Things to do in Leicester

County town of Leicestershire that lies on the River Soar

“What is there to do in Leicester?” Well, this page is all about places to go in Leicester - are we missing something? Let us know!

Leicester is a thoroughly cosmopolitan city set in a very picturesque county. With a history dating back over 2000 years there is much to learn at the many museums dotted around the city. Despite it's strong historic roots Leicester is very much a forward looking city. It is home to some of the most impressive contemporary buildings in the region. A very diverse population benefits from the best in live music, independent cinema, innovative theatre and countless trendy restaurants and bars. It's also an excellent centre for shopping and attracts bargain hunters from all over the county. Leicester enjoys the best of old and new, and is very much a city on the up.

  Visit places around Leicester


Local Attractions       Museums       Parks & Open spaces      

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Leicester City Guildhall
Museum and performing arts venue. ☎
Less than a mile



Parks And Open Spaces In Leicester FREE
Details of all parks and open spaces in Leicester.
Less than a mile

Newarke House, Museum And Gardens
Bespoke house and landscaped gardens.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Gorse Hill City Farm
Popular family attraction set over 19 acres.  www  ☎
1.7 miles
Leicester Eco
House - The first environmental show home to be opened in the United Kingdom.  www  ☎
1.8 miles
University Of Leicester Botanic Gardens
Stunning gardens and cafe.  www  ☎
2.4 miles
Watermead Country Park
140 hectare green oasis with 12 lakes. Great location for families to relax and have fun.  www  ☎
5.6 miles
New Walk Museum And Art Gallery
A vast collection of displays and artefacts for all the family to enjoy.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Jewry Wall Museum
Discover the archaeology of Leicester’s past and find out about the people of Leicester from Prehistoric times to the Medieval period.  www  ☎
Less than a mile

  

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  Eat & Drink in Leicester


Restaurants       Bars & Pubs      

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Ask
Authentic Italian food. ☎
Less than a mile

Bella Italia
Italian cafe bar and restaurant.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Nando's - Granby Street
Portuguese chicken restaurant.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
1573 Bar And Grill
Steak and seafood grill set in a beautiful Grade II listed building.  www  ☎
✓ Suggested by Rebecca Wooster, Leicester
Less than a mile
Le Bistrot Pierre
Cafes & Restaurants. ☎
Less than a mile
Pizza Express
Popular pizza restaurant.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Cafe Rouge
French-styled bistro.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Yo Sushi
Tasty Japanese food.  www  ☎
Less than a mile

  


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  Watch, Listen & Nights out in Leicester


Cinema       Theatre, Ballet & Opera       Nightclubs       Live Music & Concerts      



Phoenix
Independent Cinema. ☎
Less than a mile

Cinema Delux
12 screen luxury cinema.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Curve Theatre
The place for exciting, diverse and inspiring theatre.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
The Little Theatre
- One of the UK's leading amateur theatres based in Leicester city centre.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Life
Popular city centre nightclub.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Liquid
Award winning nightclub.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Fan Club
Alternative music nightclub.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
De Montfort Hall
Leicester's premier live music and performance venue.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
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  Sports & Leisure in Leicester


Fitness & Leisure centres       Bowling       Walks & Cycle rides       Dance       Special Interest      

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The Gym
Health and fitness club. No contract needed. ☎
Less than a mile

Bannatyne
State of the art health and Fitness club.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Greens Leicester
Health and fitness club.  www  ☎
1.2 miles
Leicester Leys Leisure Centre
Indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, rock climbing and much more.  www  ☎
2.7 miles
David Lloyd
Gym, health and fitness club.  www  ☎
2.8 miles
Hollywood Bowl
Ten Pin Bowling.  www  ☎
2.8 miles
Cycle Routes
Cycle rides in and around Leicester.  www 
Less than a mile
Leicester Walks
Walks in and around Leicester.  www 
Less than a mile

  


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  Kids in Leicester


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Go Kids Go!
The ultimate indoor adventure zone. ☎
Less than a mile



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Details of all parks and open spaces in Leicester.
Less than a mile

The Jungle Club
One of the largest soft play centres in Leicester.  www  ☎
1.7 miles
Goldhill Adventure Playground
Children's adventure playground.  www  ☎
2.4 miles
Bradgate Country Park
Marvellous 890 acre country park.  www  ☎
✓ Suggested by Greig Spencer, Leicester
4.9 miles
118 Dance Studio
Variety of dance classes for all ages and abilities.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Megazone
The ultimate laser adventure.  www  ☎
Less than a mile
Cinema Delux
12 screen luxury cinema.  www  ☎
Less than a mile

  

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Where to stay in Leicester

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Did you know...

  • In 1841 Thomas Cook organised the world’s first package tour from Leicester - it went just up the road to Loughborough for a temperance meeting
  • Radio Leicester was Britain’s first local radio station when it began to broadcast in 1967. The station hit the airwaves on Thursday November 8 that year, broadcasting for just four hours per day initially.
  • The body of Richard III was brought to Leicester after the Battle of Bosworth Field

Other info

Tourist Info Office located at: 7-9 Every Street, Town Hall Square, Leicester, LE1 6AG

Famous for...

Kasabian, Gary Lineker, Walkers Crisps and

Annual events in Leicester