Holbeck Urban Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Holbeck Urban Village
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.
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.
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.
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.
O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York: Horse Drawn Carriage ride & Cream Tea
Our pick of the best Holbeck Urban Village Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Leeds
It's a decent size, pretty clean well located hotel. The down side is that it is pretty much dated. The rooms definitely require a revamp , the heating (radiator) made a load noise once switched on and didn't fully work. The TV is old and has limited channels, the bed was of a good size but the mattress ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Centre
Great location. Near a lot of cool things in the city center and canal area. Great restaurant and bars in the hotel. The room was very nice, a good size, and the shower was very good.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Queens Hotel
Great location staff always very good hotel always warm and clean everything you need
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Perfect for city centre concert and meal, lovely breakfast, nice clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Crown Hotel Harrogate
I've stayed at The Crown a few times...and many will say its outdated...needs a lick of paint...not me...its quite a charming hotel with character and squeaky floorboards...dont ever change...plus the location is fantastic...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Leeds
Great
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holbeck Urban Village
Leeds City Center
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Leeds City Center. Make a stop by Trinity Leeds Mall or Briggate while you're exploring the area.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
Steander
While visiting Steander, you might make a stop by sights like Cultural Quarter and Quarry House Leisure Centre.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
