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Sheffield Town Hall showing heritage architecture and street scenes

Kelham Island Museum as well as a small group of people

Weston Park Museum featuring interior views

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Ponds Forge International Sports Centre

Catch an event at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre during your trip to Sheffield. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Sheffield City Hall

Attend a concert at one of three halls in this impressive music venue, which has hosted some of the biggest names to come to Sheffield.

Sheffield Hallam University

Explore the campus of Sheffield Hallam University as part of your travels around Sheffield. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices.

Crucible Theatre

Choose from an exciting program of theater productions and sporting events at the home of Sheffield’s World Snooker Championship.

Kelham Island Museum

Peruse the array of quirky contraptions and science displays that illustrate Sheffield’s industrial revolution at this intriguing island museum.

Lyceum

Enjoy family-friendly pantomimes, adaptations of Shakespearean plays, live music performances and stand-up comedy shows at this Edwardian-style auditorium.

Sheffield Town Hall

Capture photos of the elegant façade and peruse the intriguing trinkets and treasures in this structure overlooking the Peace Gardens.

Millenium Gallery featuring interior views

Millennium Gallery

Find out about Sheffield’s growth over the centuries with this museum’s insight into the city’s metalworking renown and the art collection of a celebrated writer.

Rother Valley Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rother Valley Country Park, a lovely green space in Sheffield. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.

Areas of Sheffield

Sheffield City Centre

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Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.

Hillsborough

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

Attercliffe

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

Nether Edge

Though Nether Edge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Millhouses Park.

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.

Broomhill

Though Broomhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sheffield Botanical Gardens and Weston Park Museum.

Rotherham

Barlborough

Chapeltown

Ingbirchworth

Hope Valley

Holmfirth

Dronfield

Canklow

Frequently asked questions

Is Sheffield worth visiting?

With a mix of walking trails and cycling, there are plenty of things to do in Sheffield. While you're here, check out Magna Science Adventure Centre, a leading attraction in the area.

How do I spend a day in Sheffield?

Magna Science Adventure Centre and Gulliver's Valley are two awesome places to begin your sightseeing adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in Sheffield while you're there too.

What is the top tourist attraction in Sheffield?

Magna Science Adventure Centre is one of the top tourist attractions in Sheffield and should be high on every must-do list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Sheffield?

Three days in Sheffield is enough to enjoy the city's major attractions. Many guests spend two days on average. Magna Science Adventure Centre, Lyceum and Weston Park Museum are highly rated sights. Like to discover more? Stick around a while longer to check off nearby hotspots such as Greater Manchester.

Is Sheffield a walkable city?

Some major attractions in Sheffield, such as Lyceum and Weston Park Museum, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.32 kilometres from central Sheffield is Sheffield City Centre and Sharrow is 2 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Sheffield with kids?

Deciding what to do in Sheffield with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Sheffield for adults?

There are loads of things to do in Sheffield, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Kelham Island Museum or Clifton Park Museum.

Are there free things to do in Sheffield?

In Sheffield, Weston Park Museum is a popular spot for anyone wanting to see the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a good way to discover the best free things to do in Sheffield.

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