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.
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.
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 Leicester City Centre
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Clean room, bathroom could be better
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
The Gresham Aparthotel
I enjoyed my stay so much, I extended my stay for another week.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Villare Leicester City Centre Hotel
Everything was perfect. 3 years on the trot of coming back.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Stunning 1 Bedroom Apt With Balcony-leicester City
Was very cozy and clean, perfect for a night away
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
Novotel Leicester
didnt have breakfast
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Check in was very good, the room was brilliant in a great location. The only downside was the breakfast, plates were cold, the cooked food was cold and the bread for toast was very stale.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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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 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.
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.
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.
