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.
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 Cultural Quarter
The Belmont Hotel
Very conveniently located hotel with plenty of FREE parking. The rooms are a bit dated but sparklingly clean. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Everything excellent including breakfast. I will be using this hotel again.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
ibis Leicester City
Excellent location near the train station. Staff were friendly. Comfy beds and decent breakfast. The lift being out of order during the whole stay was quite inconvenient! I was a bit confused by the free water situation that was supposedly available at reception, according to information in the room. ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Very clean and spacious room , Breakfast was great!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Lovely
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Burleigh Court Hotel
Always such friendly staff. Love the pool and sauna.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
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 Belvoir Castle.
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 Abbey Pumping Station.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
