Four walk and bike routes in York
8th April 2025
York is home to several gorgeous landscapes, great for a day out walking or biking. Below are four completely walk and bike routes in York!
Rowntree Park
Rowntree’s Park offers gorgeous fields perfect for games and BBQ’s. The heart of Rowntree’s is the Millennium Bridge directly over the River Ouse, a lovely spot for photos.
Location: Terry Ave, York YO23 1JQ
Website: Rowntree Park
Museum Gardens
Museum Gardens offers beautiful botanical gardens for picnics, amazing flower beds, and has the stunning ruins of St Marys Abbey adjacent to the River Ouse.
Location: Museum St, York YO1 7FR
Website: Museum Gardens
City Walls
Of course, there is also the famous City Walls surrounding the York City Centre. Spreading out two miles, York has more miles of intact wall than any other city in England. This is a perfect walk location and offers some great views of the city including The Minster.
Location: York YO1 7LJ
Website: City Walls
Six Mile Bike Ride
Fancy a bike ride? Why not ride around the Solar System! This cycle route is a scale model, starting with the sun. The journey is a 6 mile off road route, almost entirely traffic free.
Location: Join the Solar Path at the right hand, far side of the railway bridge (signposted)
Website: Bike Route
Enjoy these walk and bike routes in York perfect for a friend and family day out!