Kirkstall
Leeds
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Popular places to visit
Kirkstall Abbey
Wander the grounds of a beautifully preserved medieval abbey set on the grassy banks of the River Aire and uncover the history within the complex’s grand ruins.
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.
Headingley Stadium
Catch an event at Headingley Stadium during your trip to Headingley. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour
Top hotels in Kirkstall
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Fantastic location Fantastic parking options Fantastic executive room Fantastic executive lounge The best in Leeds
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Leeds
great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Highly recommend
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Leeds Garforth by IHG
Our stay was in 2 parts Friday was an ext night sat: sun was the official break ( footfall shopping) First night we notic a leak in the bathroom. They were very prompt to assist With the problem But consider to bigger job So we were relocated to a much nicer room 5 stars for the help with this Meals ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Fantastic stay, only disappointment was the food at dinner. Starter and desert were ok but main was positively tasteless. Thank you for the fantastic room and service though!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Discovery Inn Hotel
The welcome was wonderful, great help with Carpark. Room spacious & hotel warm
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kirkstall
Headingley
When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
Weetwood
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Weetwood and surrounding area, you can visit Kirkstall Abbey and Headingley Stadium.
Woodhouse Cliff
When in Woodhouse Cliff, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
New Wortley
While there might not be top attractions in New Wortley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Canal Wharf and Grosvenor Westgate Casino.
Little London
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Little London and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds.
Kirkstall
- Kirkstall Abbey
- Peak District National Park
- First Direct Arena
- Harrogate Convention Centre
- Royal Armouries
- Roundhay Park
- Harewood House
- Alhambra Theatre
- Rudding Park Golf Course
- Temple Newsam House
- Trinity Leeds Mall
- Ripley Castle and Gardens
- RHS Garden Harlow Carr
- Leeds General Infirmary
- St James's University Hospital
- Wetherby Racecourse
- Leeds City Square
- Eureka The National Children’s Museum
