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Things to do in Leeds

 

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City Varieties Music Hall
Ranked #1 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Built in 1865 above the White Swan public house in Swan Street Leeds. Most famous for hosting BBC's The Good Old Days for 30... more » Owner description: Built in 1865 above the White Swan public house in Swan Street Leeds. Most famous for hosting BBC's The Good Old Days for 30 years. The City Varieties Music Hall has a varied programme of Comedy, Music, Variety, Family shows and Pantomime « less
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Ranked #2 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Cinemas
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Ranked #3 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Parks
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Ranked #4 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Speciality Museums; History Museums
Owner description: Home for the national collection of arms and armour that features five theme-galleries: War, Tournament, Self-Defense,... more » Owner description: Home for the national collection of arms and armour that features five theme-galleries: War, Tournament, Self-Defense, Hunting, and arms and armour of the Orient. « less
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Ranked #5 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Historic Sites; Parks

1500 Acres of Park, Woodland  Leisure Leeds City Council owns and manages Temple Newsam. Considerable care has gone into the restoration and maintenance of the house and gardens... more »

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Ranked #6 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #7 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Historic Sites; Speciality Museums
Owner description: Appeal to your senses at the award winning Thackray Museum. Hear and smell what it was like to walk the grimy streets of... more » Owner description: Appeal to your senses at the award winning Thackray Museum. Hear and smell what it was like to walk the grimy streets of Victorian Leeds.See how medicine past and present is changing your future. Learn about your body and touch the jaw-dropping interactive displays in our Life Zone gallery. Taste the tantalising, freshly prepared treats in our Learning Cafe, Camuco. We offer fun and interest for all ages. Our tickets now last all year so it would be senseless to miss out! See, touch, taste, hear and smell the history of health and medicine!We’re bigger than you think please allow between 2 ½ - 3 hours to enjoy your visit « less
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Ranked #8 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Theatres
Owner description: Situated in the heart of Leeds, the Grand Theatre opened in 1878 and has been entertaining people ever since. With a wide... more » Owner description: Situated in the heart of Leeds, the Grand Theatre opened in 1878 and has been entertaining people ever since. With a wide programme from musicals to stand-up, opera to drama and ballet to family shows, there's bound to be something that you'll enjoy. « less
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Ranked #9 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Historic Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Religious Sites
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Ranked #10 of 75 attractions in Leeds
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Ranked #11 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #12 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Museums; History Museums
Owner description: Housed in what was once the world's largest woollen mill, Leeds Industrial Museum houses a wealth of gems located in a... more » Owner description: Housed in what was once the world's largest woollen mill, Leeds Industrial Museum houses a wealth of gems located in a beautiful riverside setting. Step back in time to learn about the industrial history of Leeds from manufacturing textiles and clothing to printing, engineering and locomotives, which the city was world famous for. « less
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Ranked #13 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Parks
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Ranked #14 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas; Gardens

Tropical World is a fantastic place for all the family to visit - children will LOVE it. There is plenty to look at, as well as information and friendly staff to keep the adults... more »

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Ranked #15 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Museums
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Ranked #16 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
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Ranked #17 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #18 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Scenic Railroads; Parks

Middleton railway based in Leeds lays claim to be the oldest working railway in the world. The railway's base at Moor Road in Hunslet, Leeds boasts a shop and cafe, serving hot... more »

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Ranked #19 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #20 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #21 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Golf Courses
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Ranked #22 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #23 of 75 attractions in Leeds
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Ranked #24 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Parks
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Ranked #25 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Historic Sites
Owner description: This popular stately home was built in the mid-18th century by John Carr, decorated by Robert Adam and furnished by Thomas... more » Owner description: This popular stately home was built in the mid-18th century by John Carr, decorated by Robert Adam and furnished by Thomas Chippendale. Harewood has exhibitions of contemporary art, award winning gardens, a wide range of open-air events: from concerts to kite festivals, car rallies to craft fairs. If you love art or gardens or walks in the countryside; if you’re looking for a family outing, a cultural experience or a romantic afternoon, come to Harewood. « less
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Ranked #26 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #27 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Religious Sites
Owner description: The church of St John the Evangelist is a rare church as few were built during the Carolian period (the reign of Charles I -... more » Owner description: The church of St John the Evangelist is a rare church as few were built during the Carolian period (the reign of Charles I - Carolus being the Latin form of Charles). St John the Evangelist was founded by John Harrison, a wealthy wool merchant in 1634AD. Harrison was well known for his acts of philanthropy and his contribution to the civic development of Leeds. Amongst his acts of benevolence Harrison built twenty almshouses between 1628AD-1634AD, and he gave land and a new building for the Town Grammar School. John Harrison and other leading merchants petitioned Charles I for a new Borough Charter and this was granted in 1626 allowing Leeds its first town council. Leeds was increasing in size and population by the beginning of the seventeenth century, and it seems it was in reaction to the growing demand for another place of worship that the building of St John the Evangelist was embarked upon. « less
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Ranked #28 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #29 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #30 of 75 attractions in Leeds
Category: Libraries
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