Cultural Quarter Travel Guide
Leicester
Visit Cultural Quarter
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.
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.
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.
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.
Athena Conference Centre
After visiting Athena Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Cultural Quarter
The Belmont Hotel
Enjoyed our midweek stay. Will definitely stay again when next in Leicester.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
The hotel is in the middle of Leicester and does NOT have the parking they claim to have so nowhere to park. Room handles and floor were sticky and bathroom had no heating so was like an ice box. As an experienced traveller I always request a quiet room and I was on the first floor at the back of ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
Fantastic hotel, with all it's history lovingly and sympathetically included in its design. The staff were brilliant- friendly, welcoming, and went above and beyond for my partners Birthday, which was the reason for our stay. The room was spotless, well laid out, and the amenities were of a high ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
ibis Leicester City
Clean room, lovely staff
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
Clean bedding. Bathroom old with shower over the bath
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Always a friendly welcome and nothing is too much trouble. Excellent food and service.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cultural Quarter
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 Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Welford Road Stadium.
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.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Leicestershire Golf Club and National Space Centre.
