Glenfield Travel Guide
Leicester
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Glenfield Hospital
If Glenfield Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Leicester.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Glenfield
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Clean and new
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Leicester Marriott Hotel
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Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
Excellent value.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Novotel Leicester
room is good,staff very friendly
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Belmont Hotel
Great location, room excellent and very reasonably priced. Staff were very welcoming
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Coventry
Room and bed comfortable but bathroom had lots of mould spots and the water kept going cold.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glenfield
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.
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 Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
