Leeds’s interesting features distinguish it from other cities and contribute to its constant flow of tourists, particularly Yorkshire Terrier lovers. After all, it was here that this breed, so beloved, especially by women, was developed.

Leeds Attractions and Entertainment
Despite Leeds’s large size, its historic center is quite compact. The stunning Town Hall, built in 1852, was opened by Queen Victoria herself and is one of the largest town halls in the country. Today, the Town Hall hosts concerts and official events, as well as the Leeds International Film Festival.

Next to the Town Hall is the Leeds Art Gallery, which houses one of the finest collections of 20th-century British art. Sculptor Henry Moore lived in Leeds for a long time, and today the Leeds Art Gallery houses an excellent selection of his works.

Other Leeds attractions include Sir William de Aldeburgh’s beautiful 12th-century Harewood Palace, the seat of Sir William de Aldeburgh. A million pounds was invested in its restoration in the early 21st century. A fully-fledged café opened in the courtyard, serving dishes using vegetables and herbs grown in the castle garden.

The Royal Armouries Museum has housed the National Collection of Arms and Antique Armour from the Tower of London since 1996. It features a rich collection of weaponry from around the world: from the Ottoman Empire, the Wild West, weapons and ammunition of Japanese shoguns, Indian armour, and the personal weapons of European rulers.

Also a must-see is the majestic, dilapidated Kirkstall Abbey. It is one of the surviving medieval monasteries, dating back to the 12th century, and a remarkable example of early Cistercian architecture. The abbey is set in a beautiful park, and the Abbey Museum is located across the road.

In Roundhay Park you will find one of the largest greenhouses in the UK – Tropic World.