Shopping, Culture and Clubs - a Concise Guide to Leeds

Leeds is a playful city that's full of wonderful cultural and heritage sites, which are great fun to explore. more than 100,000 people come to work in the city centre every single day and 1000s more come to shop, eat out or merely to enjoy the range of attractions Leeds has on offer.

From stunning architecture to historical sites, Leeds has some gorgeous things to do and see.

One of the city's best delights is Kirkstall Abbey, which is a historical abbey placed in the outskirts of the city. It is widely regarded as one of britains most complete examples of a medieval Cistercian abbey. construction of the abbey began in 1152 and it took more than seventy-five years to finish. The historical abbey is now a Grade 1 listed building.

As well as Kirkstall Abbey, Leeds has many other things to do, including the historical Kirkgate Market.

Leeds has a wonderful shopping centre, which has a store that are suitable for any pocket. indeed, you'll find high end shops in the city's Victoria Quarter, including branches of harvey nicks, Flannels and other designer stores.

In the merrion centre, you'll find more cost-effective high-street stores including dorothy perkins, warehouse and miss selfridge.

If the quick pace of Leeds' city life is too much for you, you will be pleased to know that the city boasts some stunning park spaces, which include the award winning mandela gardens. These stunning gardens were built at a cost of £12 m to mark the year 2000. The beautiful gardens were awarded a medal at the 2004 chelsea flower show.

If you would rather spend your time doing more arty pursuits, you will be pleased to know that Leeds has 9 fantastic museums and galleries. These include the leeds city museum and the great henry moore institute, so you're sure to find one to enjoy.

Leeds has superb nightlife, which begs to be tasted. Whether you'd rather have a cosy drink in one of the city's quaint pubs or a glass of rose wine at one of Leeds' exclusive wine bars, you will have a exciting night here.

Following your drink, why don't you hit the clubs? Leeds has some superb clubs that cater to any musical style, which means that you will be spoiled for choice.

Leeds also has plenty of venues to see live music, which include the Cockpit. These venues cater mostly to rock music and attract local & touring acts.

Unfortunately, we've arrived at the end of our tourist guide to leeds. despite this, if you need further info, telephone your nearby tourist information centre, who will be happy to help you.