A trip to Leeds is your ticket to boutique shopping, lively nightlife and Victorian heritage. From the city centre of Leeds, travel to the vibrant Headingley district, or visit the hilly Yorkshire countryside nearby.

Things to do

Highlight of several outstanding museums in and around the city centre, The Royal Armouries on the riverside has jousting displays. It's fun to travel to Leeds' majestic Harewood House in the countryside, or book tickets on Leeds' historic Middleton Railway.

Shopping

Booking an airline ticket to Leeds allows you to discover its attractive city centre shopping area, bursting with fashion and style from designer boutiques in the distinguished Victoria Quarter to high-street chains and department stores. Locals with an eye for a bargain shop at traditional covered Kirkgate Market.

Restaurants

After flights to Leeds, you can sample authentic cooking in the city centre or Headingley from spicy Kashmiri to filling fish and chips. For elegant modern gastronomy, Anthony's Restaurant is Leeds' top name.

Nightlife

Leeds city centre offers a renowned club scene, and live music from jazz to rock and folk. The opulent Victorian Leeds Grand Theatre & Opera House is the leading venue for ballet, opera and drama. Headingley is popular for late pubs and cocktail bars.

When to go

KLM has frequent flights to Leeds. Book your Leeds airline ticket to catch top events. August brings the Leeds Festival, while in December, the city gets festive with the Christkindlmarkt, or Christmas Market.