Whitkirk Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Whitkirk
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Our pick of the best Whitkirk Hotel Deals
Radisson Hotel York
"Very accessible"
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
The Milner York
"The hotel is beautiful, and the communal areas are luxurious. Breakfast was delicious and a great selection. Comfy bed and nice spacious shower. My only disappointment was the room I was allocated compared to other rooms of similar prices I saw. I was in room 227, end of a corridor, it was small, ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
"Lovely place to stay. Ideal location for all the pubs and places to see. Lovely breakfast and plenty of choice."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Malmaison York
"We cannot praise the staff at this hotel highly enough. From the front desk to breakfast staff to the room attendants. All were welcoming, polite and so friendly. The location is great, it’s an easy walk to train and we had a lot of luggage and an easy walk into town. We would highly recommend staying ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
The Queens Hotel
"Excellent clean room"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott York
"Good place to stay, amenities are nice, a beautiful view and staff are great, entire place is well kept. Breakfast is slightly on the pricier side."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Whitkirk
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.
Arena Quarter
While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or Cultural Quarter while you're exploring.
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.
Holbeck
Holbeck is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Canal Wharf, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
