Halton
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.
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 Harewood. 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.
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
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
York's Famous Ghosts Smartphone App walking tour
Top hotels in Halton
The Queens Hotel
"Perfectly placed close to the train station and in the centre of town, the hotel was immaculate. Well furnished and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was also of a very high standard. Would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone thinking of staying here."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
"The staff were excellent and should be commended. The room was very good but not too keen in waiting for 3 days to have the room cleaned considering the amount we were charged for the room. Not really what is expected when the economy hotels do this everyday unless asked otherwise. The gym and pool ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Leeds
"Overall a very good hotel, my second time staying. The roommate nice and comfortable, it’s well placed near the city center. We did have an issue with our power to the room the second night, like like the cleaners blocked the card reader out of place. Once pushed back in place this issue was ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Great Victoria Hotel
"Excellent location, right outside the train station and in the middle of the city centre. Can’t beat that"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"Nonissue with check in and pre information sent before hand too to make it easier Staff very attentive Clean and comfortable room Breakfast was 5 star self service you can also ask for an omelette or different style eggs We also dined at the restaurant Ginos on the evening"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"The room was clean. But quite small for a premium room. No sofa and breakfast was quite basic. Would expect better for crown plaza"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Halton
Harehills
While Harehills isn't home to many top sights, Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill might not have many top sights, but Royal Armouries and West Yorkshire Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Steander
While visiting Steander, you might make a stop by sights like Cultural Quarter and Quarry House Leisure Centre.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
Chapeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Thackray Museum of Medicine and First Direct Arena.
