Leeds City Center Travel Guide

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Leeds City Center
Leeds which includes markets, heritage elements and signage
Leeds City Center
Trinity Leeds Mall featuring night scenes, street scenes and heritage elements
Leeds Park Square featuring heritage architecture and a park

Based around an expansive central square, this lively quarter showcases performing arts venues, fascinating museums and countless bars and nightclubs.

A short distance away from the university scene, the Leeds City Centre is a thriving cultural hub full of theatres and galleries. Alongside the myriad museums and churches, the Georgian and Victorian architecture adorning the streets also provides insights into the city’s rich history. Stay into the evening for the bars and clubs of this lively district.

At the core of the city centre is Millennium Square, a modern and spacious plaza surrounded by some of Leeds’ most iconic landmarks. Admire the majestic façade of the Leeds City Museum that rises over the eastern side of the square. Enter for its vast and eclectic collection of historic relics, decorative art and natural history.

Bordering the plaza’s southern side is the redbrick building of the Carriageworks theatre. Check out its programme of innovative and diverse shows, ranging from stand-up comedy and poetic storytelling to plays and other events. Enjoy cocktails at one of the bars in the square’s corners.

Beside the plaza stands St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Cathedral, one of the highlights of the zone. Study the neo-gothic architecture of this spiritual haven, constructed at the turn of the 20th century.

On a rainy afternoon, go shopping in the Trinity Leeds Mall or The Light, which also has a cinema. For a more upscale selection, stroll beneath the arched glass ceiling of the Thorntons Arcade, known for its extraordinary clock mechanism and high-end stores.

Stay into the evening and head to the O2 Academy Leeds, whose stage has been graced by some of the world’s most famous bands, including Madness, the Kaiser Chiefs and MGMT.

To reach this district, arrive at the Leeds Railway Station, which is just a 10-minute walk south from Millennium Square. The areas of Headingley and University of Leeds are directly north from here.

The Leeds City Centre is a hub of dramatic arts and historic buildings.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Leeds City Center

Leeds Marriott Hotel

Leeds Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Trevelyan Square Boar Lane, Leeds, England
The price is ฿3,069 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿3,069
฿3,682 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Leeds Marriott Hotel
Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre

4 out of 5
1 The Light The Headrow, Leeds, England
The price is ฿2,922 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿2,922
฿3,507 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a great location near many bars and restaurants"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
Hyatt Place Leeds

Hyatt Place Leeds

4 out of 5
2 Sovereign Square, Leeds, England
The price is ฿2,740 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,740
฿3,288 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions First Direct Arena and Trinity Leeds Mall are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
Summer 2025
"Room was superb, mini fridge is a nice touch, twin beds are comfy and larger than single beds. Reception very friendly. Great location."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Hyatt Place Leeds
The Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel

4 out of 5
City Square, Leeds, England
The price is ฿2,967 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿2,967
฿3,561 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,470 reviews)
Highly recommended
"Great hotel. My choice when I'm in the north of England. Everything from the friendly staff to the comfort this hotel offers is first class."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

The Queens Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre

4 out of 5
Granary Wharf, 2 Wharf Approach, Leeds, England
The price is ฿2,701 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿2,701
฿3,242 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here a few times and would definitely stay again, it’s a lovely hotel in a great location,"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Quebecs

Quebecs

4 out of 5
9 Quebec Street, West Yorkshire, Leeds, England
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay here again, staff are very helpful & it feels very comfortable."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Quebecs
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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Victoria Quarter featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Leylands

If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.

Leylands
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Steander

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Steander and surrounding area, you can visit West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries.

Steander
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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
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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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.

Woodhouse

Leeds City Center Travel Guide