Popular Whitby England: When a Touristy Place Is Actually Fun

Whitby, England.It’s iconic.It’s atmospheric.And yes, it’s definitely on the tourist trail.In this episode, I’m taking you to this seaside town on the Yorkshire coast to share what it’s really like to visit.From wandering the cobbled streets and climbing up to the ruins of Whitby Abbey, to walking the beach in search of sea glass and getting out on the Cleveland Way, there’s a lot to love here.But I’ll be honest — it’s also busy. Like, really busy.So I’m breaking it all down for you — what I loved, what surprised me, where I found quieter moments, and whether I think Whitby is actually worth your time. Especially if you tend to avoid more touristy spots like I usually do.If you’re curious about this historic coastal town — or trying to decide if it fits your travel style — this episode will help you figure it out.Want to chat more about Whitby, England?Email me at Lynne@WanderYourWay.com.In this episode:2:00: Intro2:45: Placing Whitby on the map and some history7:39: Lynne’s Story of choosing Whitby13:12: Fish & Chips16:20: Arch and Abbey18:40: Shops22:17: The Beach24:16: Pier & Jetty25:57: Old Town, Whitby Abbey & St. Mary’s34:53: The Cleveland Way38:48: Other things to do 40:44: Logistics42:44: Final thoughts48:20: Wrapping it upImportant links:York EnglandThe Full EnglishMagpie CafeThe Fisherman's WifeArch and AbbeyYoungs JewellersVisit WhitbyWhitby AbbeyThe Cleveland WaySafety WingWander Your Way ResourcesWander Your WayWander Your Way Adventures ★ Support this podcast ★