Museums & Galleries · Leicestershire
King Richard III Visitor Centre
📍 LE1 5DB
Photo: David Merrett (CC BY 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Interactive displays on Richard III's life, death and rediscovery
- Memorial space with glazed floor above original grave site
- Downloadable app game for families to play during visit
- Learn about the Wars of the Roses and Princes in the Tower
- Visit Leicester Tourist Information Centre also based here
This Leicester museum tells the story of King Richard III's life, death and the remarkable archaeological detective work that identified his remains, discovered beneath a city centre car park. Interactive displays and storytelling guide you through the Wars of the Roses, the Battle of Bosworth and the forensic science behind his identification, ending in a memorial space built above his original grave site. A free app, Rex Factor: Lost In Time, adds an element of fun for families and younger visitors. The centre is also home to the Visit Leicester Tourist Information point. Based in Leicester, with the station just 0.5 miles away, it sits among 29 bookable places to stay within 5 miles on BritStays, making it an easy addition to a city break.
Practical details
- Parking
- No on-site parking; nearest car parks are Highcross and Newarke Street
- Accessibility
- Free blue badge parking at Newarke Street car park
- Best for
- Families, with a free app for younger visitors
From the attraction's own website on 8 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Cafe
- ✓ Disabled Access
- ✓ Gift Shop
- ✓ Guided Tours
- ✓ Parking
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