Arena Quarter
Leeds





Visit Arena Quarter
Popular places to visit

First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.

O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.

Leeds Grand Theatre
The Gothic features of this tiered theater make a glorious setting for the diverse array of plays, music gigs and stand-up acts that are performed on its stage.

Millennium Square
Established to commemorate the new millennium, this busy city square is a cultural hub where you can check out open-air concerts and markets in downtown Leeds.

Leeds Kirkgate Market
Enjoy Asian cuisine and browse the range of trinkets, food and flowers in one of the largest covered markets in Europe.

Briggate
During your visit to Leeds, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Briggate. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)

York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Leeds
Top hotels in Arena Quarter

Leeds Marriott Hotel
Everything
Reviewed on 6 Dec, 2025

Hotel Indigo Leeds by IHG
Had a great stay starting from warm welcome from Addie at reception. Room was comfortable, location was ideal for me. Breakfast was tasty, staff were friendly and helpful. Thanks everyone
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025

easyHotel Leeds
Cheap. Peaceful & Comfy
Reviewed on 10 Dec, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
What a gem! Location is perfect for a Leeds getaway, room was amazing and nothing was too much trouble for the staff. Breakfast options were great, LOVED the Morning Mary station. We'll definitely be back!!
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025

Dakota Leeds
Great hotel
Reviewed on 8 Dec, 2025

ibis Styles Leeds Centre Arena
Excellent place to stay, great staff, room spotless, the bar/restaurant meant no need to go elsewhere. Proximity to car park and Leeds Arena also a big plus and if I attend the Arena in future I will certainly use the hotel again.
Reviewed on 13 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Arena Quarter

Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.

Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.

Steander
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Steander and surrounding area, you can visit West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries.

Woodhouse
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Woodhouse and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds.

Little London
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Little London and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds.

Holbeck Urban Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holbeck Urban Village and surrounding area, you can visit Canal Wharf and Leeds City Square.

