Top 4 Tours in Leeds

1.Afternoon Tea Cruise in North Yorkshire

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 388 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $45Our pick

Board at Coach Street in Skipton for a slow two-hour cruise through North Yorkshire. You will have your own table, afternoon tea with sandwiches, scones, jam, cream, and desserts, plus tea or coffee. The boat is covered, the bar sells alcoholic drinks, and the route offers calm views of fields, trees, wildlife, and historic canal buildings.

“Very relaxing tour of the river and the afternoon tea was excellent. The crew were great, very friendly and attentive. I would definitely do this again. Highly recommended.”

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2.1-Hour Public Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 307 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

Set off from Coach Street in Skipton for a one-hour cruise along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Expect scenic North Yorkshire views, lively local commentary, an onboard toilet, and drinks available to buy. The boat carries up to 56 people, making this a simple, sociable way to see the area when time is short.

“Fab trip down the canal. Great commentary that will have you in stitches. Highly recommend this even if it's a rainy day.”

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3.Harrogate Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 286 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $145

Meet at Starling47 in Harrogate at 11:30 am for a three-hour walking tour led by guides such as Kay, Linda, Jill, or Paul. Expect local history, independent food stops, snacks, drinks, and a notable visit to Vanillis Gelato. Groups are capped at 16, and dietary needs should be shared when booking.

“Tour guide was knowledgeable and informative and we would recommend this tour. The locations were interesting and ice cream in particular, delicious!”

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4.2 Hour Leeds Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 206 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $16

Start at City Square and walk through Leeds with a local guide such as Sarah, Michele, or Jenny. See Park Square, Town Hall, Millennium Square, the arcades, Kirkgate Market, and the Corn Exchange while learning how industrial ambition shaped the city. The group can include up to 25 people, and the tour returns to City Square.

“Our tour guide was lovely, she was very knowledgeable of the city and showed us all the history and we learned a lot!”

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