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| Leeds Travel Guide for backpackers |
| Victorian buildings and arcades set in pedestrian only streets recall the days when the city was a massive textile-manufacturing centre, but the Leeds of today is a far cry from those days and is enlivened by a large student population that has fuelled the booming nightlife for which the city is famous. |
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 DAILY BUDGET in LEEDS - Bank on spending a minimum of $58 to survive in England, and that is by staying in hostels and doing a spot of self catering. For a slightly more comfortable stay though, look rather at spending about $130 a day for a B&B, restaurant food and a few of the paying sights. |
Armley Mills - Check out the past in this museum that was once a massive textile mill and provided Leeds with its greatest industry.
City Art Gallery - See the works by Henry Moore, the 20th century's greatest sculptor, as well as an excellent collection of French post-impressionist art.
Royal Armouries - War, and all its horrors, are displayed in this purpose-built fortress-like building.
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Cafe Parisa - Park Row, enjoy lunch in the rustic ambience of this cafe. It also serves some fine wine, if your budget stretches to such indulgences.
Hansa's - 72-74 North St., Soothe your conscience at this great Indian vegetarian restaurant.
Orman - Call Lane, Noodles and satay top the menu at this industrial-chic place, which also serves both juice and booze.
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Cockpit Bridge House - Swinegate, Knock back a few while listening to drum'n'bass, Britpop, and indie sounds most nights of the week.
Heaven & Hell - The Grand Arcade, 70's and 80's disco represent “Heaven” while “Hell” comes hot and heavy with house, trance and garage. Way cool!
The Warehouse - 19-21 Somers St., Known throughout the country The Warehouse attracts clubbers from far and wide and is one of the biggest clubs in the city.
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