But most people would only know about them if they have either lived or grew up in the city of Leeds. They range from historic cultural masterpieces to modern food and drink hubs tucked away off the beaten track.
How many of these do you recognise?
7. Chow Down
Now dubbed 'Leeds’ biggest outdoor venue', Chow Down is located at Temple Arches in the city centre's emerging South Bank area. After springing up a couple of years ago, it has quickly become one of the go-to places for food and drink in the city. For the winter period, it has been transformed into a festive Winter Village with a Christmas tipi and a Bavarian Beer Hall. Photo: steve riding
8. Harewood House and the flamingos
If you like flamingos, you'll love Harewood House. The north Leeds Georgian estate offers beautiful views. It includes rare furniture and interior design exhibitions, a playground from youngsters, as well as penguins and Chilean flamingos to catch the eye. Photo: James Hardisty
9. Springwell Leeds brewery
Springwell is a 21,000 square foot brewery site that also features a taproom, food stalls and, of course, loads of beer. It has a big outdoor seating area and DJs often perform vinyl sets on weekends. The site is run by Leeds-based North Brewing Co. and is located near Sheepscar. Photo: Gary Longbottom
10. Whitelock's Ale House at Turk's Head Yard
While it may be Leeds' oldest known pub, Whitelock's Ale House is also well off the beaten track in the city centre. The pub is based at Turk's Head Yard, tucked away down a side street off Briggate and adjoined by The Turk's Head pub. It is understood to have first opened in 1715. It still stands today and is popular with locals. Photo: James Hardisty
11. Thornton's Arcade
This popular arcade, off Lands Lane in Leeds city centre, is named after Charles Thornton, who was the proprietor of Leeds City Varieties during the 19th century. The arcade opened in May, 1878 and is three-storeys high with a glass roof. A clock by William Potts and Sons of Leeds sits at the top end. Pictured is Tom Brown, of Welcome Skate Store in the arcade. Photo: Tony Johnson
12. Tiled Hall Cafe
Set against a stunning backdrop of intricate tiles, this cafe was once the main library reading room at Leeds Art Gallery on The Headrow. The Victorian hall underwent a major refurbishment project in 2007, backed by English Heritage, and it is now a popular place to grab coffee and cake, just a 10-minute walk from Leeds city centre. Photo: Mark Bickerdike