Great for historians and general public alike. Not so good on a cold and rainy day but great when it's dry and sunny. Fantastic views over Whitby and the walk up the 99 steps needs a few rests or an oxygen cylinder but it makes you think about the men who had to carry the coffins up to the church... More

go on a Goth weekend in Whitby you will not be disapointed it is on the cliff top over looking Whitby and is just fabulace. More

it was so good to see this place cant believe the history its such a special place More

it is so good to go to a well kept historic place like this we enjoyed it so much we were enthralled by all the history the place holds. everyone should visit More

When you eventually get to the top of the steps there are fantastic views accross the town and coastline, "on a clear day you can see forever" More

The abbey is on a cliff with beautiful views of the coastline and North Sea. The ruins are very impressive and the entrance fee is reasonable. The audio guide provides historical background on the Abbey and on Whitby. I visited at the end of April and it was extremely windy and freezing so make sure you have adequate clothing no... More

Wonderfull site and no expensive to enter. There are free audio units as well More

Well worth the English Heritage fee (£6.20 per adult). Recommend hiring the handheld audio guide which comes with the entrance fee. Stunning views of Whitby and the coast. The abbey is amazing and well worth the 199 steps. More

We park here on days out. A lovely view as you walk down into the bay for your fish and chips and you burn off the calories on the way back up! Not for the faint hearted...lots of steps if you walk into the town. More