Leeds Waterfront Guided Tour
Enjoy a casual walk along the Leeds city centre canal and riverside, exploring the area's heritage. Full description below.
Bookings
To avoid cancellations, the first booking of any tour must be for a minimum of two people. If you are one person and unable to book, please check back later or choose an alternate date.
Gift Cards
The expiry date on a gift card is a use by date, not a book by date.
Through Leeds City Centre runs the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and River Aire. This waterfront has played an important role in the history of the city, from goods shipping across the North of England, to the creation of Leeds as a major Victorian industrial centre, to modern businesses, homes and cultural spaces.
Visit places such as Marshall's Mill, once believed to be the largest in Europe, and its wonderful Egyptian temple-themed building. The terminus of the Leeds end of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, now part of Granary Wharf with its thriving riverside communities. Aire Park, a new area of Leeds that started opening in 2023, transforming the site of what was once the largest brewery in Britain into a contemporary space with a sprawling park and new buildings. Leeds Dock, a large inland dock that played a pivotal role in Leeds' place as an industrial powerhouse that is now home to leading UK household name companies.
The tour includes stories about the people who lived in the area over the centuries, old maps to see how the area has developed and tales of important, sometimes amusing events that helped shape the area.
This tour is perfect for visitors to the city, and residents who want to know more about where they live.
Description
Important Information
Weather
The tour is outdoors, so please check the forecast and dress accordingly.
Timings
The tour takes approximately 2 hours, but please allow for 2.5 hours just in case. The tour will begin promptly at the advertised start time and cannot be delayed for latecomers.
Code of Conduct
Tours of Leeds operates a code of conduct which all guests are expected to adhere to.
Accessibility
This is a walking tour, with a slight incline on the route. The tour is designed to be step-free, but there are some sections of cobbled pavement. If you have a specific accessibility enquiry, please email hello@toursofleeds.co.uk.
Comfort Breaks
There are toilets all along the route, just let the guide know if you need a comfort break.
Food and Drink
Guests are welcome to consume their own food and drink whilst on the tour.
FAQ
Please check the FAQ webpage for answers to common questions.