuseumMuseumPast events here (1)
Most of these come round again — worth looking out for next time.
Make a day of it
York Museum Gardens is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.