Whitkirk
Leeds
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.

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.

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.

Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

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.
Things to do

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour

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

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

The Milner York
Friendly staff and warm welcome on arrival
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Radisson Hotel York
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Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
Excellent clean room really well designed with great us of space
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Leeds Marriott Hotel
Only let down was slightly slow shower, which informed reception + they are going to get sorted
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

Malmaison York
Lovely hotel and close to the centre and train station. The room was fine and the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast is really nice.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Clayton Hotel Leeds
You need let guests know parking isn’t free before they get there.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whitkirk

Harehills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Harehills and surrounding area, you can visit Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse.

Monkswood
While Monkswood isn't home to many top sights, Roundhay Park and Crossgates Shopping Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oakwood
While visiting Oakwood, you might make a stop by sights like Roundhay Park and Leeds Golf Club.

Steander
Steander might not have many top sights, but West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants, and waterfront views are just a few things travelers enjoy about Leeds Dock. Check out Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring the area.

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






