Holbeck Urban Village Travel Guide
Leeds
Visit Holbeck Urban Village
Popular places to visit
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour
Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour
Top hotels in Holbeck Urban Village
Clayton Hotel Leeds
Staff, room, food, all good including car park. We will return again Thankyou
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Great stay as always. Fast check in, clean spacious room. Friendly staff and a rest location to see the sights in Leeds
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Buffet breakfast was just alright. Sausages were naff and bacon not great. But unlimited coffee, cappuccino machine with decaf option. Clean bedroom, great shower and decent armitage shanks
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
The Queens Hotel
Lovely xmas entrance and great location near station and xmas markets.Reception looked lovely wit decorations and tree.Free water and sweets. Not great view from room and bathroom small and a bit tight to get in near bed. Nice teas ,biscuits and water in the room.Breakfast was very nice with good ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Marco on reception was fantastic, efficient, friendly and very helpful. Room clean and tidy and comfortable. Thank you.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Hotel Indigo Leeds by IHG
Lovely hotel, friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Holbeck Urban Village
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring.
Hunslet
Though Hunslet may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Royal Armouries and Corn Exchange.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like The Light and Leeds Grand Theatre.
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.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
