Get your bearings and discover Leeds through a local’s eyes, with a local, expert guide every day at 10:30am. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city has developed to the cultural paradise you see today.
On this 1.5 hour tour, you'll not only see and learn about our history, but you’ll also gain an authentic insight into modern life in the city today and explore some hidden gems along the way! From Leeds’ boom as a textile powerhouse, to the world’s oldest city music hall and of course, our iconic shopping arcades and quarters, there’s something for everyone on this unique experience.
The tour includes: - Corn Exchange - Town Hall - Kirkgate Market - City Varieties Music Hall - Victoria Quarter
And many hidden treasures!
Town Hall The Headrow, The Headrow, Leeds, United Kingdom
Meet your passionate, local guide outside Leeds Town Hall. You'll receive an introduction to the tour and will gain an understanding of our city's history! (exterior visit only)
The Headrow, Leeds, United Kingdom
Discover the past and present of this iconic building and it's link with the Henry Moor Institute (exterior visit only)
Millennium Square, Leeds, United Kingdom
Home to Christmas markets, food & drink festivals and more - explore this central square. From the electric press, to the civic hall & even Leeds museum, there's plenty to explore in this cultural centre - you might even spot a couple of mysterious golden owls!
Cookridge Street, Millennium Square, Leeds, United Kingdom
Learn about the different exhibitions held here, as well as a very misshapen big cat... (exterior visit only)
Cathedral House Great George Street, Leeds, United Kingdom
View this beautiful building and learn about its origin as a Mission founded by a Dominican priest (exterior visit only)
The Light The Headrow, Leeds, United Kingdom
A hub of entertainment - learn about this critical development that thrums with life in the modern city! (exterior visit only)
Swan Street, Leeds, United Kingdom
The world's oldest running music hall and a rare surviving relic of the Victorian era (exterior visit only)
4 Briggate, Leeds, United Kingdom
Explore Briggate - a hub of commerical activity since the 13th Century and still today! Explore Leeds' past and present, from a textile powerhouse to a shoppers paradise. (exterior visit only)
Vicar Lane, Leeds, United Kingdom
Europe's largest indoor market that has survived both bombs and fire (exterior visit only)
Call Lane, Leeds, United Kingdom
Finish off the tour outside the building that was built as an exchange for grain, a symbol of Leeds' trading past (exterior visit only)
Meet us outside Leeds Art Gallery in Victoria Square on The Headrow.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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