Cross Gates
Leeds
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
York: Horse Drawn Carriage ride & Cream Tea
Top hotels in Cross Gates
Radisson Hotel York
"Excluding the non functional ac in my room it was a very pleasant stay with incredible views of the minster very safe for solo travellers and for people who like nights out its round the corner from the iconic flares nightclub for people who like peace and quiet it is also really well suited the ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Malmaison York
"Lovely comfortable hotel in a great location. Handy for station and York centre."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
The Milner York
"Perfectly located right by the train station for rail links and also a very short walk into the beautiful city centre. The hotel is stunning inside and out. Our room was clean but sadly the air con had a mind of its own and would almost “flush” every hour, which woke me every hour in the night, that ..."
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"Breakfast and bar area along with alcohol selection not great, but clean rooms and not a bad property. Excellent location, though they didn’t tell us about the discount on parking, which is a 10 minute walk away."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026
Moxy York
"Really excellent hotel. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
The Queens Hotel
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Reviewed on Jun 20, 2026
Where to stay in Cross Gates
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.
Arena Quarter
If you're spending some time in Arena Quarter, Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds are top sights worth seeing.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants, and waterfront views are just a few things travelers enjoy about Leeds Dock. Check out Royal Armouries or Cultural Quarter while you're exploring the area.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Canal Wharf, a top place to visit in the area.
Hyde Park
While visiting Hyde Park, you might make a stop by sights like Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive.
