The friendly city of Ripon awaits you
Take a holiday to Ripon and enjoy the area's museums, cathedral and monuments. Travellers to this welcoming city praise the gardens, bars and horse riding. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Ripon
Do you want to find top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Ripon has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Ripon Racecourse (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Lightwater Valley Theme Park (3.2 mi / 5.2 km)
- Turkish Baths and Health Spa (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Rudding Park Golf Course (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)
- Jervaulx Abbey (12.6 mi / 20.3 km)
- Wetherby Racecourse (15.6 mi / 25.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Ripon
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, you'll be sure to find the perfect setting for your holiday in Ripon. These are some of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Yorkshire Dales National Park (27.5 mi / 44.2 km)
- Newby Hall and Gardens (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Ripley Castle and Gardens (6.9 mi / 11.1 km)
- Brimham Rocks (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Mother Shipton's Cave (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
- Nidderdale (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
Travelling to and around Ripon
The nearest airport is in Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), located 19.3 mi (31 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 26.2 mi (42.2 km) away.