About Leeds

About Leeds

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When it comes to city breaks, few destinations can hold a candle to Leeds by night with its array of restaurants, bars, clubs and entertainment, not to mention the renowned theatres, opera house and ballet companies.

By day, Leeds is the 'Knightsbridge of the North' with designer stores, independent boutiques, high street favourites and market bargains all within easy walking distance. The city centre is also home to the Royal Armouries museum and Leeds Art Gallery, with the stately homes of Harewood House and Lotherton Hall just a short journey away.

The city boasts a rich creative heritage. It hosts events such as the annual Leeds International Concert Season and Leeds International Film Festival and showcases outstanding productions and performances at venues like the West Yorkshire Playhouse, Leeds Grand Theatre and Leeds Town Hall. It is the only English city outside London with its own opera and ballet companies – the internationally acclaimed Opera North and Northern Ballet Theatre.

Leeds is filled to bursting with great places to eat, from coffeehouses where you can get a quick cuppa and piece of cake, to exquisite fine dining restaurants serving gastronomic wonders. Leeds is renowned for its good nights out. As well as the usual favourites the city has a fantastic array of independent bars and clubs. And when the evening is over there is a fantastic choice of accommodation, from exclusive boutique hotels to more affordable budget options.

Leeds’ top 10

1.   Harvey Nichols
2.   Victoria Quarter
3.   Corn Exchange
4.   Malmaison Brasserie
5.   Kirkgate Market
6.   The Light
7.   Simply Heathcotes Brasserie
8.   The Wardrobe
9.   Leeds International Pianoforte and Opera North
10. The West Yorkshire Playhouse

Diane Howse, Lady Lascelles of Harewood House, artist and curator: "I think one of things Leeds has got is the range of people and different cultures that make up the city.  Physically and socially, it really has such a breadth"

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