Glenfield Travel Guide
Leicester
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Glenfield
voco Leicester by IHG
"The hotel is great, just think the bar is understaffed and slow service. The hotel would benefit from an experienced bar staff. That said the staff are pleasant they just lack the bar training and experience."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
"Lovely building, very quiet clean room"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
"Lovely hotel but hard beds, very hot room and noisy generator( i think?) ,we were in room 28"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
"A very good hotel which is huge and busy. Reception team were excellent and the room was very clean and spacious. Breakfast was very good with lots of choice."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Beeches Hotel and Leisure Club
"Staff were friendly and helpful at check in. Sadly room was really cold, heating not on at all so had to plug in a radiator. Good breakfast and again helpful staff"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
"The lift was broken so the service lift was the only option. However the landing areas were 'behind the scenes' and poor quality. I did not much care for the long black hairs stuck to the walls of the shower from a previous guest. Clearly not a good cleaning regime. The shower has my pet hate. The ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glenfield
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.
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 Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and The Y Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
