Get your bearings and discover Leeds through a locals eyes, on your own exclusive private tour. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city has developed to the cultural paradise you see today.
Step back in time as you uncover how Leeds grew from an industrial powerhouse into the cultural hub it is today. From our booming textile past to the world’s oldest city music hall and the stunning Victorian shopping arcades, you'll experience our city’s evolution firsthand. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories, point out hidden gems, and give you an authentic glimpse into modern life in Leeds.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Expert local guide!
Meeting Points
Departure
Leeds Art Gallery
Please meet the guide outside Leeds Art Gallery in Victoria Square on The Headrow.
Return
Leeds Corn Exchange
The tour will end outside Leeds Corn Exchange.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Get your bearings and discover Leeds through a locals eyes, on your own exclusive private tour. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city has developed to the cultural paradise you see today.
Step back in time as you uncover how Leeds grew from an industrial powerhouse into the cultural hub it is today. From our booming textile past to the world’s oldest city music hall and the stunning Victorian shopping arcades, you'll experience our city’s evolution firsthand. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories, point out hidden gems, and give you an authentic glimpse into modern life in Leeds.
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Expert local guide!
Meeting Points
Departure
Leeds Art Gallery
Please meet the guide outside Leeds Art Gallery in Victoria Square on The Headrow.
Return
Leeds Corn Exchange
The tour will end outside Leeds Corn Exchange.
Itinerary
1
Leeds Town Hall
Meet your passionate, local guide outside Leeds Town Hall. You'll receive an introduction to the tour and will gain an understanding of our city's history!
10 minutes
2
Leeds Art Gallery
Discover the past and present of this iconic building and it's link with the Henry Moor Institute
10 minutes
3
Millenium Square Leeds
Home to Christmas markets, food & drink festivals and more - explore this central square. From the electric press, to the civic hall & even Leeds museum, there's plenty to explore in this cultural centre - you might even spot a couple of mysterious golden owls!
5 minutes
4
Leeds City Museum
Learn about the different exhibitions held here, as well as a very misshapen big cat...
5 minutes
5
Leeds Cathedral
View this beautiful building and learn about its origin as a Mission founded by a Dominican priest
5 minutes
6
The Light
A hub of entertainment - learn about this critical development that thrums with life in the modern city!
5 minutes
7
City Varieties Music Hall
The world's oldest running music hall and a rare surviving relic of the Victorian era
5 minutes
8
4 Briggate
Explore Briggate - a hub of commerical activity since the 13th Century and still today! Explore Leeds' past and present, from a textile powerhouse to a shoppers paradise.
5 minutes
9
Victoria Quarter
Explore these ornate, glass-roofed Victorian arcades
5 minutes
10
Leeds Kirkgate Market
Europe's largest indoor market that has survived both bombs and fire
5 minutes
11
Leeds Corn Exchange
Finish off the tour outside the building that was built as an exchange for grain, a symbol of Leeds' trading past
