Visit Knowsthorpe
Popular places to visit
University of Leeds
Late Victorian and award-winning brutalist and modernist architecture house the classes and students of Leeds’ namesake university, established in 1904.
First Direct Arena
Its honeycombed exterior glowing like a beacon at night, Leeds’ modern music venue draws crowds nightly to its shows featuring local and international stars.
O2 Academy Leeds
If music is your religion, this impressive entertainment venue may become your place of worship; its Gothic façade even looks like a church.
Royal Armouries
Discover the world of weaponry at this purpose-built museum, which contains the national collection of arms and armor from throughout the ages.
Harewood House
Explore the great outdoors at Harewood House, a lovely green space in Leeds. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Roundhay Park
One of the largest city parks in Europe has a huge expanse of parkland, woods, lakes, gardens and lush tropical glasshouses to explore and enjoy.
Things to do
Leeds: Daily Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am)
Leeds: Emmerdale Village Set Guided Tour
York Historical Gems Tour & A Taste of York Chocolate
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in York
Knowsthorpe Hotel Deals
Leeds Marriott Hotel
Pleasant check in. Well appointed room. Breakfast good. Staff excellent
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Clayton Hotel Leeds
Very clean and comfortable, great value for money
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Wetherby
Our room was spotless, staff polite, we had breakfast and it was very good. Lots of places to eat next door which was very convenient.
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
The Queens Hotel
Room was clean and very comfortable. Little touches of chocolates and macaroons in the room on our arrival for a special birthday were a delight. Staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was fresh and delicious
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Hotel Indigo Leeds by IHG
Great hotel, great location, friendly staff and lovely breakfast. Highly recommend
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Discovery Inn Hotel
£70 for the night good value for money. Close to train station and city centre. Left very early so no breakfast taken. Basic. Hotel, no frills, reception staff welcoming and helpful, thanks !
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Knowsthorpe
Hunslet
While Hunslet might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Royal Armouries and Corn Exchange.
Leeds Dock
Shopping, restaurants, and waterfront views are just a few things travelers enjoy about Leeds Dock. Check out Royal Armouries or TeamSport Leeds while you're exploring the area.
Steander
Steander might not have many top sights, but West Yorkshire Playhouse and Royal Armouries are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Holbeck Urban Village
Holbeck Urban Village might not have many top sights, but Canal Wharf and Leeds City Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Leylands
If you're spending some time in Leylands, West Yorkshire Playhouse and Victoria Quarter are top sights worth seeing.
Leeds City Center
Explore the Victorian arcades, such as Grand Arcade, and shop at Trinity Leeds shopping centre. Discover cultural activities in Quarry Hill and Leeds Dock, and visit landmarks like Leeds Art Gallery and Royal Armouries Museum.