As the third largest city in the UK, Leeds has something for everyone
West Yorkshire's rolling landscapes, hills and broad valleys are on the doorstep
Located in the heart of Leeds, Trinity Leeds is a top shopping and leisure destination
What to do in Leeds
Located in the north of England, Leeds is a thriving and lively city that has something for everyone, from arts, sports and leisure, to entertainment and night life. With over 60,000 students in the city, it is a welcoming and fun place to live and learn.
Delicious world food
There are hundreds of cafes and restaurants around the city that serve cuisine from Italy, Mexico, South Asia, Japan and beyond, so if you want to eat tasty food that reminds you of home or try completely new, exotic flavours, you'll be able to in Leeds.
Fantastic shopping
With over 1,000 shops in the city, Leeds is considered to be one of the best shopping destinations in the UK. There are many independent boutiques, vintage shops, high street stores and designer labels in the city and you can easily spend a day at Trinity Leeds where you'll find 120 shops, bars and restaurants all under one roof.
Other popular shopping attractions include the Victoria Quarter, a beautiful 18th century shopping arcade with marble interiors and upmarket shops, the Corn Exchange, home to independent boutiques and cafés and Kirkgate Market, the biggest indoor market in Europe with fresh food, drink, fashion, flowers, jewellery and more.
City of culture
Leeds is home to the Northern Ballet, Opera North, the West Yorkshire Playhouse and plenty of museums and galleries. On a night out, you can go to the theatre, watch a comedy show, or enjoy opera and ballet.
Music for your mood
Leeds has a buzzing music scene, with venues and nightclubs around the city playing music to suit all tastes. Each year, the three-day Leeds Festival attracts 75,000 music fans, while the First Direct Arena in the Leeds city centre is the venue of choice for top music acts.
Parks and countryside
If you need a break from your studies you can head over to Roundhay Park, one of the biggest city parks in Europe with its own Tropical World. If you want to escape the city for the day, beautiful countryside is just 20 minutes away by car.
Explore the UK
Leeds has great transport links. If you feel like exploring cities in the UK, London is less than two and a half hours by train, and you can easily get to York, Manchester and Liverpool.
Gallery
Leeds Corn Exchange shopping centre - one of only three in the country which still operates as a centre for trade
Leeds town hall is a popular venue for music, comedy and theatre
Headingley Carnegie Cricket Ground in Leeds is the home of Yorkshire County Cricket Club
Leeds is close to the beautiful Yorkshire Dales