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York Attractions & Points of Interest
A simple walk through downtown York is an incredible journey. In a few blocks, you'll encounter three centuries of American history and learn the stories of immigrant pioneers, Revolutionary War soldiers, 19th-century farmers, and modern-day craftspeople. You'll get to know the fascinating lives of military heroes, business tycoons and factory workers. You'll admire a beautifully preserved downtown and meet friendly Yorkers along the way.
Visiting historic downtown York with its easy access, abundant parking, broad sidewalks, and helpful signs is a snap. But that's York, a place where a simple and convenient visit turns out to be an unforgettable experience.
- Agricultural & Industrial Museum of York County
217 W. Princess St.
(717) 846-6452
Collection reflects rich agricultural heritage of York County.- Bonham House
152 E. Market St.
(717) 848-1587
Victorian townhouse once owned by artist Horace Bonham.- Central Market House
W. Philadelphia & N. Beaver Sts.
717-848-2243.
Century-old farmers market.
http://www.centralmarketyork.com/- Farmer's Market
380 W. Market St.
(717) 848-1402
Opened in 1866, York's oldest, operating market.- Fire Museum of York County
757 W. Market St.
(717) 843-0464
Two centuries of firefighting equipment on display.- Golden Plough Tavern; General Horatio Gates House; Barnett Bobb Log Home
157 W. Market St.
(717) 845-2951.
Eighteenth Century museum complex including York's oldest building.- Martin Library
159 E. Market St.
(717) 846-5300
York's historic downtown library with Internet access.
www.yorklibraries.org- Murals of York
(717) 812-0722
- Police Heritage Museum
54 W. Market St.
(717) 845-COPS
Displaying 250 years of law enforcement history.- Strand Capitol Performing Arts Center
50 N. George St.
(717) 846-1111
Concerts, plays, shows and films, call for information.
www.strandcapitol.org- The Historical Society of York County Museum & Library
250 E. Market St.
(717) 848-1587
York's finest museum, genealogical library and historic sites.- Visitors Center
149 W. Market St.
(717) 669-4430
Open 7days. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.- York County Colonial Courthouse
205 W. Market St.
(717) 845-2951
Continental Congress adopted Articles of Confederation here in 1777.- York County Convention & Visitors Bureau
One Market Way East
(717) 848-4000
Promoting York's attractions, restaurants and accommodations.
www.yorkpa.org- York Imperial Tour & Convention Coordinators
149 W. Market St.
(717) 755-0349
Guided downtown tours for groups, seminars and conventions.- Susan P. Byrnes Health Education Center
515 South George St.
(717) 848-3064
Interactive health education programs for children and adults.
www.byrneshec.com
