Hawksworth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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.
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.
Temple Newsam House
Uncover 500 years of history at this magnificent Tudor-Jacobean country mansion that looks out upon a scenic estate and is filled with artifacts and decorative arts.
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 Hawksworth Hotel Deals
The Queens Hotel
"Lovely old, characterful hotel with a very helpful and friendly staff and a lovely breakfast"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
"Lovely setting. Very pleasant staff. Would recommend in the future."
Reviewed on 2 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
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
"Enjoyed our stay, staff and food all great"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
The Yorkshire
"Breakfast was really nice and fresh. Parking is tight and £15 per night for guests. No air con in rooms so they get very warm. We were above the pub entrance area on the 2nd floor so noisy around 7am. In a great location for the centre of Harrogate and would stay again and ask for a room on the front ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Novotel Leeds Centre
"Comfortable bed. Very clean."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hawksworth
Far Headingley
Far Headingley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Headingley
When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Burley
Burley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hollywood Bowl are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Woodhouse Cliff
When in Woodhouse Cliff, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.
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.
