4 Days in Leicester Trip: Budgets, Hotels, Food & Attractions

Day 1 | Morning

King Power Stadium

Ticket Price: 15 GBP

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: King Power Stadium, Filbert Way, LE2 7FL

The King Power Stadium is a stadium in Leicester, the home stadium of the Premier League team Leicester City. It opened in July 2002 and has a seating capacity of 32,500 spectators.

Day 1 | Afternoon

New Walk Museum and Art Gallery nearby is the top choice before you leave King Power Stadium and hit the road.

New Walk Museum and Art Gallery

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,11:00am-4:30pm;Open on Sat-Sun,11:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Hours

Location: 53 New Walk, Leicester LE1 7EA, England

This long-standing museum in Leicester has a history of more than 160 years. Here, visitors can enjoy collections of nature and humanities, including Siberian paleontological skeletons, ancient Egyptian artifacts, return items from outer space and contemporary paintings.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: amazing place to visit!!! Great experience

Day 1 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Hotel Brooklyn Leicester in advance, because all the tourists head to New Walk Museum and Art Gallery love staying at it.

Hotel Brooklyn Leicester

The Hotel Brooklyn Leicester is an ideal spot for travelers wanting to discover the city. The Hotel Brooklyn Leicester is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Leicester.

Boasting a convenient location, the hotel is just 900m from Leicester Railway Station and 26km from East Midlands Airport. With Welford Road Stadium, De Montfort Hall and The Little Theatre all within a short distance, there is no shortage of things to do in the area.

After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel.

When it comes to Leicester hotels, the Hotel Brooklyn Leicester is highly regarded for its excellent facilities.

Day 2 | Morning

National Space Centre

Opening Hours: Open on Sat-Sun,10:00am-5:00pm;Open on Mon-Fri,10:00am-4:00pm

Location: Exploration Drive,Leicester,LE4 5NS,England

The Leicester National Aviation Centre Museum is located in Leicester, England, near the River Sol, dedicated to aerospace technology and astronomy exhibitions. The unique appearance of the building where it is located is like a space capsule, and it has also become one of the prominent local landmarks. The building was designed by the famous British architect - Nicholas Graeme Shaw, with a height of 42 meters, and was officially opened to the public on June 30, 2001.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: absolutely amazing to visit

Day 2 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting National Space Centre, don’t forget pay a visit to Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower.

Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Leicester, England

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: an amazing attraction

Day 2 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower? Holiday Inn Leicester City, an IHG Hotel is one of your top choices.

Holiday Inn Leicester City, an IHG Hotel

Choose the central Holiday Inn Leicester hotel near the High Street for a stroll to city-centre shops and offices. Our open-plan Lobby welcomes you to Holiday Inn Leicester, where you can unwind in the Spirit Leisure Centre with its swimming pool, sauna and Jacuzzi. You're a 2-minute walk from the High Street, and there's an NCP car park next to the hotel. Nottingham East Midlands Airport is 35 miles away and we're 1 mile from Leicester train station . It's a 5-minute walk from Holiday Inn Leicester to a spree at Highcross shopping centre . Lift off in the glass elevators at the National Space Centre 's Rocket Tower, 3 miles away, and explore Bosworth Battlefield . Ask our friendly staff to book your tickets for shows at nearby De Montfort Hall and Curve Theatre. Our hotel is just 2 miles from your business function at Leicester Tigers Rugby Ground and De Montfort Hall. You can easily get to meetings at the University of Leicester campus, 1.5 miles away, and at the Walkers Crisps factory, 3 miles away. Our 13 meeting rooms have wireless Internet and relaxing break-out area. Our chef prepares a hot breakfast buffet and seasonal dishes and curries in our chic Vermont Restaurant with its cozy alcoves. There's a relaxed bar menu and 24-hour Room Service. Under-13s stay and eat free when sharing a Guest room and eating with adults in the restaurant.

Day 3 | Morning

Jewry Wall Museum

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: 156-160 St. Nicholas Circle | Leicester, Leicester LE1 4LB, England

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: one of the best attractions to visit

Day 3 | Afternoon

Leicester Cathedral nearby is the top choice before you leave Jewry Wall Museum and hit the road.

Leicester Cathedral

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,12:00am-3:00pm;Open on Mon-Thu,11:00am-3:00pm

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-2.0 Hours

Location: St Martins House, 2 Peacock Ln, Leicester LE1 5PZ, UK

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: lovely area to explore

Day 3 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Leicester Cathedral, Holiday Inn - Leicester - Wigston, an IHG Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

Holiday Inn - Leicester - Wigston, an IHG Hotel

Just 10 minutes from the city centre and the M1/M69 junction 21, the Ramada Leicester Stage Hotel offers modern accommodation with free Wi-Fi, free private parking and a 24-hour front desk. The Ramada Leicester Stage Hotel has en suite bedrooms with bathtub, shower and hairdryer and they also come with a TV with satellite channels, a desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Guests can dine at Lesters restaurant at the hotel which offers a wide selection of dishes in the a la carte menu, hot and cold beverage and tasty meals throughout the day. Sunday lunches are also available. At the Ramada Leicester Stage Hotel, there is a fine choice of air-conditioned conference and banqueting suites, that can welcome up to 500 guests.
　　The hotel has 77 en suite bedrooms including a selection of executive rooms with lounge furniture and minibar; bridal suites complete with a four-poster bed; family rooms and inter-connecting rooms. All rooms are either double or twin bedded whilst the family rooms have a double and a single bed. All bedrooms are non-smoking. Every bedroom offers a wealth of facilities including tea and coffee making facilities, a remote control colour teletext TV with free satellite channels and internet connection.
　　Modern open plan restaurant, serving a variety of menus with dishes and prices to suit everyone.

Day 4 | Morning

The Sound House

Location: 28 Southampton Street, Leicester LE1 1SJ, England

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: lovely place!!! Great experience 👍

Day 4 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at The Sound House, you can head to Bradgate Park Trust, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Bradgate Park Trust

Location: Estate Office, Deer Barn Buildings, Bradgate Park Trail, Newtown Linford LE6 0HE, United Kingdom

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: The best park in the UK hands down. Truly magical place

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