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Essential things to do in Leicester

If you're visiting Leicester, why not create an itinerary of things to do. The ancient city is full of interesting tourist spots that every member of the family can enjoy. It doesn’t matter whether one wishes to simply go shopping or embark on a cultural tour. Everyone is almost guaranteed to find something interesting for themselves in the area.
 
Now here’s a list of the best things to do when visiting Leicester:

Leicester Market 
For starters, you might want to visit Leicester Market and take a look at what it has to offer. You’ll find no better place to buy local produce and street food. Apart from that, other commonly sold items there include antiques, vinyl records, and art that’s created by the cities’ finest artisans.

Drink Coffee  
If you wish to simply relax, visit some of the many coffee shops in the city. Although there isn’t a shortage of known chains like Starbucks, check out the smaller shops that are famous amongst locals. Good examples of such include Bru, 200 Degrees and St Martin's.

Visit Richard III at Leicester Cathedral  
The grave of the Richard III was recently discovered beneath a parking lot a few years ago. His remains have since been transferred to Leicester Cathedral which is an interesting place to visit in itself and a beautiful tourist spot. It was built using the Gothic style of architecture which was commonly utilised across in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Go to the National Space Centre​
Kids can have a fun and an educational experience when they visit the National Space Centre. It has many interactive exhibits and galleries that can teach one a thing or two about space. Apart from that, the museum is home to the UK’s largest planetarium. Moreover, it’s the only place in the world that houses real space rockets in an upright position.

Watch a match at the King Power Stadium
It would be wrong to not see one of the world’s greatest football teams play a match. Hence, every football admirer should make time to visit the King Power Stadium whenever there’s an event that’s going on. After all, what fan wouldn’t want to watch the Leicester City Football Club in action?

The Golden Mile
Tourists should always visit the Golden Mile which is home to many and shops that sell authentic South Asian goods at a reasonable price. Additionally, the Indian cuisine that’s served within the area is said to be the best in Britain. Of course, that isn’t surprising given the Leicester is home to a thriving Indian community.

Drink some Everards Beer
It’s no secret that England produces some of the world’s best beer. As such, it’s a must for every drinker to enjoy a pint or two of Everards. The beer is made by Leicester’s resident brewery and it has a long history which can be traced back to the 1800s.
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Try the special flavors at Gelato Village  ​
Despite the faact that gelato is better known in Italy, Leicester has its own Gelato Village which is a famous spot amongst locals because it serves the best gelato in the city. You can find a myriad of tasty choices to satisfy your sweet tooth here. Additionally, the place offers seasonal flavors that can’t be found elsewhere.
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