Leylands Travel Guide
Leeds
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Popular places to visit
Victoria Quarter
Luxury designers and high-end retailers line this turn-of-the-century arcade and upmarket shopping precinct in the heart of Leeds.
West Yorkshire Playhouse
You can make plans for a show at West Yorkshire Playhouse during your trip to Leeds. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this family-friendly area.
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.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Top hotels in Leylands
Hampton by Hilton Leeds City Centre
"Nice clean hotel. Friendly staff. Good shower and comfortable bed. Recommended"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Queens Hotel
"Great location, wonderful room, excellent experience."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Leeds
"Great location, close enough to city centre with parking"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"Really helpful check in that explained in great detail about the underground car park, where to go for breakfast and how to get to our room. Our room was clean enough but water in bathroom was extremely hot. Breakfast was average and a bit bland."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Great Victoria Hotel
"Hotel is out dated, with visible dirty carpets in the lobby that show they have not been cleaned for years. Not recommended for people with allergies as the hotel was really stuffy from the dusty carpets. In the restaurant, there was always no staff to serve and take orders at breakfast. We had to ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"Staff excellent, room nice and clean, comfortable bed"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Leylands
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or Cultural Quarter while you're exploring.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
