A man using his mobile phone to read one of the Whitby stories from GeoStories

GeoStories

Whitby

Footsteps of Bram Stoker is our FREE Whitby-based GeoStory; it imagines the novelist Bram Stoker’s visits to Whitby that inspired his famous novel, Dracula.

GeoStories are FREE location-based audio dramas direct to your phone from the GeoStories App. Our Whitby GeoStory includes a guided walk around the town split into episodes and triggered by GPS hotspots, giving visitors a unique experience of the town, immersed in Victorian Whitby.

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The Night Watchman - one of the themed escape room experiences at Eskape Whitby

Eskape Whitby

Whitby

Come and visit the first live Escape Room in Whitby! Can you solve the clues and escape the room in 60 minutes or less?

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A bottle of Whitby Gin from Whitby Distillery displayed on Whitby pier

Whitby Distillery

Whitby

Whitby Distillery invites you to visit for a behind the scenes distillery tour. Discover how we craft our international award-winning spirits with people and provinence at our core.

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Man doing a bungee jump from Larpool Viaduct in Whitby with UK Bungee Club

UK Bungee Club (Larpool Viaduct in Whitby)

Whitby

UK’s Biggest Bridge Bungee Jump! Ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush? Head to Larpool Viaduct in Whitby, North Yorkshire – one of the UK’s most iconic and unforgettable bungee locations.

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Bayhire Bike Hire

Bayhire Bike Hire

Sneaton, Whitby

Want to try the (traffic free) Cinder Track Cycle Challenge – going from Whitby to Scarborough on the North Yorkshire coastline? Hire a top of the range Mountain Bike or E-Bike and discover where it will take you, and the picturesque coastal views you’ll discover along the way.

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The shopfront of Youngs Jewellers in Whitby

Youngs Jewellers

Whitby

Designers, manufacturers and retailers in silver, gold, gemstones and Whitby Jet jewellery, located on Skinner Street, in Whitby’s premier shopping area.

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Whitby Pitch & Putt Mini Golf Course and Footgolf

Whitby Pitch & Putt Mini Golf Course and Footgolf

Whitby

Want to play Pitch and Putt on the Mini Golf Course, and Footgolf too? Then come to the course at West Cliff, in the famous seaside town of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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Greetings cards for sale at Holman's Bookshop in Whitby

Holmans Bookshop & Stationers

Whitby

Located on Whitby’s West Cliff, within Whitby’s Premier Shopping Streets, visit Holmans Bookshop & Stationers, located in Skinner Street, in the popular holiday resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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A landscape painting by artist John Freeman depicting Whitby harbour and east cliff

The Studio of John Freeman

Whitby

Visit the Studio of John Freeman in the Market Place of the historic and popular resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire and view Whitby’s largest collection of local images, with original watercolours, limited editions and prints.

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The shopfront of Watches of Whitby

Watches of Whitby

Whitby

Located in the beautiful seaside town of Whitby, North Yorkshire, on Church Street, near to the famous 199 steps, you’ll find Watches of Whitby who buy, sell and part exchange luxury pre-owned watches.

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Whitby Pandemonium shop front

Whitby Pandemonium

Whitby

Visit Whitby Pandemonium – Whitby’s original Goth clothes shop. Located on Golden Lion Bank in the famous seaside resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire, you’ll find excellent stocks of Goth, Punk and Alternative clothing, accessories and gifts.

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Yorkshire Coast Nature boat trip

Yorkshire Coast Nature

Staithes

Join us for an unforgettable boat trip from Staithes, just north of Whitby on the North York Moors National Park coast. Enjoy a great opportunity to spot dolphins, whales, and seabirds. Guided by professional experts, you’ll learn fascinating facts about coastal wildlife. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, don’t miss this exceptional experience!

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Whitby Town Tour bus outside Whitby Abbey

Whitby Town Open-Top Bus Tour

Whitby

This service is run by Coastal & Country Coaches of Whitby, a family firm who have been serving the residents of Whitby and area for over 74 years.

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Darwin Group interiors available at Rooms Furniture in Whitby

Rooms Furniture

Whitby

Rooms is nestled in the heart of the famous port of Whitby, North Yorkshire, and offers excellent, unique, high-quality furniture and decorative accessories needed to make your house a perfect, comfortable home.

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A fantastic selection of fresh seafood for sale at The Whitby Catch

Magpie’s Whitby Catch

Whitby

The Magpie’s Whitby Catch is located at 1 Pier Road, Whitby, North Yorkshire. Call in and select from our daily fresh fish and fine seafoods. All freshly prepared and waiting.

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Whitby Museum & Pannett Art Gallery

Whitby

Run by the Whitby Literary & Philosophical Society, the museum, library and achives houses many major collections including archaeology, social history, ceramics, Captain James Cook, fossils, paintings, photographs, militaria and toys & dolls.

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Whitby Pavilion on West Cliff from the beach

Whitby Pavilion

Whitby

For Goth Weekends, 60s Music Weekends, Whitby Folk Weekend and the Theatre Shows, Cinema and more, visit Whitby Pavilion, located on Whitby’s West Cliff, in the historic port of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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People boarding the train on the Esk Valley Railway

Esk Valley Railway

Whitby

The Esk Valley Line is a delightful stretch of railway passing through pretty villages on its journey from Whitby to Middlesborough

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The shopfront of The Dispensary in Whitby

The Dispensary

Whitby

Visit The Dispensary at No 6 Hunter Street, just off Skinner Street, in the premier shopping area of Whitby in North Yorkshire for excellent natural products, foods, remedies and craft items etc.

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Displays and activities inside Danby Lodge National Park Centre (Credit Dependable Productions)

Danby Lodge National Park Centre

Whitby

Danby Lodge National Park Centre, near Whitby, North Yorkshire is the flagship centre of the North York Moors National Park and is set on the banks of the River Esk

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Whitby Abbey

Whitby Abbey (English Heritage)

Whitby

Visit the monastic ruins of Whitby Abbey which dominate the East Cliff headland, with fantastic views overlooking the historic and popular seaside resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire. A real “must visit”.

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The shopfront of Genuine Whitby Jet Jewellery

Genuine Whitby Jet

Whitby

Visit the Genuine Whitby Jet Shop, located in Church Street on the East Side in Whitby, the historic and famous fishing port, North Yorkshire.

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Skirts and Shirts on Flowergate in Whitby

Skirts & Shirts

Whitby

Something for her and something for him? Be sure to visit Skirts And Shirts, a trendy boutique at No 8 Flowergate in the popular shopping streets in the coastal resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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The Exterior of W Hamond Original Whitby Jet Shop

W Hamond – Original Whitby Jet Shop

Whitby

Visit the original jet jeweller’s Shop, located close to the 199 steps at the bottom of Church Street in the popular and historic town of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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Dr Crank from Whitby Walks, Whitby

Whitby Walks

Whitby

Join Story Walker “Dr Crank” on one of three fascinating walks in the famous historic port of Whitby. Ghost Walk, In Search Of Dracula or Heritage and History. You choose! We cater for Groups, Schools, individuals or why not book a private walk?

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Arnold Palmer putting course on West Cliff in Whitby

Arnold Palmer Putting Course

Whitby

A visit to Whitby is not complete without trying out the 9 hole Arnold Palmer Putting Course on West Cliff, Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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Eden Camp modern history museum in Malton, North Yorkshire

Eden Camp

Malton

Taking a trip from Whitby, North Yorkshire across the Moors will lead you to the multi-award winning Eden Camp Museum at Malton, a museum housed in the grounds and buildings of an original WWII Prisoner of War Camp.

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a sculpture representing whalebones found in Pannett Park in Whitby

Pannett Park

Whitby

Pannett Park, a haven of peace and tranquillity and located close to the centre of Whitby in North Yorkshire, is well worth a visit, whichever season of the year. Excellent for family and nature walks.

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Mobility scooter hire in Whitby

Whitby DAG

Whitby

The Whitby DAG is based in Flowergate, Whitby, with mobility hire equipment available from Whitby Library.

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People playing golf at Whitby Golf Club

Whitby Golf Club

Whitby

The 18-hole Whitby Golf Club is located on a stunning cliff-top site, close by to the historic fishing port of Whitby, North Yorkshire and near to the pretty village of Sandsend.

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A North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam train leaving Whitby

North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Pickering

A great family day out travelling back in time on the stunning North Yorkshire Moors Railway steam trains through the beautiful countryside of the North York Moors National Park

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Land of Iron at Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum

Land of Iron

Cleveland

Based in Skinningrove, close to the historic fishing port of Whitby, North Yorkshire, come and explore the LAND OF IRON – the recently re-opened Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum. It’s well worth a visit.

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Whitby Marine Discovery and Lobster Hatchery

Whitby Lobster Hatchery and Marine Discovery Centre

Whitby

Unique Lobster Hatchery and Marine Discovery Centre, centrally located on the Fish Pier in the historic coastal resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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Summer Queen, Whitby Coastal Cruises

Whitby Coastal Cruises

Whitby

Daily boat trips available with Whitby Coastal Cruises and Whitby Whale Watching – sailing out of Whitby into the Bay and along the spectacular Yorkshire coastline.

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The exterior of Whitby Coliseum Centre

Coliseum Centre

Whitby

Located in the heart of the historic fishing resort of Whitby, North Yorkshire, and conveniently close to Whitby Railway Station and Bus Station, the Coliseum Centre offers great venue facilities for holding meetings, conferences, along with excellent onsite Theatre/Cinema, internet and catering facilities.

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The tall, white painted house containing the Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby

Captain Cook Memorial Museum

Whitby

Adventure, endurance, extraordinary seamanship, survival against the odds mark the Cook story.

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A pestle and mortar available for sale at Magpie's Kitchen

Magpie’s Kitchen

Whitby

The Magpie’s Kitchen Cookshop is located on Golden Lion Bank, close to the harbourside in the historic port of Whitby, North Yorkshire.

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If you’re looking for things to do in Whitby and North York Moors area while on holiday, you’ll find a great variety of places to visit, things to see and local visitor attractions to help you plan your days out.