Westcotes Travel Guide
Leicester
Popular places to visit
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
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.
Top hotels in Westcotes
Abinger Guest House
I liked its layed back setup, closeness to the city centre and its cleanliness.
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Campbell's Guest House
Shops close
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
I had a great stay.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Novotel Leicester
Everything very clean, staff good, decent location!
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Great value, spacious room and very comfortable. Facilities were excellent, and lots of choice at breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
voco Leicester by IHG
I wasnt able to operate the Ac/ heating ..but the room was very comfortable ..
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Westcotes
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Abbey Pumping Station.
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.
