Kirkstall
Leeds
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Popular places to visit
Kirkstall Abbey
Wander the grounds of a beautifully preserved medieval abbey set on the grassy banks of the River Aire and uncover the history within the complex’s grand ruins.
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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.
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.
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.
Kirkstall Hotel Deals
The Queens Hotel
We needed a hotel for an overnight stay. For the price that we paid we were not impressed. Hotel not as luxurious as we had expected and required updating. Staff were also not friendly or welcoming.
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Attentive and friendly staff, efficient check in and check out. Comfy toom with the Marriott bed linen, always a good sleep. Hotel in quite a good position in town with good entrance for drop off and pick up.
Reviewed on 2026/3/19
Clayton Hotel Leeds
Very helpful staff at the desk and dining room.
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Crown Hotel Harrogate
The welcome was good. Booked parking and was told which bay was ours for the night. Executive room was huge, needing updating but clean. Bed was super hard pillows thin so didn't sleep too well. Informed the receptionist on check out but she only wished us a safe journey home. No mention of the poor ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Hyatt House Leeds
Brilliant stay. All staff were friendly and courteous. We left our bag there before check in and also after check out which was a brilliant perk. The room was amazing and the toiletries were lovely - the handwash smelt devine. Breakfast was good, plenty of options but it was very busy so things did ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/15
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
Lovely stay in Harrogate, hotel and staff were excellent and the breakfast was amazing, everything and anything you could possibly need and eat
Reviewed on 2026/3/15
Other neighborhoods around Kirkstall
Burley
While Burley might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House.
Headingley
When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
While visiting Hyde Park, you might make a stop by sights like Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive.
Woodhouse Cliff
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Woodhouse Cliff and surrounding area, you can visit Hyde Park Picture House and Headingley Stadium.
New Wortley
While New Wortley isn't home to many top sights, Leeds Park Square and Canal Wharf are some notable places to visit nearby.
Little London
Little London might not have many top sights, but First Direct Arena and O2 Academy Leeds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
