10 TOP Things to Do in Leicester August 2025

Curve Theatre featuring street scenes and theatre scenes

Leicester Town Hall which includes a fountain, a square or plaza and an administrative building

National Space Centre featuring a garden and modern architecture

Curve Theatre which includes theatre scenes and modern architecture

Leicester Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Leicester is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Leicester to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Leicester Attractions

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What to do in Leicester

Discover the most popular places to visit in Leicester

National Space Centre

Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum.

Curve Theatre

At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows.

Leicester Cathedral

Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation.

Leicester Town Hall

Marvel at the intricate craftsmanship of this 19th-century landmark, take a tour of its stately rooms and relax in a leafy public square.

New Walk Museum

Examine millennia-old dinosaur fossils, mummies from ancient Egypt and work by artists such as J.M.W. Turner at this museum and gallery.

University of Leicester

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Leicester, during your travels in Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

King Power Stadium

Catch an event at King Power Stadium during your trip to Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

De Montfort University

Explore the campus of De Montfort University, during your trip to Leicester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Mallory Park

Catch an event at Mallory Park during your trip to Leicester. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Explore areas of Leicester

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Leicester City Centre

Travelers come to Leicester City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Leicester Town Hall and Curve Theatre while you're in town.

Curve Theatre showing a city and street scenes

Cultural Quarter

While visiting Cultural Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Curve Theatre and Athena Conference Centre.

Leicestershire which includes street scenes and a city

Glenfield

While Glenfield might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Belvoir Castle and Bradgate Park.

Narborough

Well-liked for its bars and spas, you might stop by Cosby Golf Club and Grace Road while you're exploring Narborough and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Earl Shilton

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Earl Shilton. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Mallory Park and Concordia Theatre, a few notable attractions nearby.

Westcotes

When in Westcotes, you can plan a visit to King Power Stadium and Leicester Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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