Headingley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Headingley
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.
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.
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.
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.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Temple Newsam House
Uncover 500 years of history at this magnificent Tudor-Jacobean country mansion that looks out upon a scenic estate and is filled with artifacts and decorative arts.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in York
York: Horse Drawn Carriage ride & Cream Tea
Our pick of the best Headingley Hotel Deals
Hinsley Hall
"Hotel is in a great location with easy access into the city centre. There is also a Wetherspoons opposite the hotel. The hotel is in gorgeous well maintained grounds , and the building clearly has a lot of history. Rooms are basic but clean and comfortable. The breakfast was nice and there was plenty ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Queens Hotel
"Lovely hotel rooms very nice. Very good buffet breakfast."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Leeds
"Always a great stay here at the Clayton. All staff are friendly and helpful with anything at all. Bar area great, breakfast great overall a great place to stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Great Victoria Hotel
"You pay extra for parking You pay £50 as a deposit… still not returned Great hotel Great location Nice staff Excellent for the price Unspoiled by progress…loved this place"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"The best city centre location Great parking at the trinity car park with hotel discount The very best check in Superb executive room Massive comfy bed Fantastic executive lounge Great breakfast The best in Leeds"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"I’ve stayed here many times for business and the breakfast is always good and the rooms always clean. I was here for 6 nights which has been my longest stay. What was really noticeable over a longer period was how EVERY staff member was so polite, helpful and friendly."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Headingley
Burley
Burley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
New Wortley
While there might not be top attractions in New Wortley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Leeds Park Square and Canal Wharf.
Chapeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Thackray Museum of Medicine and First Direct Arena.
Lovell Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lovell Park and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and Leeds Grand Theatre.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
