Sheffield

Travel Guide

Sheffield Town Hall which includes heritage architecture and street scenes
Kelham Island Museum as well as a small group of people
Sheffield featuring a square or plaza
Weston Park Museum which includes a garden
Weston Park Museum showing interior views

Discover the fascinating history of the Steel City and see how it has become a leafy haven where trees far outnumber people.

Picturesque gardens and nature trails complement Sheffield’s cultural and historic hubs. It has been at the forefront of industrial progress for many centuries, spreading its cultural wings across the vast undulating hills of Yorkshire. Visit galleries and museums for a sense of local culture. Spot locations from The Full Monty, the 1997 film in whichSheffield’s culture is satirized.

Walk the Rivelin Valley Nature TrailOpens in a new window to encounter old dams that sparked the city’s industrial revolution. Wander past old flour mills, lime trees and the trail’s namesake park and playground. Weirs, stones and bridges enable crossings of the scenic river.

Learn about the use of the fast-flowing water in the industrial revolution at the Kelham Island MuseumOpens in a new window. Visit the Millennium GalleryOpens in a new window for writer John Ruskin’s collection of metal works telling the story of the Steel City. Relics from British and European history are on display at the Graves Art GalleryOpens in a new window, which uses iPods for tours. Peruse the art spanning four centuries in the galleries.

Appreciate parks and gardens that add a green layer to this city. Pick your favorite specimen from the Sheffield Botanical GardensOpens in a new window, which has a bear pit, rose garden and fountain. Nearby is Endcliffe ParkOpens in a new window, a leafy oasis with waterfalls, streams and a forest.

Arrive in the central plaza of Peace GardensOpens in a new window and gaze up at the majestic Sheffield Town HallOpens in a new window. Visit the Crucible TheatreOpens in a new window for a game of popular British sport snooker. The city has two soccer teams you can watch at the arenas of Bramall Lane and Hillsborough Stadium, where a tragedy involving the death of 96 fans took placed in 1989.

Fly to any of the airports in Manchester, Leeds and Nottingham and drive to Sheffield in around 1 hour. The city is 55 miles (90 kilometers) southwest of the historic settlement of York in the borough of South Yorkshire. Use the tram or bus to get around the vibrant commune, which is in the central region of England. In this region, July is the hottest and driest month, while winters are fairly wet and cold.

Sheffield is a beacon of culture and production with a picturesque countryside.

Where to stay in Sheffield

Sheffield City Centre which includes modern architecture

Sheffield City Centre

4/5(23 area reviews)

Sheffield City Centre is known for its great bars, and you can make a stop by Sheffield City Hall and Peace Gardens while in the area.

Sheffield City Centre

Hillsborough

Hillsborough is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hillsborough Stadium and Owlerton Stadium.

Hillsborough
Beautiful afternoon stroll in the grounds of the hall. #autumn #reflections #aquatrove

Nether Edge

If you're spending some time in Nether Edge, Lantern Theatre and Sheffield Jewish Synagogue are top sights worth seeing.

Nether Edge

Attercliffe

You'll enjoy the restaurants and theaters in Attercliffe. You might want to make time for a stop at English Institute of Sport Sheffield or IceSheffield.

Attercliffe
Meadowhall is an indoor shopping centre in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England. It lies 3 miles north-east of Sheffield city centre and 2 miles from Rotherham town centre.Meadowhall is an exciting shopping venue with 230 popular high street and independent retailers, over 50 places to eat and drink.

Brightside

Check out the shopping during your time in Brightside. Hop around the Sheffield area on the metro at Meadowhall Interchange Tram Stop to see top sights like Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Paradise Island Adventure Golf.

Brightside
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Sharrow

While Sharrow might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Bramall Lane.

Sharrow
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield

4 out of 5
Pinstone Street, 30, Sheffield, England
The price is ¥13,944 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥13,944
¥16,732 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Popular attractions Meadowhall ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (386 reviews)
Great overall
"Lovely hotel and location breakfast fantastic Iron was broken and not safe…"

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield

Leonardo Hotel Sheffield

4 out of 5
119 Eyre Street, Sheffield, England
The price is ¥8,814 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥8,814
¥10,576 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,166 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, I would recommend it Staff were very helpful. Bed was comfy. Within easy walking distance of the train station."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
ibis budget Sheffield Arena

ibis budget Sheffield Arena

3 out of 5
298 Attercliffe Common, Sheffield, England
The price is ¥5,405 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥5,405
¥6,486 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"This was a small basic room, very good for the proce we paid. It is small but ideal for a one night stay"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

ibis budget Sheffield Arena
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.
KSpace @ The Point

KSpace @ The Point

3.5 out of 5
1 Division Lane, Sheffield, England
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Peace ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"The unit was well-equipped and in a good location. The big disadvantage of it was that there was no air conditioning and even though it was cooler outside, there was little air flow from the window to make it comfortable at night for sleeping. A floor fan was provided which did help but it mostly ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

KSpace @ The Point
Three Cranes Serviced Apartments

Three Cranes Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
74 Queen St, Sheffield, England
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (123 reviews)
"Worked well for my colleague"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Three Cranes Serviced Apartments
Student Only The Moor

Student Only The Moor

2 out of 5
3-7 Holy Grn, Sheffield, England
Stay at this apartment in Sheffield. Enjoy free WiFi and concierge services. Popular attractions Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Genting Club Sheffield are located ...
Student Only The Moor
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.

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Reviews of Sheffield

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 30%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 24%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Sheffield is a beautiful city with loads places to visit and see.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Lovely old town forged in steel

3/5 - Okay

Ari

Sheffield is a great city to base yourself in while you travel the district, especially if you plan to visit Manchester as well.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Somewhat dirty, need to clean up the litter and take better care of the city

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It was ok but mainly industrial area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city! Very clean and nice people.

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