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Welcome to Leeds Attractions Welcome to Leeds Attractions Leeds City Museum Includes six different galleries as well as special temporary exhibitions. Find out how Leeds has been shaped by its landscape and its people from pre-historic times to the modern day in the expansive Leeds Gallery. Also includes “Life on Earth” and “Ancient Worlds galleries. Mon Closed Tues 10:00 – 17:00 Weds 10:00 – 17:00 Thurs 10:00 – 17:00 Fri 10:00 – 17:00 Sat 11:00 – 17:00 Sun 11:00 – 17:00 Located in the city centre on the Millennium Square. Free Admission. The Henry Moore Institute A world-recognised centre for the study of sculpture in the heart of Leeds. Today the Leeds sculpture collections comprise over 800 objects, 400 works on paper and the Henry Moore Institute Archive of over 270 collections of papers relating to sculptors. The collections are principally British from c.1875 to the present day. Mon Closed Tues 11:00 – 17:30 Wed 11:00 – 20:00 Thu 11:00 – 17:30 Fri 11:00 – 17:30 Sat 11:00 – 17:30 Sun 11:00 – 17:30 Located on The Headrow (next to the Radisson Hotel) Free Admission Marks & Spencer Company Archive Exhibition which showcases the best documents, photos, merchandise and film from over 130 years of M&S including temporary exhibits. Mon 10:00 – 17:00 Tue 10:00 – 17:00 Wed 10:00 – 17:00 Thu 10:00 – 17:00 Fri 10:00 – 17:00 Sat Closed Sun Closed Located in the Michael Marks Building at the University of Leeds Free Admission Royal Armouries Museum Explore arms and armour from across the world and throughout time in six theme galleries with over 8,500 objects. Galleries include: War, Tournament, Oriental, Self-Defence & Hunting. See the world’s largest Elephant armour. Mon 10:00 – 17:00 Tue 10:00 – 17:00 Wed 10:00 – 17:00 Thu 10:00 – 17:00 Fri 10:00 – 17:00 Sat 10:00 – 17:00 Sun 10:00 – 17:00 Located 10 minutes from the city centre, situated at Leeds Dock. Free Admission Why not catch the free water taxi from Granary Wharf to the Royal Armouries? Look out for the yellow flag opposite the DoubleTree Hilton and at the Leeds Dock Area. Kirkstall Abbey A fabulous example of Medieval Cistercian abbey ruins set on the banks of the River Aire. Set in wonderful parkland, Kirkstall Abbey boasts historic architecture amid a haven of wildlife and greenery. Mon Closed Tue 10:00 – 16:00 Wed 10:00 – 16:00 Thu 10:00 – 16:00 Fri 10:00 – 16:00 Sat 10:00 – 16:00 Sun 10:00 – 16:00 Located on Kirkstall Road, a short bus journey from the city centre. Free Admission Leeds Industrial Museum Step back in time to discover the industrial history of Leeds – containing exhibits from the 18th Century to the present day and tells the history of manufacturing including textiles, clothing, printing & engineering. Mon Closed Tue 10:00 – 17:00 Wed 10:00 – 17:00 Thu 10:00 – 17:00 Fri 10:00 – 17:00 Sat 10:00 – 17:00 Sun 13:00 – 17:00 Located in Armley Mills, a short bus journey from the city centre. Adult - £4.00 entrance fee Why not walk to Leeds Industrial Museum along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal Tow Path? Its roughly a 30 minute walk from the train station. Thackray Medical Museum Take a journey thought the incredible world of medicine – Travel from the Victorian Age to the present day to explore the world of surgery and fascinating science breakthroughs. Mon 10:00 – 17:00 Tue 10:00 – 17:00 Wed 10:00 – 17:00 Thu 10:00 – 17:00 Fri 10:00 – 17:00 Sat 10:00 – 17:00 Sun 10:00 – 17:00 Located next to St James’ Hospital, a short bus journey from the city centre. Adult - £8 Roundhay Park With over 700 acres of parkland, lakes, woodlands and gardens – Roundhay Park is one of the largest city parks in Europe. Includes a number of walking routes & “Tropical World” – experience the sights & sounds of the jungle, desert, nocturnal and aquatic habitats. Tropical World & surrounding café opening times vary. Free Car Parking available. Located a short bus journey from the city centre. Shopping The Victoria Quarter The Victoria Quarter is a beautiful building and known as the premium shopping centre in the North of England. It brings together top brands such as Ted Baker, Vivienne Westwood, Karen Millen and French Connection, as well as smaller, independent retailers. It is home to the first Harvey Nichols store outside London. Mon 10:00 – 19:00 Tue 10:00 – 19:00 Wed 10:00 – 19:00 Thu 10:00 – 19:00 Fri 10:00 – 19:00 Sat 09:00 – 19:00 Sun 11:00 – 17:00 Located in the heart of the city centre. Trinity Centre The Trinity Centre is the newest addition to Leeds’ shopping experience. Opened in 2013, the modern structure contains two floors of shops and one floor of restaurants and bars. The large sculpture of a packhorse, visible immediately, was designed by a local artist and provides a meeting point within the centre itself. Mon 09:00 – 20:00 Tue 09:00 – 20:00 Wed 09:00 – 20:00 Thu 09:00 – 20:00 Fri 09:00 – 20:00 Sat 09:00 – 20:00 Sun 11:00 – 17:00 Located in the heart of the city centre. Leeds Corn Exchange Leeds Corn Exchange is one of Britain’s finest Victorian buildings and holds tremendous significance both as an architectural masterpiece and cultural icon. It is proud to champion the very best in creative, innovative and independent retail enterprises, and the building’s striking features provide the backdrop for a unique shopping experience. Mon 10:00 – 18:00 Tue 10:00 – 18:00 Wed 10:00 – 18:00 Thu 10:00 – 21:00 Fri 10:00 – 18:00 Sat 10:00 – 18:00 Sun 10:30 – 16:30 Located in the heart of the city centre Kirkgate Market One of the largest indoor markets in Europe, Kirkgate is a shopper’s paradise from fresh food, drink and fashion to jewellery, flowers, hardware and haberdashery. Founded in 1857, it was the birthplace of Marks & Spencers, which is still present in the market today. Mon 08:00 – 17:30 Tue 08:00 – 17:30 Wed 08:00 – 17:30 Thu 08:00 – 17:30 Fri 08:00 – 17:30 Sat 08:00 – 17:30 Sun Closed Located in the heart of the city centre Entertainment Leeds Grand Theatre First Direct Arena 46 New Briggate, LS1 6NZ Arena Way, LS2 8BY 0844 848 2700 0844 248 1585 www.leedsgrandtheatre.com www.firstdirectarena.com West Yorkshire Playhouse Leeds Town Hall Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LS2 7UP The Headrow, LS1 3AD 0113 213 7700 0113 378 6016 www.wyp.org.uk www.leedstownhall.co.uk Northern Ballet Brudenell Social Club Quarry Hill, LS2 7PA 33 Queens Road, LS6 1NY 0113 220 8000 0113 275 2411 www.northernballet.com www.brudenellsocialclub.co.uk Carriageworks Theatre Belgrave Music Hall The Electric Press, 3 Millennium Square, LS2 3AD 1-1A Cross Belgrave Street, LS2 8JP 0113 376 0318 0113 234 6160 www.leeds.gov.uk/carriageworks www.belgravemusichall.com City Varieties Music Hall O2 Academy Swan Street, LS1 6LW 55 Cookridge Street, LS2 3AW 0113 243 0808 0113 389 1555 www.cityvarieties.co.uk www.academymusicgroup.com/o2academyleeds Popular Areas for Restaurants & Bars The Light A cosmopolitan retreat in the heart of Leeds city centre, The Light is the perfect destination to relax, unwind and make the most of your leisure time. The Light combines fantastic shopping with a wide variety of cafes, restaurants, bars and a 13 screen multiplex cinema Opening times vary – please check individual opening times Includes… Red Hot Buffet Prezzo Turtle Bay Zizzi Nando’s Miller & Carter Steak House Frankie & Bennies George’s Great British Kitchen Greek Street One of the most popular evening spots in Leeds – includes a number of bars and restaurants. Pedestrian only access over weekends through out the Summer. Includes well- known chains as well as independent businesses. Links East Parade & Park Row which both also house a number of eateries. Opening times vary – please check individual opening times Includes… The Alchemist Gusto Bem Brasil Carluccio’s Wagamamma Le Chalet The Liqourist Sukothai Millennium Square Surrounded by some of the city’s most important buildings including the Town Hall & Civic Hall, Millennium Square in the cultural heart of Leeds. Millennium Square hosts a number of events throughout the year but is also home to a number of bars & restaurants. Opening times vary – please check individual opening times Includes… All Bar One Epernay Almost Famous Revolution Thai Edge O’Neils Peachy Keens Granary Wharf The area offers something for both city lovers and loungers. Relax and watch passers-by outside one of the cosmopolitan bars or restaurants, or for the more outdoorsy types, take a leisurely walk up the canal. Granary Wharf is the perfect place to witness a real working waterfront, brought to life by the sights of boats working their way up and down the waterway and docking at the wharf for an overnight stay. Opening times vary – please check individual opening times Includes… Sky Lounge – DoubleTree Hilton LIVIN’Italy The Hop Archies The Pour House Fazenda Restaurants & Bars Guide These restaurants & cafes have received a health & safety rating of 4 or 5 stars according to The Food Standards Agency. These are not endorsed by the University of Leeds in any way. Pubs & British Cuisine The Hop Crafthouse This traditional real ale house with contemporary Located on the fifth floor of the Trinity Centre, décor creates an intimate atmosphere for live Crafthouse is a sleek and modern restaurant music complimented perfectly with their selection serving a seasonal British menu and provides of famous pies.
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