Arena Quarter
Leeds
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Popular places to visit
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.
Leeds Grand Theatre
The Gothic features of this tiered theater make a glorious setting for the diverse array of plays, music gigs and stand-up acts that are performed on its stage.
Millennium Square
Established to commemorate the new millennium, this busy city square is a cultural hub where you can check out open-air concerts and markets in downtown Leeds.
Leeds Kirkgate Market
Enjoy Asian cuisine and browse the range of trinkets, food and flowers in one of the largest covered markets in Europe.
Leeds Town Hall
Check out live music performances, film screenings and exciting festivals hosted by this landmark building and one of the largest town halls in the United Kingdom.
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's Deathly Dark Tour Experience
Top hotels in Arena Quarter
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Malmaison Leeds
"Great location, rooms felt slightly tired"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Dakota Leeds
"Really nice place, best I’ve stayed in when in Leeds if I can get a good price I’ll stay here more often"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Leeds City Centre
"Can't comment on breakfast as I didn't try it. Room clean. Reception staff very busy."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
easyHotel Leeds
"Good budget option and excellent location. Love that you can bring your dog and have an extra lie in too!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
ibis Styles Leeds Centre Arena
"This is a great hotel to stay in if you're going to the Arena or just visiting Leeds in general. It's in a great spot and a short walk from the train station and bus station. The room was clean and a good size, very comfortable. Staff were lovely. Great breakfast. We'd stay again."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arena Quarter
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
Lovell Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lovell Park and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and Leeds Grand Theatre.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
Steander
While visiting Steander, you might make a stop by sights like Cultural Quarter and Quarry House Leisure Centre.
Holbeck Urban Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holbeck Urban Village and surrounding area, you can visit Canal Wharf and Leeds City Square.
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.
