Some great things to do in Whitby include; visiting Whitby Abbey- situated on the cliff tops, the Abbey ruins are said to have been the inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula. Then you can descend the 199 famous steps of Whitby into the town centre and enjoy a boating or fishing trip, or simply have a wander around the quaint cobbled streets with some famous Whitby fish and chips.
If you want to see Whitby in all its glory when there's a special event on then Whitby Goth Weekend would be a perfect time to go. This year's Goth Weekend is taking place from 28th-31st October 2010 and visitors flock from all over the UK and world to witness Whitby's world famous Goth Weekend.Or you could visit during the Whitby Regatta from the 21st-23rd August 2010 where various rowing and sports races take place. But no matter when you visit Whitby, you are sure to have an enjoyable and memorable holiday.