Treasurer's House

Lonely Planet review

The Treasurer's House was home to the minster's medieval treasurers. Rebuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries, the 13 rooms house a fine collection of furniture and supply a good insight into 18th-century life. The house is also the setting for one of the city's most enduring ghost stories: during the 1950s, a plumber working in the basement swore he saw a band of Roman soldiers walking through the walls; his story remains popular if unproven - but you can explore the cellar to find out.

You can get onto the walls, built in the 13th century, via steps by Bootham Bar and follow them clockwise to Monk Bar, a walk offering particularly beautiful views of the minster. There are oodles more access points including off Station Rd and Monk Bar.