Leeds, the third largest city in the UK, is the capital of West Yorkshire, England. Leeds is the second largest financial center and the second largest legal center in the UK, an international metropolis, an important economic, commercial, industrial and cultural center in central England, one of the eight core cities in England, located in the geographical center of the UK, between London and Edinburgh, and is an important transportation hub in the UK.

　　Leeds is a vibrant city with a long history and rich cultural heritage. It was once the industrial center of the UK, the cultural, financial and commercial center of West Yorkshire, and a small British city with its own filter.

　　Main attractions:

　　1. Royal Armouries Museum

　　A placing holding National collection of Arms and Armour should be rim of your bucket list in Leeds. The museum is an exceptional center of war histories and narratives of experimental weapons. The building itself is a real thing to see in Leeds, that holds 5,000 items in its permanent collection for display including historical trophies, battle elephants, swords, interactive models of historic battles and hundreds of different exhibits. All the five floors of museum are worth watching for all ages, and if you get lucky you can also get entertained by occasional live performances.

　　2. Leeds Town Hall

　　This Cuthbert Brodrick-designed icon was opened by Queen Victoria in 1858, but it still has hallmarks of royal finery to this day. It’s a towering symbol of civic pride and a fine example of Victorian architecture, retaining many of its old-world features. Guided tours are the best way to see inside and out, taking you into the cavernous Victoria Hall to see the incredible organ, down into the old bridewell cells below ground and up to the clock tower for incredible city views.

　　3. Kirkstall Abbey

　　There are few better things to do in Leeds than exploring the wonderful Kirkstall Abbey. It’s one of the best remaining medieval Cistercian abbeys left in Britain and you can take a tour through its breathtaking ruins, weaving in and out of the dilapidated rooms where monks once lived and prayed. Building started back in 1152, but much of what you see now was finished by 1182 and, despite the Dissolution of the Monasteries, it remains a grand structure, set in a pretty park.

　　4. Temple Newsam

　　Temple Newsam is another historical landmark of Leeds city in England, which is famous for its decorative arts in Britain. The house which has been the residence of Lords and parliamentary members is a hidden gem of Leeds in consideration of perseverance. Lying within parkland of 1500 acres area, it is a celebrated historic building of the region.

　　5. Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills

　　Leeds city has always been known for its diverse economy contribution to England and the credit goes to the industrialization of this region. Leeds Industrial Museum at Armley Mills lying at Canal road is the genuine center to narrate the story of manufacturing which includes textiles, clothes, machines and engineering department. Proving itself an industrial heritage of West Yorkshire, England, this museum exhibits an extraordinary collection of textile machinery, railway equipment, and heavy engineering which altogether is a pure display of local industry.

　　6. Leeds Art Gallery

　　British government has honored the Leeds Art Gallery for containing the collection of 20th Century British art of national importance. The Victorian building of this art museum is stunning beauty in itself, which attracts tourists to take a look at historical paintings and sculptures of previous centuries. The notable displays of the Leeds Art Gallery are big league Joseph Beuys exhibitions and Lothar Goetz’s wall painting for the Victorian staircase. Truly an intriguing gallery of the modern and classic art collection and coffee at stunning tiled-hall makes it worth watching.

　　7. Harewood House

　　Harewood House, the Earl of Harewood’s home, is a beautiful Georgian country house finished in 1771, after a 30-year construction period. This magnificent property is located approximately eight miles north of Leeds and features interiors by Robert Adam. The exquisite wall and ceiling paintings were made by Angelika Kauffmann, and furnishings by the famous English furniture designer, Thomas Chippendale.

　　8. Tropical World Leeds

　　Situated at the center of town, Tropical World Leeds-zoo is a favorite tourist attraction for families and kids for being brimmed with exotic plant life, exciting landscapes and diverse range of wild animals. This zoo is honored for holding the tag of Britain’s largest greenhouse featuring vast collection of tropical plants and animals. Affordable for family fun time to explore butterflies, birds and animals along with aquatic life.

　　9. Roundhay Park

　　A park that amuses about one million visitors a year is one most the biggest park in Europe, which is literally perched out over 700 acres (maybe more than it) land of woodland, gardens, lakes, and parkland. The park is a magical destination, full of surprises promising you to give an unforgettable time of your lives.

　　10. Leeds City Museum

　　Leeds City Museum is located in Millennium Square in Leeds. It was established in 1819 and reopened in 2008. Visiting this museum is a journey of exploration and discovery, allowing every visitor to come with joy and leave with satisfaction. Leeds City Museum mainly tells the long history of the city of Leeds. It is highly interactive and very beneficial for citizens. You can bring your children to learn about the history of the city where you live.