Harehills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Harehills
Popular places to visit
Thackray Museum of Medicine
Learn all about the history of healthcare and the advances that have shaped the way the world cares for its population through imaginative and creative exhibits.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
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.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Harewood. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
York Jorvik Viking History Walking Tour Adventure
Our pick of the best Harehills Hotel Deals
The Queens Hotel
"Amazing location and due to change of plans, took our dog with us too! Great hotel, everyone pleasant, lovely seating area to have a drink. Would definitely go again!"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Clayton Hotel Leeds
"Arrived at the hotel where there was plenty of on-site parking - a rare find in Leeds, and reasonably priced at £24 for the two nights. Greeted by receptionist who was warm and welcoming. No fuss check-in and the upgrade we were offered pre-check in was all confirmed. The room, as with everywhere ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"Reception staff friendly and helpful Clean room Fresh breakfast Water infused in the reception area"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
"Rooms were excessively hot, fan provided but still boiling all night. Some sort of fan system in the room but didn’t seem to provide any cool air and was very noisy"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"Enjoyed our stay, staff and food all great"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Novotel Leeds Centre
"Comfortable bed. Very clean."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harehills
Burmantofts
When in Burmantofts, you can plan a visit to Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chapeltown
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chapeltown and surrounding area, you can visit Thackray Museum of Medicine and First Direct Arena.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Little London
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Little London and surrounding area, you can visit First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds.
Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill might not have many top sights, but Royal Armouries and West Yorkshire Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
