{"id":1892,"date":"2017-02-13T15:47:42","date_gmt":"2017-02-13T15:47:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/host-students.com\/uncategorized\/new-leeds-time-explore-city\/"},"modified":"2025-10-15T13:47:50","modified_gmt":"2025-10-15T13:47:50","slug":"new-leeds-time-explore-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/host-students.com\/information\/new-students\/new-leeds-time-explore-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Studying in Leeds? Let&#8217;s explore the city."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a new student in the city of Leeds &#8211; or perhaps you\u2019ll be calling it home later this year when you start university, you\u2019re probably wondering what it\u2019s like. Between lectures, coursework and reading, you\u2019re sure to have some spare time to enjoy and explore the city. And when you do, here are some of our favourite things to do in Leeds:<\/p>\n<h4>Beat the clock<\/h4>\n<p>Put your thinking cap on and swap the books for some real-life puzzles at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ticktockunlock.com\/location\/leeds\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">locations<\/a>.\u00a0 Work together as a team with your friends or fellow flatmates to solve the puzzles and make your escape from the different themed games. Choose from Alice in Wonderland, The Hatch or Blueprint \u2013 but keep an eye on the clock as you only have 60 minutes to get out.<\/p>\n<h4>Hit the shops<\/h4>\n<p>Located in the heart of the city and with an iconic glass roof, you\u2019ll find 120 shops and over 20 bars and restaurants to choose from all under one roof at <a href=\"https:\/\/trinityleeds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">locations<\/a> shopping centre. So, whether it\u2019s fashion, beauty, jewellery or tech that you\u2019re after &#8211; or simply a bite to eat, you won\u2019t be short of choice! Or if you\u2019re looking to really treat yourself, head over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.victorialeeds.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Victoria Leeds<\/a> for some designer indulgence.<\/p>\n<h4>Be part of the drama<\/h4>\n<p>If you\u2019re a soap super fan then you\u2019ve come to the right place. You can visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.emmerdalestudioexperience.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Emmerdale Studio Experience<\/a>. Located at the former ITV Studios, take a tour and learn about life in the Dales and most importantly, snap a selfie at The Woolpack or enjoy a brew in the Caf\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p>When the sun\u2019s shining head over to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.yorkshire.com\/view\/attractions\/leeds\/kirkstall-abbey-125603\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Emmerdale Studio Experience<\/a> to explore the historic architecture, sit back and enjoy a picnic among the wildlife and beautiful parkland or take a leisurely stroll along the Riverside. No matter what you do, you\u2019re sure to unwind and relax in the peace and tranquility of the Abbey.<\/p>\n<h4>Catch the latest blockbuster<\/h4>\n<p>Got a date lined up? Catching up with friends? Film lover? Whatever the reason, take a trip back in time and enjoy a movie at one of the oldest cinemas in the country at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hydeparkpicturehouse.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Emmerdale Studio Experience<\/a>. Built in 1914, the cinema has survived both world wars, decades of city development, and hundreds of visitors on nights out. Best of all, the prices are reasonable and student discount is available!<\/p>\n<h4>Enjoy a night on the town<\/h4>\n<p>Make it a night to remember with a visit to one of the most famous nightspots in the city \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/leeds-list.com\/food-and-drink\/the-ultimate-guide-to-call-lane\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Call Lane<\/a>. Located just over a mile away from our Leeds student accommodation at The Foundry, you\u2019ll find everything from clubs and live music venues to swanky cocktail bars and fine dining. So whether it\u2019s a romantic evening for two, or somewhere to dance until your heart\u2019s content, you won\u2019t be disappointed with the choice on Call Lane.<\/p>\n<p>To learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/host-students.com\/locations\/\">cities we have accommodation in<\/a>, visit our locations page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re a new student in the city of Leeds &#8211; or perhaps you\u2019ll be calling it home later this year when you start university, you\u2019re probably wondering what it\u2019s like. Between lectures, coursework and reading, you\u2019re sure to have some spare time to enjoy and explore the city. 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