Hamilton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Leicester Cathedral
Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.
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.
Jewry Wall
Walk amid the ruins of this millennia-old Roman bathhouse and browse the archaeological collections of the adjacent museum.
University of Leicester
Explore the campus of University of Leicester during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Our pick of the best Hamilton Hotel Deals
voco Leicester by IHG
"The best hotel you’ll find for the price. Simple as that."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
The Beeches Hotel and Leisure Club
"Great dpot"
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport
"Friendly and quick check in at 2am, very efficient. Room very comfortable, 2 extremely comfy double beds and bathroom was immaculately clean and well maintained"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
"Very nice place inside university grounds. Much bigger than anticipated. One comment though - there’s no a/c in the rooms. It really needs it."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Bosworth Hall Hotel & Spa
"Looks great from the outside but tired in the inside. My room was quirky which was fine but the furniture and the bathroom in particular was very dated and could have done with some tlc. The food was ok - bar snacks - but seemed to be very random opening and closing times in the evening. Stunning ..."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Leonardo Hotel and Conference Venue Hinckley Island
"Great room, great facilities, wonderful breakfast all at a very reasonable price. Would happily stay again."
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Hamilton
Leicester City Centre
Travellers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Curve Theatre and Highcross Shopping Centre while you're in town.
Cultural Quarter
If you're spending some time in Cultural Quarter, Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Earl Shilton
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Earl Shilton. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Mallory Park and Tropical Birdland are a few top sights nearby.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.
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.
