King Richard III Visitor Centre

King Richard III Visitor Centre; Tried & Tested

Following the discovery of King Richard III remains under a car park in Leicester,  you can now visit the location where the remains were found & explore the events that led up to such a significant find.  Housed within an award winning building, the King Richard III Visitor Centre is proving to be a popular visitor attraction.  The visitor centre is a must for both those interested in the journey to discovery as well as avid King Richard III fans.

King Richard III Visitor Centre

King Richard III Visitor Centre; Highlights

1. Learn about the story behind the discovery of King Richard III remains.  The multimedia interactive displays help to bring, both the story, and the people behind the discovery alive.  During our visit I have to admit to feeling quite emotional as the story moved towards discovery.

2. Winner of a prestigious architectural award, the visitor centre building is well worth a visit on merit alone. The awe-inspiring room that has been built around where the remains were discovered is simply breath-taking.

3. Explore the science behind the discovery and the descendants of King Richard III that helped to confirm his identity.  Good to see a range of family friendly activities planned to help bring the story alive for younger guests.

4. The visitor centre is ideally located just steps away from Leicester Cathedral so perfect for a combined visit to see where King Richard III remains are now re-interred.

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Exact location of where King Richard III remains where found within the visitor centre

King Richard III Visitor Centre; Top Tips

1. If you purchase full price tickets for the King Richard III Visitor centre, you can return free of charge throughout the year, (during operating opening hours), allowing you further opportunities to explore this setting. This offer is not available to complimentary, discounted or school visit tickets.

2. Extend your break with a Stay Play Explore break that offers you the chance to enjoy hotel accommodation, entry to the King Richard III visitor attractions plus 2 other attractions of your choice.

3. The re-interment of King Richard III remains has now taken place at Leicester Cathedral.  Good to see that entrance to Leicester Cathedral is to remain FREE of charge and, with the visitor centre on the door step, it is ideal for a combined trip.

4. For those interested in King Richard III, a trip to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre is well worth a trip too.  More information available with our Guide to Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre.

5. To guarantee your preferred time slot for your visit, it is best to book tickets online.

6.  Aim for a trip to the visitor centre to take around 1.5 – 2 hours.  As it is located in the heart of the city, there is plenty to see, do & shop when planning a day out to Leicester.

7. Look out for a range of family friendly activities such as craft activities & costumed hosts aimed at younger guests.

More information available at the King Richard III Visitor Centre.