Leeds City Centre Tour
On this guided tour of Leeds city centre, explore the iconic buildings, locations and structures that shape the modern city. Heritage sits alongside contemporary, and your guide will share stories of the people, places and events that have made Leeds what it is today.
Free Cancellation - A full refund is available if cancelled one day before the tour, or exchange to a new date/12-month gift card up to the tour start time.
Low Price Guarantee - Purchase this tour direct with Tours of Leeds to avoid higher reseller pricing.
Description
This guided tour tells the story of how Leeds went from a humble village through to a key market town, then a major industrial powerhouse, and finally to the large modern metropolitan centre it is today.
The city centre's buildings, locations and structures help tell the story and your guide will talk you through the history, bringing the past to life with stories of the people, places and events that shaped the city.
Visit iconic and impressive sites such as City Square, Town Hall, Civic Hall, Kirkgate Market, Corn Exchange and lots more, whilst learning all about the fascinating city of Leeds.
The tour starts on City Square next to Leeds Train Station and finishes at Corn Exchange, which is a perfect place to shop with independent retailers, or to enjoy refreshments. The Corn Exchange is central to Leeds which means its very easy for onward travel after the tour.
Your guide Mike is Leeds born and bred. He is an experienced tour guide and a member of both Leeds Civic Trust and Thoresby Society (Leeds' historical society).
Important Information
Weather
This tour includes outdoor walking, so please check the weather forecast and dress appropriately. In the event of very bad weather, the tour will be cancelled and either a full refund or an exchange to a different date/12 month gift card will be offered.
Timings
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours. Please allow up to 2 hours to account for potential delays and plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the start time for check-in.
Code of Conduct
We have a code of conduct to ensure a respectful and enjoyable experience for all participants. You can find the full code of conduct here.
Accessibility
Whilst designed to be step-free, some parts of the tour feature cobbled pavements. For specific accessibility needs, please contact us at hello@toursofleeds.co.uk.
Comfort Breaks
Toilet facilities are conveniently located along the tour route. Simply inform your guide if you require a comfort break.
Food and Drink
Guests are welcome to consume their own food and drink whilst walking around on the tour.
FAQ
For answers to frequently asked questions, please visit our FAQ page.
Why Book with Tours of Leeds?
Tours of Leeds is a genuine Leeds local and independent operator, with all tours fully self-researched using archived materials including old maps and images, historical trades directories and the British Newspaper Archive.
Bookings
To guarantee the tour's operation, a minimum of two guests is required for the first booking on any tour date. If you're a solo traveler, please check back for availability closer to the date or consider an alternative date.
If you would like to enquire about a private tour for a different day/time, please click here.