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
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

The Gresham Aparthotel
Parking is 3 mins walk in a multi story car park
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Bell Gate House
Very clean Pleasant shower head leaks and temperature control on shower goes from cold to very hot without control
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Villare Leicester City Centre Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Burleigh Court Hotel
A lovely stay in this very well presented hotel. Friendly and helpful staff.Easy parking makes the stay so comfortable.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Easy parking and check in.....big tidy room. Friendly staff....been here twice and its beautiful.
Reviewed on 23 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.
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