Popular places to visit
Victoria Quarter
Luxury designers and high-end retailers line this turn-of-the-century arcade and upmarket shopping precinct in the heart of Leeds.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
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 Leylands
Hampton by Hilton Leeds City Centre
The staff were friendly and helpful. Room was fresh and clean. Breakfast very tasteful.
Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2026
Leeds Centre by Charles Hope
Great accommodation!
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Leeds Marriott Hotel
The only issue with breakfast was being placed so closely with other dining guests. It was uncomfortable for ourselves and the other guests.
Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2026
The Queens Hotel
Perfect in every sense
Reviewed on 13 Jan, 2026
Hyatt House Leeds
All excellent
Reviewed on 16 Jan, 2026
Village Hotel Leeds North
Friendly staff and welcoming pub vibe. Spacious room.
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Leylands
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.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
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.
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.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring.
Chapeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Thackray Museum of Medicine and First Direct Arena.
