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
This was a one-night stay, room-only, on Christmas night. We were able to check-in early afternoon at approx. 3pm and leave bags, and returned approx 1am. Room was fine and bed comfortable, although it was cold in the room and was slow to heat up. Nevertheless, slept well, shower was good and we ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Gresham Aparthotel
Quick easy check in and was able to check in early due to room being ready
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Villare Leicester City Centre Hotel
Everything was perfect. 3 years on the trot of coming back.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Bell Gate House
Value for money, very comfortable bed
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The City Rooms
The room was clean, very spacious and well appointed. It's all self service with no F&B so you have to go out to eat. The shower was hot and powerful, with a huge bath. The room was just a little cold, but it's an old buildings
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Novotel Leicester
It was excellent, we enjoyed our stay there.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 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 Welford Road Stadium.
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 Bradgate Park and Highcross Shopping Centre.
