Stunning architecture
Contemporary styles alongside Victorian buildings and historic churches
Things to do
There is so much to see and do in Leeds.
The city has the 2nd largest business centre in the UK after London and with exciting new places opening every week, there is always something different to experience!
Explore
Take a look at our favourite attractions:
- Kirkstall Abbey
- Victoria Quarter
- Roundhay Park
- Royal Armouries Museum
- Harewood House
- Tiled Hall Cafe in Leeds Central Library
- Temple Newsam
- Otley Chevin
- Leeds Arena
- Golden Acre Park
Things to do on your first week
Leeds has a population over 800,000 making it the third largest city in the UK
Arts and culture
Museums & Galleries
Leeds Art Gallery, The Henry Moore Institute and many independent art spaces
Independent music scene
The birthplace of Kaiser Chiefs, Alt-J, Corinne Bailey Rae, Hadouken!, The Sisters of Mercy and the Utah Saints
Leeds Playhouse
The theatre has been redeveloped, making it even better for the people of Leeds
Northern Ballet
Considered to be one the best ballets in the world
Leeds has been voted by Condé Nast Traveler magazine Readers’ Awards as the “UK’s favourite city” and “Visitor city of the year” by The Good Britain Guide
Shopping
Walking around the city centre is easy. You will discover designer arcades, vintage boutiques, independent retailers and all major high street chains.
- Trinity Leeds
- The Merrion Centre
- The Corn Exchange
- Grand Arcade
- Kirkgate Market
Kirkgate Market is a beautiful indoor market, with around 800 stalls selling food, clothing and all sorts of weird and wonderful goods. Marks and Spencers first opened in Kirkgate Market in 1884
Top designers
Harvey Nichols, John Lewis, Versace, Gucci, Hugo Boss, Victoria Beckham, Kurt Geiger, Vivienne Westwood, Moschino, Kenzo, Alexander McQueen, Armani, Cavalli, Louis Vuitton, and many more.
Fun festivals
You may know the famous Reading and Leeds Festival, but Leeds is home to many other fascinating festivals throughout the year.
- Leeds West Indian Carnival
- Leeds International Film Festival
- Leeds Light Night
- Leeds Indie Food Festival
- Leeds Waterfront Festival
Leeds West Indian Carnival is one of the largest of its kind in Europe!
For 2 nights in October, the city centre is transformed into a spectacular festival of art and performance for Leeds Light Night
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