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Clifford's TowervsYork Castle Museum
Both are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, York Castle Museum is preferred by most reviewers compared to Clifford's Tower. York Castle Museum comes in at #4 in York with approval from 4 publications such as Fodor's, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Clifford's Tower
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
The Guardian
Frommer's
Tower St, York YO1 9RY
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Fodor's "This rather battered-looking keep at the top of a steep mound is all that remains of the old York castle." Full review
Lonely Planet "There's precious little left of York Castle except for this evocative stone tower." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"Clifford Tower was built in the 13C by Henry III to replace the wooden fort of William the Conqueror - this was burnt down in 1190 by the people who besieged the Jews who had take refuge inside." Full review
The Guardian "Aerial walkways will replace the lost first floor and open up rooms hidden for centuries. The spiral staircases and the chapel are also accessible again...roof deck will provide views of York Minster"
Frommer's "Today it has a much less grisly use as the administrative head of Yorkshire. If you climb 55 steps up the tower you'll be rewarded with sweeping panoramic views." Full review
York Castle Museum Frommer's Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
The Telegraph
Eye of York, York YO1 9RY
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Frommer's "This is one of the finest folk museums in the country." Full review
Fodor's "This quirky museum of everyday items includes a Victorian street complete with a working water mill." Full review
Lonely Planet "This excellent museum has displays of everyday life through the centuries." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Kirkgate is the exact reproduction of a Victorian street, with its hackney cabs, houses, shops... down to the soundscape and lighting. " Full review
The Telegraph "A social history time tunnel that takes visitors back through three hundred years of life in the city." Full review
