Daily Leeds City Walking Tour (10:30am)

Overview

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!

Itinerary

1. Leeds Town Hall

   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)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

2. Leeds Art Gallery

   Discover the past and present of this iconic building and it's link with the Henry Moor Institute (exterior visit only)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

3. Millenium Square Leeds

   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!

   · 10 min

4. Leeds City Museum

   Learn about the different exhibitions held here, as well as a very misshapen big cat... (exterior visit only)

   · 10 min· Admission not included

5. Leeds Cathedral

   View this beautiful building and learn about its origin as a Mission founded by a Dominican priest (exterior visit only)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

6. The Light

   A hub of entertainment - learn about this critical development that thrums with life in the modern city! (exterior visit only)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

7. City Varieties Music Hall

   The world's oldest running music hall and a rare surviving relic of the Victorian era (exterior visit only)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

8. Briggate

   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)

   · 5 min· Admission not included

9. Explore these ornate, glass-roofed Victorian arcades

   · 5 min

10. Leeds Kirkgate Market

    Europe's largest indoor market that has survived both bombs and fire (exterior visit only)

    · 5 min· Admission not included

11. Leeds Corn Exchange

    Finish off the tour outside the building that was built as an exchange for grain, a symbol of Leeds' trading past (exterior visit only)

    · 5 min· Admission not included

How to use your ticket

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

Reviews

Product code: 335218P3

Activity offered by Walking Tours in England via Viator.