Title: National Space Centre in Leicester | Expedia.co.uk [National Space Centre Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Space-Centre-Hotels.0-l6087767-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Leicester](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Leicester.d7583.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Leicester](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Leicester.d7583.Travel-Guide-Activities)[National Space Centre Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-National-Space-Centre.d6087767.Car-Hire-Guide)[Leicester Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester.d7583.Holidays-City-Breaks) # National Space Centre ![National Space Centre which includes signage and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087767/519041dc-4713-4720-8410-5a0a2e64ddb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Space Centre which includes signage and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087767/519041dc-4713-4720-8410-5a0a2e64ddb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Space Centre showing modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087767/f6ba706c-1f98-4351-b181-335ddf2bf523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Space Centre featuring interior views and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087767/2ad6e758-1ff2-4da3-a510-c70120759b2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![National Space Centre which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087767/2398e302-adae-4dd6-a4bf-d96e791fd56b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit National Space Centre Activities Reviews [Leicester travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester.dx7583) --- --- #### Learn about the solar system and famous space missions, become a trainee astronaut for the day and attend planetarium shows at this interactive museum. Enjoy a captivating introduction to the magic and mystery of our universe at the National Space Centre. With six hands-on galleries, more than 150 activities, a planetarium and a rocket tower, this is one of Britain’s biggest space-themed attractions. The National Space Centre’s entertaining and family-friendly exhibits cover everything from iconic journeys to the moon to the search for extraterrestrials and the makeup of the solar system. Step inside the futuristic-looking building to an open-plan area with displays of meteorites, planets, rockets, spacesuits, video presentations and more. A good place to start your journey is in the 138-feet (42-metre) tall Rocket Tower. Relive the groundbreaking missions of Yuri Gagarin, the first person in space, and Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon. Spot original rockets, including a Blue Streak and Thor Able. Another major highlight is the 360-degree planetarium, which is named after the legendary English astronomer Sir Patrick Moore. Watch animated movies about how the endeavours of astronomers and astronauts help educate the public about the universe. Take a virtual tour of the night sky and identify constellations with a knowledgeable guide. Examine spacesuits and a genuine Russian-built Soyuz capsule in the Into Space gallery. Try to recreate the Big Bang, look for planets on a virtual voyage and get up-close with aliens in the Exploring the Universe gallery. This area also contains a walk-through mock solar system, complete with planets such as Jupiter, Mars and Venus. Discover more about the satellites used for predicting the weather and natural disasters in Orbiting Earth. Go to the Space Now! section to find out what is currently happening in space. Pretend you’re an apprentice astronaut travelling to Europa, Jupiter’s moon, at the centre’s Tranquility Base. The National Space Centre is about a 15-minute drive from Leicester’s city centre. Ride public buses from central Leicester or drive. Parking is available on-site for a fee. The centre is open from Tuesday to Sunday and a fee is required to enter. Visit the official website for full details plus information about special events. ## Plan a trip to see National Space Centre Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6860000/6850300/6850264/7b323d75_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Sketchley Grange Hotel & Spa £147 per person 13 Apr - 15 Apr found 14 hours ago Return flight included Belfast (BFS) to East Midlands (EMA) 7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) The staff were all amazing people who were polite and wanted to make my stay pleasurable. The facilities are clean and exciting. The rooms are all clean and well desiged Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 ![Park Plaza Nottingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/892400/892335/6c7e8db4_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Park Plaza Nottingham Nottingham City Centre £234 per person 26 Feb - 2 Mar found 15 hours ago Return flight included Belfast (BFS) to East Midlands (EMA) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Room spotless, the best staff i could ask for was all so lovely, bed was so comfortable i didnt want to leave. And breakfast was so worth it and really nothing was a problem when asked to make somwthing different for my daughter and had so much for allergies etc. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 ![The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6349400/6349396/29cdef82_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant £285 per person 26 Feb - 2 Mar found 15 hours ago Return flight included Belfast (BFS) to East Midlands (EMA) 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,270 reviews) Clean nicely decorated room. Noce bathroom. Polite staff. Good breakfast Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 ## Reviews of National Space Centre 4.4 Top destination 5 - Excellent 32 4 - Good 21 3 - Okay 3 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 2 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Great food for our event ### Popular places to visit ![Leicester which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340881603/f827ed13-4ea3-4e7e-978a-68d18058bbb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Abbey Pumping Station Glimpse into the history of Leicester’s industrial, scientific and technological heritage at this museum set inside a former sewage pumping station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Abbey-Pumping-Station-Leicester.d553248634340881603.Attraction) ![Leicester which includes a square or plaza, a city and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634341020149/9181f441-7729-42d9-97c4-86a3a3d662c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower 3/5(2 reviews) This 19th-century monument is a favorite meeting point for locals and a gateway to the city’s shopping districts, historic attractions and vibrant Cultural Quarter. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Haymarket-Memorial-Clock-Tower-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341020149.Attraction) ![Curve Theatre showing theatre scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140292/7646fda0-7ba7-4b61-9151-bceae0a71306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Curve Theatre 5/5(8 reviews) At the heart of Leicester’s Cultural Quarter is this modern theater, which hosts everything from ballets and concerts to dramas and stand-up comedy shows. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Curve-Theatre-Leicester-City-Centre.d6140292.Attraction) ![Leicester featuring heritage elements, a cemetery and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634341024329/63fae200-6292-4b77-bab4-e5fbaa9895ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Nicholas Church Visit this quaint parish church to admire Saxon-era architectural features, Roman tiles and a collection of attractive stained-glass windows. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Nicholas-Church-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341024329.Attraction) ![Leicester showing street scenes and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634341022396/2c709873-64de-4c06-925f-4431ec9970e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leicester Guildhall Discover the stories of infamous local villains, examine medieval artifacts and attend live music events at one of England’s oldest civic buildings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Guildhall-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341022396.Attraction) ![Leicester Cathedral showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087763/c7d2fcad-99bf-4346-b1d1-3be039e46456.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leicester Cathedral 4.5/5(82 reviews) Home to the crypt of King Richard III, this medieval church also has impressive carvings, ornate chapels and a public art instillation. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Cathedral-Leicester-City-Centre.d6087763.Attraction) --- ## Top Hotel Deals ## Check availability on hotels close to National Space Centre [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28)[27 Jan - 28 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29)[28 Jan - 29 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=2026-01-28&endDate=2026-01-29) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026)[30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=01%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Package&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6087767&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ![Novotel Leicester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42700000/42694800/42694733/22d33e8d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Leicester 2 Great Central Street Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Novotel-Leicester.h42694733.Hotel-Information) ![The Belmont Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3600/3537/9c6364bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Belmont Hotel 20 De Montfort St Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-The-Belmont-Hotel.h3537.Hotel-Information) ![Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4260000/4258100/4258026/99e7e2d3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Encore by Wyndham Leicester City Centre 84-90 Charles St Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Ramada-Encore-By-Wyndham-Leicester-City-Centre.h4258026.Hotel-Information) ![Abbey Hotel by Trivelles](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21520000/21512800/21512792/dbacf716_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Abbey Hotel by Trivelles 104 Saint Margaret's Way Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Abbey-Hotel-By-Trivelles.h21512792.Hotel-Information) ![The Broadway Rooms ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105400000/105391200/105391134/695291bc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Broadway Rooms 263-265 Abbey Ln Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-The-Broadway-Rooms.h105391134.Hotel-Information) ![The Broadway Rooms with parking and restaurant, close to National Space Centre ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99680000/99674500/99674492/3356fa4d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Broadway Rooms with parking and restaurant, close to National Space Centre Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-The-Broadway-Rooms-With-Parking-And-Restaurant.h99674492.Hotel-Information) ![Leicester 3 Bed Serviced House - 10 Mins to City Centre, Free Wifi, Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114380000/114379500/114379464/7b7ad75f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leicester 3 Bed Serviced House - 10 Mins to City Centre, Free Wifi, Parking Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Leicester-3-Bed-Serviced-House-10-Mins-To-City-Centre.h114379464.Hotel-Information) ![Fast Wi-fi Free Parking 10 Mins to City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120110000/120102300/120102227/7c1677fe_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fast Wi-fi Free Parking 10 Mins to City Centre Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Fast-Wi-Fi-Free-Parking-10-Mins-To-City-Centre.h120102227.Hotel-Information) ![Holiday Inn Leicester by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3800/3799/46602279_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Leicester by IHG 129 Saint Nicholas Circle Leicester England [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Leicester.h3799.Hotel-Information) [See all 687 properties in National Space Centre](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.Package®ionId=6087767) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Flights - Packages - Cars - Holiday Homes - Other - [Flights to Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Leicester.d7583.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights from Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/7583/flights-from-leicester) - [Abbey Pumping Station ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Abbey-Pumping-Station-Leicester.d553248634340881603.Attraction) - [Athena Conference Centre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Athena-Conference-Centre-Leicester-City-Centre.d6140290.Attraction) - [Bradgate Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bradgate-Park-England.d553248621532492932.Attraction) - [Castle Hill Country Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Country-Park-Leicester.d553248621532492934.Attraction) - [Curve Theatre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Curve-Theatre-Leicester-City-Centre.d6140292.Attraction) - [De Montford Hall ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Montford-Hall-Leicester.d6244570.Attraction) - [De Montfort University ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/De-Montfort-University-Leicester.d6244572.Attraction) - [Guru Nanak Gurdwara ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guru-Nanak-Gurdwara-Leicester.d553248621533024870.Attraction) - [Haymarket Memorial Clock Tower ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haymarket-Memorial-Clock-Tower-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341020149.Attraction) - [Haymarket Shopping Centre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haymarket-Shopping-Centre-Leicester-City-Centre.d6087761.Attraction) - [Highcross Shopping Centre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Highcross-Shopping-Centre-Leicester-City-Centre.d6140294.Attraction) - [King Power Stadium ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/King-Power-Stadium-Leicester.d553248621532492915.Attraction) - [Visit Belgrave ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Belgrave.dx713488560145174528) - [Leicester Castle ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Castle-Leicester.d553248621533024872.Attraction) - [Leicester Cathedral ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Cathedral-Leicester-City-Centre.d6087763.Attraction) - [Leicester Guildhall ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Guildhall-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341022396.Attraction) - [Visit Latimer ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Latimer.dx713487257748885504) - [Visit Leicester City Centre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Leicester-City-Centre.dx553248635810423659) - [Leicester Market ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Market-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248621533022166.Attraction) - [Leicester Racecourse ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Racecourse-Leicester.d6087775.Attraction) - [Leicester Town Hall ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Town-Hall-Leicester-City-Centre.d6087779.Attraction) - [Leicester Holidays ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester.d7583.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Visit Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester.dx7583) - [Leicestershire Golf Club ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicestershire-Golf-Club-Leicester.d553248621563222778.Attraction) - [Leicestershire Holidays ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicestershire.d6046221.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [Magazine ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Magazine-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248621533024864.Attraction) - [Mecca Bingo Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mecca-Bingo-Leicester-Leicester.d553248621532492913.Attraction) - [New Walk Museum ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Walk-Museum-Leicester-City-Centre.d6087773.Attraction) - [Rothley Holidays ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rothley.d4980.Holidays-City-Breaks) - [St. Nicholas Church ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Nicholas-Church-Leicester-City-Centre.d553248634341024329.Attraction) - [Temples ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Temples-Leicester.d553248621533024873.Attraction) - [University of Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Leicester-Leicester.d6087765.Attraction) - [Walkers Stadium ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Walkers-Stadium-Leicester.d6087759.Attraction) - [Watermead Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Watermead-Park-Leicester.d553248621555971430.Attraction) - [Car hire near Highcross Shopping Centre ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Highcross-Shopping-Centre.d6140294.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Car hire Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Leicester.d7583.Car-Hire-Guide) - [Enterprise Rental Cars in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Europcar Rental Cars in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Europcar-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-c14.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Hertz Rental Cars in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hertz-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-c40.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Luxury Car Hire in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Luxury-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-tLuxury.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) - [Sixt Rental Cars in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sixt-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-c35.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [Thrifty Car Rental Rental Cars in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Thrifty-Car-Rental-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-c45.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) - [People Carrier Car Hire in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Van-Car-Rentals-In-Leicester.d7583-tVan.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) - [Leicester Holiday Rentals ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Holiday-Rentals.d7583.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) - [Things to do in Leicester ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Leicester.d7583.Travel-Guide-Activities)