Cultural Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cultural Quarter
Popular places to visit
Curve Theatre
At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.
New Walk Museum
Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.
National Space Centre
Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
Leicester Town Hall
Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.
Athena Conference Centre
After visiting Athena Conference Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Cultural Quarter Hotel Deals
The Belmont Hotel
Really clean and pleasant, super friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
Nice room
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
ibis Leicester City
Nothing to complain about. Staff was very helpful and accommodating
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
Really cosy hotel great location - its tired but well managed
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2020
Leicester Marriott Hotel
Room was tidied when we went to breakfast. Breakfast choices were good and the staff very friendly and helpful. Dining in the evening was very good and they were very helpful with portions as we had our granddaughter with us aged 8
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Novotel Leicester
car park isnt the easiest to find if your not from the area, staff very friendly and rooms were nice and clean. Not sure on all the mirrored surfaces, takes a while to get used to them and the sliding toilet door not sealing makes privacy limited.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cultural Quarter
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre while you're in town.
Latimer
While Latimer isn't home to many top sights, National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westcotes
While there might not be top attractions in Westcotes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like King Power Stadium and Belvoir Castle.
Clarendon Park
Though Clarendon Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like De Montford Hall and Welford Road Stadium.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
Hamilton
While there might not be top attractions in Hamilton, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Athena Conference Centre.
