York Minster

• 4 out of 5 stars by Joy S from Manchester, England, United Kingdom
• October 4, 2011

Quote: York Minster is one of the great cathedrals of the world - a true must see if you are in this area. It is also one of England's most important historical sights. It is the seat of the Archbishop of York and home to countless treasures. An... Read the full York Minster review

From journal Short Break in York

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The Gothic Heart of York

• 5 out of 5 stars by RLB2 from Scarborough, England, United Kingdom
• August 23, 2011

Quote: York Minster is the huge gothic cathedral in the centre of York. It is the seat of the Archbishop of York, the second highest office in the Church of England. It is the second largest gothic cathedral in northern Europe and began it's life in York... Read the full York Minster review

From journal Historical York

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York Minster

• 5 out of 5 stars by Drever from Ayr, Scotland, United Kingdom
• June 13, 2011

Quote: The size of York Minister and its architecture are striking. It's over 500 feet wide and has a central tower almost 200 feet high. While you are looking around the Minster bear in mind it took over 250 years to complete and the only tools they had... Read the full York Minster review

From journal Exploring Historic York

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York Minster - the Heart and Soul of York

• 5 out of 5 stars by happysh2009 from Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom
• November 20, 2009

Quote: Advantages: magnificent architecture reflecting over a thousand years of history and religion.Disadvantages: none that I can see.As the King George VI said "The history of York is the history of England. I don’t know how right he was, but I would... Read the full York Minster review

From journal Five places I have visited in York

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A Peaceful Few Hours

• 4 out of 5 stars by Fiver29 from Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom
• September 21, 2009

Quote: York Minster is a Christian church in York. It was at one point a Catholic church, but became part of the Church of England after Henry VIII broke away from the church way back in 1534.As well as being a tourist attraction this is also a working... Read the full York Minster review

From journal A Few Days in Yorkshire

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York Minster

• 5 out of 5 stars by debmercury from Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
• September 10, 2009

Quote: I love york and whenever possible go for a weekend. Whilst there I always visit York Minster and usually stay in an Inn a few feet away directly facing the Minster. The first thing that strikes you is the size of it and the fabulous architecture... Read the full York Minster review

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York Minster Is the Number One Site in York

• 5 out of 5 stars by NiceGinna from Evanston, Illinois
• April 4, 2009

Quote: We found the Minster and entered (9 pounds for the 2 of us! - whew: $18!). It's huge - the largest medieval Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe - and impressive, but not that different from others we've seen. It's a cathedral because it's where the... Read the full York Minster review

From journal Three Busy Weeks or So in the United Kingdom

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York Minster Review

• 5 out of 5 stars by BriDee from Dundee, United Kingdom
• September 7, 2008

Quote: As a previous reviewer wrote what is the point of coming to York and not visit the Minster. I didn't grudge the entry fee to see inside this fascinating architectural masterpiece. i wasn't disappointed. The only grump is that when you clinb the... Read the full York Minster review

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York Minster

• 5 out of 5 stars by Red Mezz from Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom
• June 25, 2007

Quote: I got on a train to York with only one true intention in mind - to photograph York Minster. I'd seen friend’s photos of the building, and heard many people say what an incredible structure it was, and was eager to see for myself. Even so, I was a... Read the full York Minster review

From journal In the Footsteps of the Romans and the Vikings...

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York Minster

• 5 out of 5 stars by airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
• August 27, 2006

Quote: This famous cathedral is a splendid example of Gothic architecture and is often described as one of the finest cathedrals in the world. Open 9am to 5pm Monday thru Saturday and afternoons on Sunday, York Minster is a must-see while visiting Northern... Read the full York Minster review

From journal York, England - A Winter Wonderland

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