St Mary's Abbey, <em>England</em>
England

St Mary's Abbey, England

About St Mary's Abbey

The ruins of St. Mary's Abbey are one of the popular tourist places to visit in York. Built-in 1260, the abbey has been the most powerful and wealthiest abbey in Northern England. Although currently in ruins, you would enjoy visiting the place to enjoy its picturesque landscape and spend some time in its tranquil atmosphere. 

While exploring the ruins, take a look at the north and west walls of the abbey which you will find in the Museum Gardens. You will also be able to inspect the walls of the nave and crossing of the abbey church, as well as the cloister. Other important areas of this ruin are the Pilgrims' Hospitium, the West Gate, the 14th-century timber-framed Abbot's House, etc.

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Day Wise Timings

St Mary's Abbey opening hours through the week.

Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday10:00 – 16:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

St Mary's Abbey Highlights

• Visit the ruins of St. Mary's Abbey popular for its tranquil atmosphere and beautiful landscape.
• Explore the ruins and take a look at the north and west walls of the abbey located in the Museum Gardens.
• Inspect other important areas of the ruins such as the Pilgrims' Hospitium, the West Gate, the 14th-century timber-framed Abbot's House, etc.
• Visit the area where you will be able to observe the walls of the nave and crossing of the abbey church, as well as the cloister. 

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