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Things to see in Scarborough, North Yorkshire (United Kingdom): 31 places and when to go
Scarborough, North Yorkshire is a town in United Kingdom with around 71,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 31 places in and around it, mainly Nature (11), History (7), Wildlife (6). The best known are Scarborough Castle, Star Carr and Ayton Castle, North Yorkshire. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 54.2804, -0.43
- Population
- About 71,000
- Places
- 31 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (11) · History (7) · Wildlife (6) · With kids (3) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- MAN Manchester, Greater Manchester, 160 km as the crow flies
What to see in Scarborough, North Yorkshire
The places in and around Scarborough, North Yorkshire, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Scarborough CastleMedieval castle overlooking Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.8 km
- Star CarrEarly Mesolithic archaeological site featuring preserved organic remains and the earliest known domestic structure in Britain7.4 km
- Ayton Castle, North YorkshireCastle in North Yorkshire, England, UK4.8 km
- Duggleby HoweLarge round barrow in England26 km
- Oliver's MountHill in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.2 km
- St Martin-on-the-Hill, ScarboroughGrade I listed church in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.0 km
- Cayton BayBay in Yorkshire, UK6.0 km
- Cornelian Bay, North YorkshireBay in North Yorkshire, England, UK4.5 km
- Danes GravesArchaeological site in Nafferton, East Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK25 km
- Eleanor Cross, SledmereGrade I listed building in East Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK26 km
- Rotunda MuseumMuseum in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.0 km
- Scarborough Pier LighthouseLighthouse in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.6 km
- Valley BridgeRoad bridge in United Kingdom1.8 km
- Albemarle Baptist Church, ScarboroughChurch building in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK1.7 km
- Cloughton WykeBay6.9 km
- Hayburn WykeBay8.8 km
- Scarborough Maritime Heritage CentreMuseum in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England2.3 km
- Scarborough Market HallMarket hall in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK2.2 km
- Bent Rigg radar stationFormer Royal Air Force radar site in North Yorkshire, England, UK13 km
- Scarborough South BayBay in North Yorkshire, England, UK2.5 km
- Centenary Way84 mile footpath in North Yorkshire, England27 km
- East LeaProtected area11 km
- E2 European long distance pathWalking path17 km
- Filey Dams Nature ReserveProtected area11 km
And the other 7, by what you come to do:
- Food and drink: Filey Distillery
- With kids: Filey Zoo, Luna Park, SEA LIFE Scarborough
- Nature: Flixton Wildlife Reserve, Scarborough North Bay, Wharram Quarry
When to go to Scarborough, North Yorkshire
The best time to visit Scarborough, North Yorkshire is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:38
- FebPossible9:27
- MarPossible11:29
- AprBest time13:47
- MayBest time15:46
- JunBest time16:54
- JulBest time16:26
- AugBest time14:40
- SepBest time12:25
- OctPossible10:11
- NovBetter not8:09
- DecPossible7:05
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05. In April, 31 of the 31 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Scarborough, North Yorkshire
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN, Manchester, Greater Manchester), 160 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Whitby23 places25 km
- Kirby Misperton24 places26 km
- Bridlington21 places26 km
- York90 places55 km
- Kingston upon Hull61 places59 km
- Middlesbrough60 places62 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
The best known: Scarborough Castle, Star Carr, Ayton Castle, North Yorkshire, Duggleby Howe, Oliver's Mount. In all, 31 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 54 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 05.
How do you get to Scarborough, North Yorkshire?
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), 160 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Scarborough, North Yorkshire as the destination and these 31 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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