Glenfield Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best Glenfield Hotel Deals
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Yes, staff is great!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
Great value, easy parking and massive rooms, booked last minute and pleasently surprised with the facilities including a great bar and resturant
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Staff and cleanliness superb. Disappointed that the tv was not working. There was a problem with all the new smart tv’s it seems, but our plan after a long day and needing an early start in the morning was to chill out watching Strictly! So very disappointing. Mattress was very hard, otherwise everything ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Excellent dinner then a lovely breakfast
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
voco Leicester by IHG
Nice staff and very clean rooms
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
Booked in night before an early flight. Interacted with bar , restaurant reception ( several times)EVERY ONE I spoke to was patient courteous friendly and professional. Atmosphere was welcoming facilites and room spotless. A very pleasant and relaxing experience. So impressed made a point of stopping ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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 Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre 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 Abbey Pumping Station.
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.
