Kirkstall Travel Guide
Leeds
Visit Kirkstall
Popular places to visit
Kirkstall Abbey
Wander the grounds of a beautifully preserved medieval abbey set on the grassy banks of the River Aire and uncover the history within the complex’s grand ruins.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Kirkstall
The Queens Hotel
Very courteous and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Very clean rooms and friendly reception staff. The rooms were ready early which was lovely after travelling. Great location, convenient to everything. They held our luggage for us once we checked out which was also helpful. Only negative was the mattress was not very comfortable at all. Luckily it ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Novotel Leeds Centre
Nice quiet hotel in centre of Leeds with parking. I stay here whenever I’m in Leeds for a night.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Lovely hotel, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Quebecs
Clean room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Crown Hotel Harrogate
The room was clean and had everything we needed. No real contact with staff other than the receptionist, who was very helpful. The range of food options for breakfast was extensive, but some of the food could have been warmer, such as bacon and sausage. However, overall we would recommend the Crown ...
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kirkstall
Burley
Burley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Headingley
When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Far Headingley
Far Headingley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Kirkstall Abbey are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
Woodhouse Cliff
When in Woodhouse Cliff, you can plan a visit to Hyde Park Picture House and Headingley Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
New Wortley
While there might not be top attractions in New Wortley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Canal Wharf and Grosvenor Westgate Casino.
