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Going away for a day trip or the entire weekend in Leeds doesn’t have to break the bank. From the tastiest street food to inspiring street art – here are a few budget friendly places we recommend checking out on your next to trip away with LNER.
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Family days out in Leeds
Scenic canal walks
What better way to explore Leeds than along its beautiful canals? And the best part – you can do as much or as little as you want. Stretching a whopping 13-miles, you can walk along and see incredible sights like Kirkstall Abbey, Kirkstall Valley Nature Reserve, Bramley Hall Park, Rodley Nature Reserve, Calverley Woods and Buck Wood.
Price range: Free
Location: All over Leeds
Best times to visit: We recommend lunchtime
Dough boys
Great name. Great food. Buy by the slice and choose from an array of handmade pizzas, meaning you can experience as few (or as many) as you want. Plus, they offer a great deal: Half Price Slice which runs until 5pm on Friday and Saturday, and until 7pm from Sunday to Thursday. It just screams ‘come and eat me!’
Price range: £
Location: Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen, Leeds, LS2 8JP
Opening Times: Mon to Thur: 12pm - late, Fri to Sun: 11am - late
The Royal Armouries
Housing 8,500 war-related treasures, you’ll be captivated for hours at the Royal Armouries. See a diverse collection of arms, armour and artillery dates from antiquity to the present day – including Henry VIII’s tournament armour and objects from popular culture such as the ‘Aliens’ pulse rifle.
Price range: Free
Location: Armouries Drive, Leeds, LS10 1LT
Opening Times: Tues to Sun: 10am - 5pm
Couples days out
Junkyard Golf
The self-proclaimed craziest golf in the world. There are three 9-hole course to choose from in this weird and wonderful place. And once you made par, why not step over to the bar and try one of their incredible cocktails. Located smack-bang in the city centre – it’s a place you can get lost in for hours.
Price range: Off-peak 9 holes £9.50
Location: The Light, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 8TL
Opening times:See here
Fat Annie's
If you’re looking for quality cheap eats, Fat Annie’s is the place to be. Situated in Leeds Krikgate Market, they pride themselves on New York inspired street food. Serving up meat-free dogs, burgers and an array of sides that’ll fill your belly with joy. Be sure to swing by and fill your face with bargain grub when you’re passing by.
Price range: £
Location: Kirkgate Market, Leeds, LS2 7HY
Opening Times: Mon to Sat: 9:30am - 5pm
Kitty Cafe
Calling all cat people. The Kitty Café is perfect location for a date – cosy up to each other, and snuggle up to a few four-legged friends over a cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or even a slice of cake. But approach with caution. Not because of their claws, you might leave with more than you bargained for as all of the cats are up for adoption, the temptation is real.
Price range: £
Location: Kitty Cafe, Leeds, LS1 6BZ
Opening times: Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 (Saturday 10:00 - 20:00)
Solo days out in Leeds
The Street Art Trail
Experience Leeds in a different way. Wander around the city taking some of the stunning artworks that line the city’s walls – all for free. The Street Art Trail helps you discover parts of Leeds you’d probably never think of visiting, all while seeing a spread of street art – including a number of incredible Leeds United murals that pay homage to player legends and the team’s success.
Price range: Free
Location: All over Leeds
Best times to visit: We recommend first thing or midday
Banh & Mee
Vietnamese street food doesn’t get much better. And there’s something for the whole family here – chow-down on a bowl of pho, slurp some noodles or bite into a crusty baguette… all for a great price! And if someone in the family wants to try something different don't worry, you’re in the famous Kirkgate Market where there are plenty of street food vendors who will hit the spot too.
Price range: £
Location: Kirkgate Market Foodhall, Leeds, LS2 7HY
Opening Times: Monday to Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
The Corn Exchange
Food, drink, vintage shopping and Victorian architecture all in one place. Step inside The Corn Exchange, a Grade I listed building that houses quirky boutiques and independent food traders. Admire the stunning domed ceiling that makes you feel like you travelling across the world in an airship. It also hosts festivals and events – so keep an eye out.
Price range: Free to visit - we definitely recommend having a browse in the local businesses and supporting local!
Location: Leeds Corn Exchange, Call Lane, Leeds LS1 7BR
Opening Times: Open 7 days a week
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