Leicester City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Leicester Guildhall
Discover the stories of infamous local villains, examine medieval artifacts and attend live music events at one of England’s oldest civic buildings.
Top hotels in Leicester City Centre
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Visited Leicester for the darts. 15 minute walk to the arena. Good location.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Gresham Aparthotel
Our whole family came here for a wedding the staff was very accommodating and friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Villare Leicester City Centre Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
The Bell Gate House
Really nice place
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Burleigh Court Hotel
Overall a great hotel in a great location. We had dinner and breakfast in the restaurant and both were perfect. The bathroom did give off a sewage smell in the evening but once the bathroom door was closed- we didn’t have any other issues and it did not affect our stay. We will definitely ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
The room was huge and ideal for a family of three
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Leicester City Centre
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.
Leicester City Centre Travel Guide
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