Cultural Quarter
Leicester
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Cultural Quarter
The Belmont Hotel
Stayed 1 night. Staff so friendly and helpful. Room is lovely and nice little touches like bottles of water in the room. Can’t recommend this hotel enough, nothing was too much trouble. I’ve booked to return for 2 nights in December
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Location great.big room.clean.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
ibis Leicester City
Excellent location near the train station. Staff were friendly. Comfy beds and decent breakfast. The lift being out of order during the whole stay was quite inconvenient! I was a bit confused by the free water situation that was supposedly available at reception, according to information in the room. ...
Reviewed on Nov 7, 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 Nov 14, 2025
Leicester Marriott Hotel
I travel a lot with work and normally only expect to get this level of service in hotels . All the staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
The room size and staff
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Cultural Quarter
Leicester City Centre
Travelers 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.
Latimer
Though Latimer might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
Westcotes
When in Westcotes, you can plan a visit to King Power Stadium and Belvoir Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Clarendon Park
Clarendon Park might not have many top sights, but De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Belgrave
While Belgrave isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Abbey Pumping Station are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
