Arena Quarter Travel Guide
Leeds
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Popular places to visit
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.
O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.
Leeds Grand Theatre
The Gothic features of this tiered theater make a glorious setting for the diverse array of plays, music gigs and stand-up acts that are performed on its stage.
Leeds General Infirmary
If Leeds General Infirmary is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Leeds.
Millennium Square
Established to commemorate the new millennium, this busy city square is a cultural hub where you can check out open-air concerts and markets in downtown Leeds.
Leeds Kirkgate Market
Enjoy Asian cuisine and browse the range of trinkets, food and flowers in one of the largest covered markets in Europe.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour
Top hotels in Arena Quarter
Leeds Marriott Hotel
We where put in a disability room so all the amenities where low down. The shower was slow and we had no full length mirror. I have stayed at the Marriott before and it was nice but I was disappointed
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Leeds Centre Arena
The room was really clean- which is why I’ve chosen the ibis a few times now. However on this occasion the extractor didn’t work/didn’t seem there was one in the bathroom. Also the temperature was allover the place. Despite using the climate control, it didn’t stay at a constant. Also the maid service/cleaners ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Malmaison Leeds
Room was spacious and clean but showing wear and tear from long-term use. Convenient location, within walking distance of city centre and station. Nice tea and coffee selection and comfy bed.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Dakota Leeds
Clean room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
easyHotel Leeds
really well situated, set in the centre of Leeds, loads of shops and cafe's nearby. Hotel is easy to find, parking is not included but plenty nearby. My issue is with the pillow, it is about 2 cm deep, you might as well not have one and the bathroom door, why is it glass, I love my OH but I really ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
Nil
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arena Quarter
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.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
Steander
While visiting Steander, you might make a stop by sights like Cultural Quarter and Quarry House Leisure Centre.
Woodhouse
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Woodhouse and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds.
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.
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.
