We’ve got bags of travel inspiration to offer.
These are our curated picks of ways to explore and enjoy our vibrant city. Think of it as our guide to the hidden gems, local favourites, and must-not-misses. The kind of tips that can create truly memorable trips, and experiences to treasure.
We’ve put together suggested itineraries for one day, two days and three days in Leeds to help you plan your time. We’ve put together some self-guided tours for exploring the architecture and street art. For something a little different we’ve rounded up some of the unique experiences you can book whether travelling alone or in a group. For more inspiration explore our blogs.
Get the best of all worlds
Why choose between a city-break and countryside retreat? With a trip to Leeds you can have both.
Few other places offer the energy of a European city with such a choice of idyllic countryside, dramatic landscapes and open skies. Combine world-class food and drink, shopping, entertainment and a vibrant nightlife with days exploring picturesque towns and villages, dramatic landscapes and rolling countryside.
Haworth, Ilkley, Otley, Hebden Bridge, Halifax, Bolton Abbey, Saltaire UNESCO Heritage site are just some of the many places to explore on a day trip from Leeds – all easily accessible by bus or train from Leeds City Centre. See our suggested itinerary for three days in Leeds enjoying both city and country.
Leeds & York: The Perfect Package
Leeds & York are two unique and vibrant cities, steeped in history and surrounded by the epic landscapes of two National Parks – the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors. From the medieval streets and ancient walls of York to the grand Victorian arcades and romantic abbey ruins in Leeds, each city retains distinct layers of its history and heritage, alongside fantastic food and drink, music, culture, museums, shopping and exceptional entertainment.
Together they form the perfect package for a trip that combines the city with the countryside, and it’s only 25-minutes to travel between them on the train or 40-minutes by car.