Royal Armouries

Leeds' most interesting museum was originally built in 1996 to house armor and weapons from the Tower of London, but subsequently expanded to cover 3000 years of combat and self-defense, becoming home to the national collections. The exhibits are as varied as they are fascinating, covering subjects such as jousting, fencing and Indian elephant armor. Walk east along the river from Centenary Footbridge (approx 10 minutes), or take the water taxi from Granary Wharf outside the train station's southern entrance.