- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **Bettys Café Tea Rooms** (affordable breakfast options).
- **7:00 AM** - Visit **York Minster** (book tickets in advance).
- **10:00 AM** - Explore **The Shambles** and **Merchant Adventurers’ Hall**.
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Golden Fleece** (traditional pub fare at reasonable prices).
- **2:00 PM** - Walk along **City Walls** and visit **Bootham Bar**.
- **4:00 PM** - Explore **York Castle Museum** (book tickets in advance).
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The House of the Trembling Madness** (good value and hearty meals).
- **8:00 PM** - Enjoy a drink at **The Yorkshire Terrier**.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 2: Gardens and Cultural Experiences**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **The Whippet Inn**.
- **7:00 AM** - Visit **Yorkshire Museum Gardens** (free entry).
- **10:00 AM** - Explore **York Art Gallery** (book tickets in advance).
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Star Inn the City** (affordable and delightful).
- **2:00 PM** - Walk through **Heworth Green** and visit **Heworth Church**.
- **4:00 PM** - Visit **The Bar Convent Living Heritage Centre** (book tours in advance).
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The Rattle Owl** (great value for high-quality food).
- **8:00 PM** - Enjoy a performance at **York Theatre Royal** (check for tickets).
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 3: Nature and Scenic Walks**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **The Square Cafe**.
- **7:00 AM** - Explore **Rowntree Park** for a relaxing walk.
- **10:00 AM** - Visit **St. Nicks Fields Nature Reserve**.
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Sizzling Stone** (affordable and tasty).
- **2:00 PM** - Explore **Acomb Wood** and enjoy nature trails.
- **4:00 PM** - Visit **Goddards House and Garden** (book tickets in advance).
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The Old Siam** (great value and flavorful dishes).
- **8:00 PM** - Enjoy a drink at **The Masons Arms**.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 4: Day Trip to Harrogate**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **The Humpit Hummus**.
- **7:00 AM** - Take a train to **Harrogate** (book in advance for cheaper fares).
- **9:00 AM** - Explore **Harrogate’s Valley Gardens**.
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Harrogate Brasserie** (affordable and quality meals).
- **2:00 PM** - Visit **Royal Pump Room Museum**.
- **4:00 PM** - Stroll around **Bettys Café Tea Rooms** and **Harrogate’s shopping areas**.
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The Slug and Lettuce** (good value and diverse menu).
- **8:00 PM** - Take the train back to York.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 5: Historical Sites and Shopping**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **Pavilion Café**.
- **7:00 AM** - Visit **Clifford’s Tower** (book tickets in advance).
- **10:00 AM** - Explore **Jorvik Viking Centre** (book tickets in advance).
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Judge’s Lodging** (great value and traditional dishes).
- **2:00 PM** - Enjoy shopping at **Coppergate Centre** and **The Shambles Market**.
- **4:00 PM** - Visit **St. Mary’s Abbey** ruins.
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The Bar & Brasserie at The Grand** (affordable and high-quality).
- **8:00 PM** - Enjoy a drink at **The Blue Bell**.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 6: Day Trip to the Yorkshire Dales**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **The Terrace Restaurant**.
- **7:00 AM** - Take a bus or drive to **Yorkshire Dales National Park** (book in advance).
- **9:00 AM** - Explore **Grassington** and **Malham Cove**.
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Craven Arms** in Grassington (good value).
- **2:00 PM** - Visit **Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden** (book tickets in advance).
- **4:00 PM** - Stroll around **Ripon** and visit **Ripon Cathedral**.
- **6:00 PM** - Dinner at **The Water Rat** in Ripon (affordable and quality).
- **8:00 PM** - Return to York.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation.

### **Day 7: Final Exploration and Relaxation**

- **6:00 AM** - Breakfast at **Harkers**.
- **7:00 AM** - Visit **York’s Railway Museum** (free entry).
- **10:00 AM** - Explore **The National Centre for Early Music**.
- **12:00 PM** - Lunch at **The Hurdwick** (great value for fresh food).
- **2:00 PM** - Stroll through **The Groves** and **St. Lawrence’s Church**.
- **4:00 PM** - Visit **York City Art Gallery**.
- **6:00 PM** - Farewell dinner at **The Lamb & Lion Inn** (affordable and excellent).
- **8:00 PM** - Enjoy a final evening stroll through **York’s historic streets**.
- **10:00 PM** - Return to your accommodation for departure preparation.

### **Accommodation and Dining Tips**

- **Accommodation**: Look for budget-friendly hostels or hotels in central locations such as **City Centre** or **Bootham**. Consider **YHA York** or **The Best Western Plus Dean Court Hotel**.
- **Dining**: Utilize affordable restaurants, cafés, and markets. Look for deals and discounts on local dining apps or websites.

Enjoy your week in York with a perfect mix of history, culture, nature, and gastronomy!

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