Cultural Quarter
Leicester
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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.
Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower
This 19th-century monument is a favorite meeting point for locals and a gateway to the city’s shopping districts, historic attractions and vibrant Cultural Quarter.
Top hotels in Cultural Quarter
The Belmont Hotel
Lovely big room with everything we needed. We did have a step into the bathroom which customers need to be aware of. Bathroom was super clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. We needed to check in early and our bags were kept safely although our room was ready for us soon after our arrival. ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection
The staff were truly the best I have ever encountered in a hotel: I called to say I would be late and was told not to worry in the least and that the most important thing was to drive safely. When I arrived, I wasn't sure where the hotel carpark was, called again and the duty manager came out to ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre
10/10. Excellent location just a shame parking wasn’t available on the day we stayed at the hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
ibis Leicester City
Room was dated, with leather peeling off the chair, no desk as advertised, no iron or ironing board available in rooms. There is an ironing room, the board leave marks all over your clothes. Had to fill in forms asking strange questions on check in.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
voco Leicester by IHG
lovely clean hotel, but be warned parking is expensive like a lot of hotels
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Burleigh Court Hotel
Excellent welcome abd information from staff Free Parking Room quiet warm no noisy fans heaters Bedding clean, great choice of pillows Wide corridors quiet
Reviewed on 26 Apr 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 Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower 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 Leicestershire Golf Club and National Space Centre.
