Leisure and culture

Hull offers a great variety of attractions. For those who enjoy history and culture, the city boasts an old town, and an excellent array of art galleries and free museums, as well as historic buildings and sites.

The city is well-served for sports and has a number of sport and leisure centres, as well as parks, including the refurbished East Park, and other places where people can enjoy indoor and outdoor activities. We have a wealth of events and local attractions including Hull Arena and the KC stadium which host the city's big-name concerts.

Hull has a number of theatres and cinemas, enjoys some of the best pubs and restaurants in the area, and has a vibrant nightlife. And the city's far-reaching regeneration project will further increase the opportunities for eating, drinking and shopping.

The city also enjoys an excellent and still-growing reputation for attracting people to visit Hull. With plenty of places to stay, and things to do and see to suit everyone.

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