Leeds

Travel Guide

Corn Exchange which includes heritage architecture and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Leeds showing heritage architecture
Leeds
Leeds
Millennium Square which includes street scenes and heritage architecture
From boundless shopping, dining and nightlife options to sporting events and music festivals, this is one of the liveliest cities in northern England.

Leeds is a city that thrives on its shopping, nightlife and sporting attractions. Leeds was once an uninspiring industrial city. Today, however, you’ll encounter parks hosting free festivals, a lively waterfront and pedestrianized streets lined with shops, bars and restaurants. 

With many of the streets dedicated to retail, Leeds city centre is a shopper’s paradise. Discover everything from sparkling malls to high-end retailers and independent boutiques, many inside restored Edwardian and Victorian-era buildings. The Corn Exchange, Victoria Quarter and Trinity Leeds have over 200 shops collectively. 

The dining scene is equally impressive and draws influences from the presence of up to 130 nationalities in the city. Sample cuisine from China, India, Mexico and Pakistan plus traditional British dishes. Leeds Waterfront is an exciting hub of cafés, restaurants and fast-food joints. Enjoy the city’s famous nightlife, most notably at the Exchange Quarter. Options range from the traditional English pub to chic lounge bars, dance clubs and live music venues. 

Leeds also offers a good selection of cultural attractions. Admire the grand architecture surrounding City Square and Millennium Square. See work by 20th-century sculptors at the Henry Moore Institute. Spot masterpieces by great British painters, such as John Constable, at the Leeds Art Gallery. Retrace Leeds’ history and discover artifacts from ancient worlds at Leeds City Museum. Visit The Royal Armouries Museum, which has over 8,500 objects of armour and weapons. 

Sports fans have many choices in this city. Watch a cricket match at Headingley or a soccer match at Elland Road. Alternatively, attend one of the many summer music festivals. Leeds Festival welcomes well-known international bands while Opera in the Park and Classical Fantasia are both free events. 

Intercity trains and buses provide direct services to Leeds from major English cities, including Bristol, Liverpool and London. Get around the city on foot and use public buses to visit areas outside the city centre. Among these are the glorious Roundhay Park, Harewood House and Kirkstall Abbey.

Where to stay in Leeds

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Leeds City Center

4.5/5(1,029 area reviews)

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.

Leeds City Center
Leeds showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Arena Quarter

While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.

Arena Quarter
Royal Armouries which includes interior views

Leeds Dock

Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or Pole Position Indoor Karting while you're exploring.

Leeds Dock
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Holbeck

4/5(75 area reviews)

Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

Holbeck
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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.

Holbeck Urban Village
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Harehills

2.5/5(8 area reviews)

While Harehills isn't home to many top sights, Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Harehills
Clayton Hotel Leeds
Clayton Hotel Leeds
4 out of 5
City Walk Sweet Street, Leeds, England
The price is S$111 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$111
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice budget hotel, staff were very friendly. Would recommend."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2025

Clayton Hotel Leeds
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Leeds Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
4 Trevelyan Square Boar Lane, Leeds, England
The price is S$103 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$103
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent as always"

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Leeds Marriott Hotel
The Queens Hotel
The Queens Hotel
4 out of 5
City Square, Leeds, England
The price is S$134 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
S$134
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,438 reviews)
"Excellent location next to the train station. Beautifully designed hotel which looks recently renovated. Friendly staff with excellent customer service. Yummy breakfast with good choices. Very clean. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2025

The Queens Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
 Quebecs Luxury Aparthotel
Quebecs Luxury Aparthotel
5 out of 5
The Old Post Office, 3 Infirmary Street, City Square, Leeds, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (307 reviews)
Great stay
"I had a great stay at Quebecs and will definitely stay there again the next time I visit Leeds. I have already recommended it to friends who are planning to travel to Leeds in the weeks and months ahead."

Reviewed on 20 Jun, 2025

Quebecs Luxury Aparthotel
Roomzzz Leeds City
Roomzzz Leeds City
4 out of 5
10 Swinegate, Leeds, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions First Direct Arena ...
9/10 Wonderful! (466 reviews)
"Excellent value for rooms, very convenient. Staff were a delight. What more can we ask for?"

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2025

Roomzzz Leeds City
Mansio Suites Basinghall
Mansio Suites Basinghall
4 out of 5
Basinghall Building, 10 Butts Court, Leeds, England
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions First Direct Arena and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
"lovely apartment."

Reviewed on 15 Jun, 2025

Mansio Suites Basinghall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Leeds

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Paul

Leeds is an amazing city..

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Love Bibi's restaurant!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The only thing I didn’t like about the hotel was the location walking under that bridge in dark felt unsafe

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great city with lots to offer.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Really enjoyed the Reliance bar and restaurant on North Street.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lovely