Whitkirk Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
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.
Headingley Stadium
Catch an event at Headingley Stadium during your trip to Headingley. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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.
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.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Whitkirk Hotel Deals
The Milner York
Nice visit, usually stay at the Milner. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel York
We enjoyed the river view ! Lovely comfortable bed. Staff was excellent
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly
The hotel is in the perfect location for exploring all the attractions, shops and restaurants in the city centre. It was very clean, the room was perfect for us and the bathroom was spotless and well maintained. The shower was good. All the staff were very friendly and helpful especially a lovely ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Hotel was very central for us.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Leeds
great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Although breakfast was popular I didn’t find enough healthy options for myself. On 2 ocassions on our 2 night stay, bills were not updated to show wnat we had already paid for so my advice is to check every bill carefully. One was the prepaid add on dinner allowance that they offer and the other ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whitkirk
Harehills
While Harehills isn't home to many top sights, Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse are some notable places to visit nearby.
Burmantofts
When in Burmantofts, you can plan a visit to Thackray Museum of Medicine and West Yorkshire Playhouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill might not have many top sights, but Royal Armouries and West Yorkshire Playhouse are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Steander
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Steander and surrounding area, you can visit West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants and waterfront views are some highlights of Leeds Dock. Make a stop by Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
