~Things To See and Do, Activities, Where to Eat, Where to Stay in Leeds~
Whether you’re looking for things to do in Leeds such as events and attractions or are planning where to stay in Leeds, you’ll find everything you need for your Leeds holiday on What's On In Leeds.com.
Attractions and Places to Visit in Leeds
Considered to be one of the gems of the north, it has an array of Victorian buildings and modern architecture, providing the perfect contrast that most travellers don't get the chance to see in one place. Discover a thriving arts scene, pulsating nightlife, and a vibrant shopping environment in Leeds.
Places to Stay in Leeds
Whether you're on a budget break or a glamorous getaway, we've got the hotel in Leeds for you. With a compact centre, the city is incredibly easy to explore. With so much to see and do, it can be hard knowing where to begin.
Sports and Activities
There are lots of things to do during family days out in Leeds. Leeds is home to a number of great places to play golf with award-winning clubs. Experience fabulous family days out within the beautiful woodland of Stockeld Park, located between Leeds and Harrogate.
~Things to Do and See in Leeds~ Activities and Places to Visit in Leeds~
- Explore the history of Leeds and Yorkshire at one of the U.K's best museums
- Leeds Cathedral is one of the finest Catholic Cathedrals in England. Saint Anne's Cathedral is situated in the heart of the Leeds city centre
- Craft Centre & Design GalleryEstablished in 1982 our aim is to take you on a journey to experience the talent, skill, originality and beauty of contemporary craft made
- Harewood’s history is still evolving – always changing, always striving to stay relevant to the present day
~Food and Drinks in Leeds~
Leeds have a huge range of options for food and drink. Historic classic pubs, beautiful stylish restaurants, family friendly pubs, Chinese restaurants and takeaways, Indian & Italian restaurants, Cafes, Delis. The list goes on!
Food and Drinks
From fine dining and afternoon tea to pop-up markets and humble street food, Leeds is packed with options to suit any mood offering any and every cuisine you can think of.

Seven years ago, The Cookie Pie Man identified a gap in the market for indulgent, handcrafted Cookie Pies. Since then, the business has become known for its delicious range of flavours, including Nutella Kinder, Biscoff White Chocolate, and many more tempting combinations

An espresso bar in its foundation and purpose, we're situated close to Leeds Train Station with many of its commuters relying on us for consistently great coffee drinks.
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We are an independent, family owned 100% Gluten Free restaurant in the heart of Leeds serving a range of delicious dishes
~Shopping, Health & Wellbeing, Beauty & Spa in Leeds~
Leeds have a huge range of options for food and drink. Historic classic pubs, beautiful stylish restaurants, family friendly pubs, Chinese restaurants and takeaways, Indian & Italian restaurants, Cafes, Delis. The list goes on!
Shopping & Fashion in Leeds
Leeds has independent shops dotted throughout the city, though there are some streets with more shops than others. There are also a number of specialist shops, including jewellers, art galleries, toy stores, antiques dealers and seaside gift shops, as well as countless boutiques.
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The Brasserie at Weetwood. Set within nine acres of beautiful woodlands and gardens and built around a 17th Century Jacobean Manor House, we would like to offer you and yours a warm welcome to the Weetwood Hall Hotel, Leeds.
Health and Wellbeing in Leeds
Unwind in luxurious treatment rooms in a choice of beautiful and professional salons around Leeds. Manicures, Pedicures, Facials, Waxing, Consultations, Massages and more are offered in Leeds’s best beauty salons.
~What’s on in Leeds the versatile website!~
We have people visiting our website from all over the country and helping them have a good time in Leeds. Using our What's On In Leeds website you can explore the best places to visit, things to do, hotels, restaurants and much more! We even have an online business directory where you can search for the services of various trades people and many other sectors.
Local Services
Visitors, students and residents of Leeds can find information about local services and amenities or visit Events to find out more about local events or Local Traders about local tradespeople.
Insurance Services
Leeds offers a wide range of insurance services designed to help individuals, families, and businesses protect their assets, finances, and future plans.
Things to do
Enjoy a family day out in Leeds, with different things to do whatever the weather. Explore green spaces, laser tag and play centres.
~Local News and Events~
Editor Picks, Festivals, Upcoming Festivals 19 September 2026
Leeds International Festival of Ideas: 6 – 10 October
Made in Chelsea star Olivia Bentley joins Saturday’s Are Kids Still Part of the Plan? alongside BBC broadcaster Johnny I’Anson. Shanequa Paris, Tasha Ghouri, Dr Radha Modgil, Ash Palmisciano and Stevie Ward lead the first LIFI Futures line-up. Leeds International Festival of Ideas (LIFI) is one month away, returning to Leeds Playhouse from Tuesday 6 […] Leeds Living …
Featured 3 September 2026
Station Gateway: planned October opening
The Leeds Station Sustainable Travel Gateway is expected to begin opening in October. Leeds City Council News – News …
Featured, Music & Dance, Reviews 29 August 2026
Leeds Festival – Friday: Paris Paloma, Florence + The Machine, Violet Grohl, Blossoms…..
It’s twenty years since I last came to Leeds Festival and it’s fair to say that a lot has changed in that time. The venue itself for starters: it was at Temple Newsam back in the day but has found a permanent home at Bramham Park near Wetherby since then and it seems to be […] Leeds Living …
Leeds News 20 August 2026
Protest in the picture as compelling exhibition comes to Leeds
A thought-provoking new exhibition bringing the worlds of protest and photography into focus will open in Leeds this November.
Leeds Art Gallery will present Steve McQueen: Resistance – How Protest Shaped Britain and Photography Shaped Protest, an exhibition conceived by renowned artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen and curated in collaboration with Clarrie Wallis and Emma Lewis of Turner Contemporary. The exhibition will open later this year, it was announced today. Leeds City Council News – News …
Featured, People & Places 9 August 2026
This Exposé May Be My Swansong
After eleven years with Leeds Living, I’ve decided to speak out. I could butcher the quote about good people saying nothing whilst bad people do bad things, so I won’t. Instead, I want to tell you about some people who profess to care about the community and, if you’re their preferred part of the community, […] Leeds Living …
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