Aerial view of the beautiful domed interior of the historic Leeds Corn Exchange near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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A Victorian beauty turned into an independent shopping haven. Quirky boutiques, great coffee, and the kind of architecture that makes you stop mid-scroll for a photo.

Close-up of a bronze football statue wrapped in club colors, a local landmark near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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Home of Leeds United and a cathedral for football fans. Even if you don’t know your offside from your overhead kick, the atmosphere here will sweep you up.

Leeds Playhouse architecture with colorful geometric panels on a facade near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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Bold, brilliant theatre with stories that stick. From new voices to classics with a twist, it’s always curtain-up on something unforgettable.

Roundhay Park scene showing a large tree and bench with autumn leaves near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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700 acres of green space, lakes, and secret gardens — basically Leeds’ answer to the great outdoors.

Aerial view of the Temple Newsam house and grounds, located near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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A grand Tudor-Jacobean mansion wrapped in rolling parkland.

Ruins of the impressive medieval Kirkstall Abbey on a grassy lawn near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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These atmospheric ruins have stood since the 12th century, and they’re still stealing the spotlight. 

Exterior of the illuminated historic Leeds City Museum with large steps, located near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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From ancient mummies to natural wonders, this place packs a world of stories under one roof. Bonus: it’s free, so you’ve no excuse not to pop in.

Royal Armouries architecture near the Leeds dockside with flags and water near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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An extraordinary collection of arms and armour spanning centuries of history. From knights in shining steel to tales of epic battles, it’s a museum that brings the past vividly to life.

Landscape view of a rugged, twisted tree on a rocky hill in the scenic Yorkshire Dales near The Met Hotel Leeds, England

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Sweeping hills, timeless stone villages, and landscapes that feel almost otherworldly. Just a short trip from Leeds, it’s a breath of fresh air in every sense.