Westcotes 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 Westcotes Hotel Deals
Abinger Guest House
I liked its layed back setup, closeness to the city centre and its cleanliness.
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
Novotel Leicester
The hotel is great and have a walkable parking option which makes it great if you have a car. It’s also very close to amenities and shops.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Great staff. Very comfortable rooms. Service was great. Lots of parking.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
Helpfull & friendly staff
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Doubletree by Hilton Coventry
Great stay staff and service
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
voco Leicester by IHG
All good
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westcotes
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 Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bradgate Park and Highcross Shopping Centre.
