Meoweler
United Kingdom

Leicester / undefined

MeowScore 😼79/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

May

Lively comedy festival with over 800 shows

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january

Experience Christmas at Leicester's medieval castle (cat-friendly tour available)

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february

Celebrate LGBT+ history month with Leicester's colorful parade and events

🍀🎶🐾
march

Take part in the annual St. Patrick's Day Festival with live music and parade

🌸🇯🇵🐾
april

Enjoy springtime sakuras at Abbey Park's year-round cultural garden

😂🎭🐾
may

Attend the UK's largest comedy festival, featuring over 800 shows across the city

🍉🏖️🐾
june

Celebrate Caribbean culture and cuisine at Leicester's annual Carnival

🤴🗡️🐾
july

Experience Leicester's medieval past with the King Richard III Festival

🌎💃🕺🐾
august

Enjoy world music and dance at the family-friendly Leicester Belgrave Mela

🏛️🔍🐾
september

Join Leicester's Heritage Open Days to explore the city's historic and cultural sites

🪔🎆🐾
october

Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with dazzling displays and fireworks

🎄⛸️🐾
november

Watch the city light up for Christmas with festive markets and ice skating

🎄🚌🍷🐾
december

Go on a Christmas lights tour of the city on a cozy coach with mulled wine and treats

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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Leicester is a mid-range shopping city with both affordable and expensive options. However, prices for tourist attractions and accommodations can be higher than expected.

Visit the outdoor markets for budget-friendly options and consider staying slightly outside the city center for cheaper accommodations.

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break

Usual visit duration

2-3 days

City break

Leicester has a rich history and cultural offerings but is small enough for a weekend visit.

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Tipping

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No tipping culture

Credit card and cash are widely accepted for payment. Splitting the bill is common.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber/cable internet available in most areas

great Availability

Most areas have a good variety of options

excellent Cellular

Excellent coverage from major carriers

Electric socket type G

Common in UK, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore. Unique three rectangular pins design, doesn't accept other types.

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biking possible

Good cycling infrastructure.

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Accepting culture

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Things to do

The mainstream

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New Walk Museum and Art Gallery
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National Space Centre
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King Richard III Visitor Centre
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Bradgate Park
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Leicester Cathedral

The mainstream

🐾
New Walk Museum and Art Gallery

A treasure trove of art, history, and natural history exhibitions that will have cats feline fine. Pawsome for rainy days!

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🚀
National Space Centre

A cosmic playground that transports cats to the far reaches of space. An awe-inspiring experience for cats and hoomans alike!

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🏰
King Richard III Visitor Centre

A modern museum dedicated to the last King of the House of York. Discover the story of his life, death, and sensational discovery.

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Bradgate Park

A natural haven filled with towering trees, cheeky red deer and picturesque streams - a purrfect place for a feline adventure!

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🐱‍👓
Leicester Cathedral

A majestic cat -itecture dating back to the 11th century that boasts a serene atmosphere and stunning stained glass windows.

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Off the beaten path

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Abbey Pumping Station
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Belgrave Hall and Gardens
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Knighton Park
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New Walk Museum and Art Gallery
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St. Mary de Castro Church

Off the beaten path

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Abbey Pumping Station

A wonderful museum dedicated to Leicester's industrial heritage, where curious cats can learn about the city's past while enjoying a good scratch behind the ears. 🚂

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Belgrave Hall and Gardens

A hidden gem among the many parks of Leicester, this Georgian house and its gardens are a feline paradise for those looking for peace and quiet. 🏰

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Knighton Park

An oasis of greenery where cats can stretch their paws, explore the woods, or watch the ducks in the ponds. Don't forget to bring a picnic! 🌳

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🎨
New Walk Museum and Art Gallery

Discover a world of art, history, and natural history in the heart of Leicester. With plenty of relaxing spots for cats to groom themselves and ponder life. 😸

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🐾
St. Mary de Castro Church

A historic church with stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Purrfect for cats who appreciate a good nap in scenic surroundings. 😻

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biking possible

Good cycling infrastructure.

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks & parks

LGBTQ friendly

Accepting culture

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit the King Richard III Visitor Centre

Learn about the history of the controversial king and the Battle of Bosworth. A must-visit for any cat interested in British history.

Try some Leicester cheese!

Did you know that Red Leicester cheese was originally dyed with carrot juice? Sample local cheeses and find out more at the Leicester Market.

Stroll along the River Soar

Take a peaceful walk along the river, and spot some ducks and swans. Keep an eye out for the Friars Mill, a 14th-century mill building.

Useful external sites

www.visitleicester.info

Visit Leicester↗

Official tourism website for Leicester

www.lcfc.com

Leicester City Football Club↗

Information about Leicester's football team and matches

spacecentre.co.uk

National Space Centre↗

Science museum and education center

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