199 Steps

Great views

The steps weren’t too steep which made them quite easy, and there is a hand rail to hold onto. The view of the harbour and town is amazing, especially when it is lit up after dark.

We did it!

199 steps in a gale force wind but we did it. The views are amazing over Whitby so don’t forget your camera. There are seats along the steps to stop and rest but worth it.

Looks formidable but not as bad as it sounds

Being 75 and completely unfit, my fault, no one elses, when my daughter said there were 199 steps up to the Abbey, I baulked a little and almost decided . The road up to the steps really set the scen...

Steps

Really good views of the town all the way up. A couple of places to stop on the way up if you are struggling. I thought it was worth it.

Great views!

Can’t go to Whitby without climbing the 199 steps. Great views. Look out for the marker on every 10th step. We went in February so wasn’t busy. Can imagine it’s not as much fun with lots of people.