Whitby is a picturesque town on the north coast of Yorkshire, England. Famous as the home town of Captain James Cook (world explorer) and the place where according to Bram Stoker's novel, Dracula landed in England, Whitby attracts millions of visitors each year for its heady mix of scenery, seaside historical heritage and fish and chips. Whitby is also home to "Whitby Lucky Ducks" glass ducks believed to bring luck to the owner.
A lovely and lively town. Cheap accommodation at the YHA hostel near the Abbey's ruins. Beautiful beaches.
- Pannett Art Gallery & Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, YO21 1RE, +44 1947 600933. M: Closed, Tu-Su: 9:30AM-4:30PM.
- Whitby Abbey, Abbey Lane, YO22 4JT, +44 1947 603568. adults £6.40, children £3.80, concessions £5.80.
- Captain Cook Museum.
- Whitby Lifeboat Museum.
- St. Mary's Church & Churchyard.
- 1/3rd Scale HM Bark Endeavour Replica.
- The Mary Anne Hepworth.
- Thomas Paylor. The Whitby Guide is Whitby's definitive guide to Whitby Accommodation, Whitby Restaurants, Whitby Events. The complete guide to Whitby, North Yorkshire
- Robin Hood's Bay. small fishing village and a bay
Pannett Art Gallery & Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, YO21 1RE, +44 1947 600933. M: Closed, Tu-Su: 9:30AM-4:30PM.
Whitby Abbey, Abbey Lane, YO22 4JT, +44 1947 603568. adults £6.40, children £3.80, concessions £5.80.
- The 199 Steps up to Whitby Abbey.
Whitby Abbey, Abbey Lane, YO22 4JT, +44 1947 603568. adults £6.40, children £3.80, concessions £5.80.
- The 199 Steps up to Whitby Abbey.
Captain Cook Museum.
Whitby Lifeboat Museum.
St. Mary's Church & Churchyard.
1/3rd Scale HM Bark Endeavour Replica.
The Mary Anne Hepworth.
Thomas Paylor. The Whitby Guide is Whitby's definitive guide to Whitby Accommodation, Whitby Restaurants, Whitby Events. The complete guide to Whitby, North Yorkshire
Robin Hood's Bay. small fishing village and a bay
Ghost walks- Whitby abbey and the town itself has a long history. There are many haunted sites so be sure to go on one of the guided ghost walks. Warning: the old town is a creepy place after dark and not for the faint hearted. Many strange, unnerving "incidents" have been reported and something not entirely benign clings to the ancient alleyways and yards. Enjoy the ghost tours by all means, but be careful what you meddle with in Whitby.
Dracula experience - walk through a tunnel modified like Dracula's Castle. 'look out for vampires'
199 steps - if you have the energy climb the 199 steps from town up to St Marys church and the Abbey. The view is good. Especially good after dark, but watch out for the big black dog.
Climb the old lighthouse - the taller of the two 19th century lighthouses flanking the harbour entrance is open to visitors in the busier part of the year for great views along the coast and back into the town.
- Donkey Rides on the Beach. Kids enjoy the donkey rides on the beach on the west side of the harbour, available during the day, other than at high tide.
- North Yorkshire Moors Railway, +44 1751 472508. Heritage steam railway which runs from Pickering to Grosmont with some trains running to Whitby
Donkey Rides on the Beach. Kids enjoy the donkey rides on the beach on the west side of the harbour, available during the day, other than at high tide.
North Yorkshire Moors Railway, +44 1751 472508. Heritage steam railway which runs from Pickering to Grosmont with some trains running to Whitby
- The Quayside, 7 Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3PU, +44 1947 825346. The 'Quayside' fishshop is the place to eat in Whitby. Great views, great decor in the cafe and take-away and wonderful food
- Duke of York, Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DE (At the base of the Abbey Steps in Church Street. Food service: Noon till 9pm. Pub, good food and accommodation.
- Humble Pie 'n' Mash, 163 Church Street Whitby North Yorkshire England YO22 4AS, Whitby, England, +44 7919 074 954. 12:30 - 8:30. If you like pies, you will love the Humble Pie 'n' Mash. The best meal in Whitby for the price. £4.99.
- Whitby is also famous for its kippers. You can see the smokery at Fortune's, along past the Abbey steps on Henrietta Street.
The Quayside, 7 Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3PU, +44 1947 825346. The 'Quayside' fishshop is the place to eat in Whitby. Great views, great decor in the cafe and take-away and wonderful food
Duke of York, Church Street, Whitby, YO22 4DE (At the base of the Abbey Steps in Church Street. Food service: Noon till 9pm. Pub, good food and accommodation.
Humble Pie 'n' Mash, 163 Church Street Whitby North Yorkshire England YO22 4AS, Whitby, England, +44 7919 074 954. 12:30 - 8:30. If you like pies, you will love the Humble Pie 'n' Mash. The best meal in Whitby for the price. £4.99.
Whitby is also famous for its kippers. You can see the smokery at Fortune's, along past the Abbey steps on Henrietta Street.
Whitby has a plethora of pubs serving a range of local and national ales and stouts.
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