Cultural Quarter
Leicester
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Popular places to visit
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower
This 19th-century monument is a favorite meeting point for locals and a gateway to the city’s shopping districts, historic attractions and vibrant Cultural Quarter.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
Top hotels in Cultural Quarter
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
"Brilliant staff attitude. Couldn’t be more helpful and welcoming. The entire hotel has been beautifully restored."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
The Belmont Hotel
"A lovely hotel, great location, friendly staff, comfortable clean rooms, delicious food. I’ve stayed here many times and never been disappointed."
Reviewed on 31 May, 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
"Staff not very attentive in the evening"
Reviewed on 30 May, 2026
ibis Leicester City
"We got an accessible room although not requested, which is fine. But the bathroom had an odour and the toilet seat was much too small and unfit for the toilet that it presented a hygiene issue."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
voco Leicester by IHG
"Overall great facility"
Reviewed on 29 May, 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
"Really nice hotel with friendly staff and great facilities. Food was really good in the restaurant. My only frustration was that the pool and gym didn’t open til 8am on BH Monday which was too late for us and we didn’t find out til that morning."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cultural Quarter
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower while you're in town.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Belvoir Castle.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Leicestershire Golf Club and National Space Centre.
