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What to do in Leicester
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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.
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.
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.
De Montfort University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of De Montfort University during your trip to Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
King Power Stadium
Catch an event at King Power Stadium during your trip to Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
De Montford Hall
Enjoy a show at De Montford Hall, a popular theatre in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Areas of Leicester
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.
Glenfield
While there might not be top attractions in Glenfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Abbey Park and Bradgate Park.
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 Burbage Common And Woods are a few top sights nearby.
Narborough
Some popular features of Narborough include its bars and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Cosby Golf Club or Grace Road are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Belgrave
While there might not be top attractions in Belgrave, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Space Centre and Abbey Park.
- National Space Centre
- De Montfort University
- King Power Stadium
- Curve Theatre
- Highcross Shopping Centre
- Leicester Cathedral
- Leicester Racecourse
- Bradgate Park
- New Walk Museum
- Leicester Town Hall
- Welford Road Stadium
- Glenfield Hospital
- Haymarket Shopping Centre
- Abbey Park
- Grace Road
- Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower
- Leicester Guildhall
- Guru Nanak Gurdwara
- Mecca Bingo Leicester
- Walkers Stadium
- Abbey Pumping Station
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