Arena Quarter
Leeds
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Popular places to visit

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.

O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.

Leeds Grand Theatre
The Gothic features of this tiered theater make a glorious setting for the diverse array of plays, music gigs and stand-up acts that are performed on its stage.

Millennium Square
Established to commemorate the new millennium, this busy city square is a cultural hub where you can check out open-air concerts and markets in downtown Leeds.

Leeds Kirkgate Market
Enjoy Asian cuisine and browse the range of trinkets, food and flowers in one of the largest covered markets in Europe.

Leeds Town Hall
Check out live music performances, film screenings and exciting festivals hosted by this landmark building and one of the largest town halls in the United Kingdom.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

CHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)

York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Top hotels in Arena Quarter

Leeds Marriott Hotel
Clean room, lovely view & patient staff. Great location too.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Malmaison Leeds
Got some lovely cocktails, hotel was clean. Stuff are lovely. We definitely stay there again. Beds were super comfy.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Dakota Leeds
Terrible
Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
Parking was expensive £35 Asked the hotel twice about parking options prior to stay, no response. Was disappointed to be told at checkin that I had to pay full price. 😑 or take the car park out of the Q car park and pre book.
Reviewed on May 2, 2026

easyHotel Leeds
The room was very hot but the air con helped.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

ibis Styles Leeds Centre Arena
Great breakfast, lovely room and ideal location! Definitely recommend
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arena Quarter

Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.

Lovell Park
While there might not be top attractions in Lovell Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like First Direct Arena and Leeds Grand Theatre.

Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.

Steander
If you're spending some time in Steander, Cultural Quarter and Quarry House Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Little London
Little London might not have many top sights, but First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holbeck Urban Village
Holbeck Urban Village might not have many top sights, but Canal Wharf and Leeds City Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.






