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Our city has so many stories to tell.

So many experiences to discover, and so many places to explore. Browse the blog to see useful tips, tricks, insights and highlights gathered by our passionate team of Leeds locals. Hidden gems, seasonal lists, fun facts, and awesome activities. Each one a new way to enjoy our home.

A night out with a difference – an Insider’s Guide to Leeds’ Games Bars

Visit Leeds have worked with creative writing students at Leeds Arts University to create blogs based on their interests and insights into the city, to come up with handy

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26 February 2025

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West Yorkshire on Screen: Discover Iconic Filming Locations

A Collaboration Post with West Yorkshire LVEP Step into the world of #StarringGREATBritain and uncover the cinematic charm of West Yorkshire! With

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26 February 2025

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Not to miss music and gigs in Leeds this February.

When it comes to awesome gigs and live music on offer in Leeds, fend off the FOMO this February by checking out these not to be missed events from across Leeds venues. So, take a look, get your tickets booked and

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16 January 2025

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A young man and woman are smiling at each other as they walk past a brightly coloured mural with letters that spell out Leeds.

Ten things to do in Leeds for your 2025 tick list 

If you’re looking for some New Year’s inspiration to get 2025 off to a brilliant start, look no further. For Visit Leeds it’s less ‘new year, new you’ and more – ‘new year, new things to do!’ So here

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20 December 2024

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someone dressed as a rat king and someone dressed in traditional army uniform as a nutcracker fighting with swords

Enjoy Christmas in Leeds For Less

Enjoy Christmas in Leeds for less Leeds is a city that comes alive during Christmas, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to enjoy it! From markets to museums, festive shows to winter walks, find out some of

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26 November 2024

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Lights, camera, action! Highlights from this year’s Leeds Film Festival 2024.

Lights, camera, action! Highlights from this year’s Leeds Film Festival 2024 From 1 to 17 November Leeds International Film Festival returns to the city for it’s 37th year. One of the UK’s best-loved film festivals, it pres

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30 October 2024

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The best spots to embrace Autumn in Leeds

Autumn has blown into Leeds and its time to swap those beer gardens and rooftop terraces for cosy pubs, roast dinners and strolls through crunchy leaves. It’s a great time of year to explore the city and find cosy spots to warm up and refuel aft

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20 September 2024

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The Best Cocktails In Leeds

If you want to mix it up with a cocktail or two then Leeds has an eclectic choice. Head to one of Leeds’ rooftop bars to pair spectacular views with lovingly made creations. For sophisticated glamour, try 

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27 June 2024

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Where to watch UEFA EURO 2024 in Leeds?

If you want to know where to watch the Euros in Leeds – we’ve got you covered! OUTDOOR

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10 June 2024

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