Travel to historical Leicester
Enjoy the area's history, museums and theatre scene with a rental holiday home in Leicester. This welcoming city is known for its shopping, monuments and university setting. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Leicester
Are you searching for top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your holiday home and experience everything that makes Leicester a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Mallory Park (9 mi / 14.4 km)
- Twinlakes Park (15.4 mi / 24.8 km)
- Donington Park Racing Circuit (16.6 mi / 26.7 km)
- Twycross Zoo (16.6 mi / 26.8 km)
- Nottinghamshire Golf and Country Club (20.4 mi / 32.8 km)
- Nottingham Greyhound Stadium (21.7 mi / 34.9 km)
Exploring the natural features in Leicester
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Leicester is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Victoria Park (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Bradgate Park (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- Melbourne Hall (17.6 mi / 28.4 km)
- Rutland Water Nature Reserve (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- Rutland Water Country Park (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- Coombe Abbey Country Park (19.6 mi / 31.6 km)
Transport to and around Leicester
Fly into East Midlands Airport (EMA), the closest airport, located 15.5 mi (25 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Nottingham (NQT), which is 19.6 mi (31.6 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Leicester (QEW-Leicester Train Station), Leicester Station and Syston Station are the main stations in the area.