Leeds City Center

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Leeds City Center
Leeds which includes heritage elements, markets and signage
Leeds City Center
Trinity Leeds Mall featuring heritage elements, street scenes and night scenes
Leeds Park Square which includes heritage architecture and a park
Based around an expansive central square, this lively quarter showcases performing arts venues, fascinating museums and countless bars and nightclubs.

A short distance away from the university scene, the Leeds City Centre is a thriving cultural hub full of theaters and galleries. Alongside the myriad museums and churches, the Georgian and Victorian architecture adorning the streets also provides insights into the city’s rich history. Stay into the evening for the bars and clubs of this lively district.

At the core of the city center is Millennium Square, a modern and spacious plaza surrounded by some of Leeds’ most iconic landmarks. Admire the majestic façade of the Leeds City Museum that rises over the eastern side of the square. Enter for its vast and eclectic collection of historic relics, decorative art and natural history.

Bordering the plaza’s southern side is the redbrick building of the Carriageworks theater. Check out its program of innovative and diverse shows, ranging from stand-up comedy and poetic storytelling to plays and other events. Enjoy cocktails at one of the bars in the square’s corners.

Beside the plaza stands St. Anne’s Roman Catholic Cathedral, one of the highlights of the zone. Study the neo-gothic architecture of this spiritual haven, constructed at the turn of the 20th century.

On a rainy afternoon, go shopping in the Trinity Leeds Mall or The Light, which also has a cinema. For a more upscale selection, stroll beneath the arched glass ceiling of the Thorntons Arcade, known for its extraordinary clock mechanism and high-end stores.

Stay into the evening and head to the O2 Academy Leeds, whose stage has been graced by some of the world’s most famous bands, including Madness, the Kaiser Chiefs and MGMT.

To reach this district, arrive at the Leeds Railway Station, which is just a 10-minute walk south from Millennium Square. The areas of Headingley and University of Leeds are directly north from here.

The Leeds City Centre is a hub of dramatic arts and historic buildings.


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Top hotels in Leeds City Center

Leeds Marriott Hotel
Leeds Marriott Hotel
4 out of 5
4 Trevelyan Square Boar Lane, Leeds, England
The price is RM386 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
RM386
RM464 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We arrived earlier than our check in time of 3pm, and were given early check in.we had rang to enquire about early check in but as with any hotel its never guaranteed but we were sorted very fast with the friendliest staff. The hotel itself is spotless and the rooms have everything you need for a ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Leeds Marriott Hotel
The Queens Hotel
The Queens Hotel
4 out of 5
City Square, Leeds, England
The price is RM391 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
RM391
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,456 reviews)
"Breakfast was low key & in a temporary location - very overpriced for what was available. Otherwise, hotel was great - very central."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

The Queens Hotel
Hyatt Place Leeds
Hyatt Place Leeds
4 out of 5
2 Sovereign Square, Leeds, England
Fully refundable
The price is RM359 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
RM359
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions First Direct Arena and Trinity Leeds Mall are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (32 reviews)
Excellent Stay
"Excellent new hotel. Friendly staff. Good location."

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Hyatt Place Leeds
Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
4 out of 5
1 The Light The Headrow, Leeds, England
The price is RM386 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
RM386
RM464 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Overnight stay for a concert at the O2 Academy
"Absolutely lovely hotel, modern and clean. Location fabulous for the O2 academy and indeed the centre of the city. We will definitely return."

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
4 out of 5
Granary Wharf, 2 Wharf Approach, Leeds, England
The price is RM372 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
RM372
RM446 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Good hotel, great location.
"Nice hotel in good area. Right near the train station. Lovely room and bathroom, very clean. Breakfast buffet fine, hot and cold options and can order from the menu for other dishes. Only down side is that of the three lifts, only one was working which caused queues to go up and the journeys were ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Novotel Leeds Centre
Novotel Leeds Centre
4 out of 5
4 Whitehall, Whitehall Quay, Leeds, England
The price is RM349 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
RM349
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Will be a good option to leave drinking water in the rooms"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2025

Novotel Leeds Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Leeds City Center

Leeds showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Arena Quarter

While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like The Light and Leeds Grand Theatre.

Arena Quarter
Victoria Quarter featuring heritage architecture and street scenes

Leylands

If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.

Leylands
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Lovell Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lovell Park and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and Leeds Grand Theatre.

Lovell Park
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Steander

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Steander and surrounding area, you can visit West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries.

Steander
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Holbeck Urban Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holbeck Urban Village and surrounding area, you can visit Canal Wharf and Leeds City Square.

Holbeck Urban Village
Royal Armouries which includes interior views

Leeds Dock

Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or Pole Position Indoor Karting while you're exploring.

Leeds Dock

Leeds City Center