Kirkstall Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kirkstall Abbey showing a church or cathedral, a ruin and heritage elements
Kirkstall Abbey showing a ruin, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Kirkstall Abbey which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and a ruin
Kirkstall Abbey featuring a ruin, heritage elements and a church or cathedral
Kirkstall Abbey which includes a church or cathedral, heritage elements and building ruins

Popular places to visit

Kirkstall Abbey which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and a ruin

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.

Kirkstall Abbey
University of Leeds

University of Leeds

Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.

University of Leeds
First Direct Arena

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.

First Direct Arena
Headingley Stadium

Headingley Stadium

Catch an event at Headingley Stadium during your trip to Headingley. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

Headingley Stadium
Royal Armouries

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.

Royal Armouries
Roundhay Park which includes a fountain, a park and a river or creek

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.

Roundhay Park

Activities

York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$35
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Crux Courtyard

The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate

AU$33
per adult
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds City Centre Walking Tour

Daily Leeds City Walking Tour (10:30am)

AU$29
per adult
Daily Leeds City Walking Tour (10:30am)
1 Hour Private Otley Ghost Tour

1 Hour Private Otley Ghost Tour

AU$32
per adult
1 Hour Private Otley Ghost Tour
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Our pick of the best Kirkstall Hotel Deals

Clayton Hotel Leeds

Clayton Hotel Leeds

4 out of 5
City Walk Sweet Street, Leeds, England
The price is AU$129 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$129
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Basic room comfortable and decent location for train station however no food amenities near by"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Clayton Hotel Leeds
Leeds Marriott Hotel

Leeds Marriott Hotel

4 out of 5
4 Trevelyan Square Boar Lane, Leeds, England
The price is AU$129 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$129
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, and at less than £100 for a night in the city centre including 24 hours parking, a great price. Inevitably given the central location it was a bit noisy until the early hours from nearby clubs, but the room's sound insulation was pretty good. Noise from returning guests in the corridor ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Leeds Marriott Hotel
ibis budget Leeds Centre Crown Point Road

ibis budget Leeds Centre Crown Point Road

2.5 out of 5
2 The Gateway North, Crown Point Road, Leeds, England
The price is AU$74 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$74
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Good location. Friendly staff and very clean. Ideal for an overnight stay"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

ibis budget Leeds Centre Crown Point Road
The Queens Hotel

The Queens Hotel

4 out of 5
City Square, Leeds, England
The price is AU$167 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$167
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,468 reviews)
"The staff went the extra mile to look after u"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Queens Hotel
Quebecs

Quebecs

4 out of 5
9 Quebec Street, West Yorkshire, Leeds, England
Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"We love staying here. People are so welcoming and friendly. And I love the old world charm and style of the lobby and rooms."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

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Quebecs
Cedar Court Harrogate

Cedar Court Harrogate

3.5 out of 5
Park Parade, off Knaresborough Road, Harrogate, England
The price is AU$115 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$115
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Harrogate. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (323 reviews)
"This is such a friendly hotel, the staff are warm and genuine. It was such a pleasure to stay there. The facilities are good, air conditioning would be nice in the bedrooms, but that's not essential. The evening food offering isn't great as the only choice past 5pm is the restaurant or room service. ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Cedar Court Harrogate
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Other neighbourhoods around Kirkstall

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Burley

Burley might not have many top sights, but Headingley Stadium and Hollywood Bowl are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Burley
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Headingley

When in Headingley, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Headingley
Leeds which includes signage, theatre scenes and outdoor art

Hyde Park

If you're spending some time in Hyde Park, Hyde Park Picture House and M&S Company Archive are top sights worth seeing.

Hyde Park
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Woodhouse Cliff

When in Woodhouse Cliff, you can plan a visit to Headingley Stadium and Hyde Park Picture House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Woodhouse Cliff
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New Wortley

While there might not be top attractions in New Wortley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Canal Wharf and Grosvenor Westgate Casino.

New Wortley
Leeds featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

Arena Quarter

While visiting Arena Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Leeds Grand Theatre and O2 Academy Leeds.

Arena Quarter

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