The Best Things to do in Leeds this Summer

By Student Cribs | April 3, 2025 | Reading Time: 4 minutes

With summer just around the corner, it’s definitely time to start organising your summer schedule. Whether you are living in and around Leeds, or you are just visiting, there are a variety of activities for everyone to enjoy in the sunshine! So, here are the best things to do in Leeds this summer!

1) Roundhay Park

Roundhay Park is one of the biggest parks in Europe. With over 700 acres of parkland, lakes, woodland and gardens, the park is popular among locals and visitors. The venue offers multiple options for food and drinks along with free parking, making is accessible for anyone that wishes to visit.

2) Treeside Alpacas

This family run business offers the unique opportunity to meet and get to know the alpacas, before taking them for a walk around Moss Carr farm. The unusual experience offers countryside views of the local Yorkshire area, allowing visitors to experience the variety of wildlife with a new companion!

3) Burley Stepping Stones

Burley Stepping Stones in the perfect place to visit if you want to spend time with your friends or family in the sunshine. This gorgeous destination is a popular picnic spot as well as a scenic walking and biking trail. Not only that, if you get too hot, you can go for a refreshing swim to cool off. Burley Stepping Stones is also a dog friendly area, so you are guaranteed to see lots of cute pups!

4) Belgrave Music Hall & Canteen

Belgrave Music Hall is an independent venue that offers its visitors the experience of music, art, film and food. The building is spread across three floors and includes its famous roof terrence. Offering canteen style street food sourced from local producers, Belgrave is the perfect place to chill out with friends and enjoy the summer sun. One of our favourite vendors Patty’s Burgers, has a kitchen located at Belgrave Music Hall and Canteen and is currently offering Buy 1 Get 1 for £1 on selected burgers!

5) Tropical World

If you are looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of the city centre atmosphere, Tropical World is the perfect place to get away and explore! With a wide range of tropical butterflies, birds, lemurs, monkeys and more, Tropical World is becoming increasingly popular amongst its visitors. Named one of the 10 Leeds Student Secrets, Tropical World is a very affordable option for your summer schedule, with tickets starting from just £4.

We all want to make the most of the sunshine when it comes (as it really isn’t around for that long) and Leeds is a destination that definitely accommodates for the sun. Whether you are a university student just finishing a difficult exam season for the summer or a family looking for somewhere new to visit, Leeds offers an abundance of activities for everyone to enjoy in the summer sun!

This blog was written by Ellie Johnston at Leeds Beckett University.

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