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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Cultural Quarter
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Good service. Friendly professional staff.
Reviewed on 9 Dec, 2025
The Belmont Hotel
Good area, decent hotel. I wish the bed was a bit more comfortable
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
ibis Leicester City
Great room for the price, the breakfast was lovely and the coffee was amazing.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Novotel Leicester
Lovely staff, clean property.
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
The staff really made this stay, they were extremely hospitable. They were responsive to our needs and went beyond expectations.
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Staff are friendly, the pool facility is good. Carpet in the room is a bit old, but acceptable. Overall experience is pretty good, good value for the money.
Reviewed on 22 Dec, 2025
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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 Welford Road Stadium.
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 Leicester Abbey.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like TeamSport Leicester and National Space Centre.
