Welcome to a city that inspires...
Planning a Sheffield visit? We’d love to show you around.
Nature, culture, people, peaks. Sheffield is a city of contrasts, packed with stories at every turn.
Explore one of the greenest cities in Europe and discover much more than a prolific industrial past. Stroll through some of the UK’s coolest neighbourhoods, swap city streets for riverside trails, and go from outdoor exploration to independent shops without missing a beat.
Catch live music, comedy and theatre, sample legendary real ale, and soak up world‑class street art alongside standout food scene.
Big hills, big character, endless adventures.
Sheffield inspires quality times.
Perfect for family breaks, culture‑packed weekends or food‑fuelled getaways, we offer big‑city experiences with space to breathe.
Sound like a good way to spend a few days?
Where to start?
Things to See and Do
For every type of visitor
Areas to Explore
Old meets new
Food & Drink
The independent scene here is thriving
Food halls, taprooms, Michelin‑listed restaurants and coffee shops worth seeking out, all in a city shaped by a long tradition of making and creativity.
It’s fair to say Sheffield knows how to do food and drink with passion and personality. And the best part? It won’t cost you as much as some other cities.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay whatever your style
Hotels, boutiques, bed and breakfasts, houseboats and converted park-keeper lodges- there's so many great places to stay! Although, you may have so much fun you don't see much of them while you're here.
What's On
Time your visit with a festival or event
From large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun! There's always something happening in our vibrant city.
Nightlife
Unexpectedly unforgettable
Sheffield’s inventive spirit runs right through its music scene and nightlife.
Explore some the city's best independent venues, clubs and bars and discover nights out that do things differently.
Discover new sounds and dance with the locals.
2026
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Big events & festivals in 2026
2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield.
From large music festivals and international sporting events to food & drink celebrations, outdoor markets and lots of family fun!
Start planning with out rundown of the big events taking place in 2026.
Sheffield Inspires.
Always has.
Always will.
Discover how Sheffield inspires places, organisations and people all over the world, through the words, pictures, and videos.
Upcoming events and festivals...
Useful info
Getting to Sheffield
Sheffield is located in South Yorkshire at the very heart of the UK. The city's central location also puts it at heart of the UK's major rail and road networks, meaning it's easy to get to and is around 1 hours’ drive from 3 international airports.
Getting to and around the city centre
Traveling into and around the city centre is being made easier. The Connecting Sheffield: City Centre scheme has various projects to improve walking, cycling, and public transport.
Maps and Guides
A selection of downloadable maps and guides for exploring Sheffield.
Directions for arriving into Sheffield from our closest airports
Flying into Sheffield? Sheffield can be easily reached from UK Airports by either road, using a taxi service, or rail. Here is the travel information for several of the key airports that best connect Sheffield for international travel.
Sheffield's Big Events & Festivals 2026
2026 promises another huge line-up of exciting events and festivals happening across Sheffield, from large music festivals and international sporting events to outdoor markets and lots of family fun. Get planning your adventures in Sheffield with our event guide.
Sheffield Year of Beer 2026
In 2026, visitors and locals alike are invited to raise a glass to Sheffield’s vibrant brewing scene with a fantastic lineup of festivals taking place throughout the year.
Sheffield shortlisted for three international placemaking awards
The city has been shortlisted for three major placemaking accolades at this year's City Nation Place Awards. The transformation of a massive part of Sheffield City Centre is in the running, alongside the city’s recent brand development work, pitting Sheffield against an impressive list of other places from around the world.
Indie shopping guide in Sheffield
Sheffield has a wealth of independent shops for you to browse. Whether you're on the hunt for standout vintage pieces, eye-catching homeware, or simply just a vibrant neighbourhood to browse, the city's indie retailers have got you covered.
New Scandinavian-style wellness experience set to open in Sheffield
Opening in the beautiful Grade II listed Bethel Sunday School building, Güs is set to bring a new luxury wellness hub complete with Scandi saunas, ice baths, vanity station and café, to Sheffield's Heart of the City development on Cambridge Street.
The Quirkiest Cafes in Sheffield
While Sheffield is home to a plethora of amazing cafes and coffee shops right across the city, there are some that are particularity unique in their offer.
Sheffield set to welcome landmark 10th edition of British Art Show
One of the UK’s most prestigious art events, British Art Show will return to where is all started, when the landmark tenth edition tours to Sheffield in October 2027 through a multi-venue partnership between Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Museums, Site Gallery, Yorkshire Artspace and Arts Catalyst.
Tourism brought £1.85 billion boost to Sheffield’s Economy in 2024
Sheffield’s visitor economy reached new heights in 2024, generating a record-breaking £1.85 billion – a 10% increase on the previous year and a full recovery from the impact of the pandemic.
Kapital beer hall opens in Sheffield
Kapital, Sheffield's largest modern, European-style beer hall and restaurant, has now opened its doors. The expansive new space boasts a lively outdoor beer garden, a stylish restaurant, and a large private hire area with panoramic views all designed to capture the warmth, energy and tradition of Europe’s most iconic beer halls.
Rivers and Hills
Sheffield graphic artist, Rob Lee, has collaborated with prolific street artist INSA to create an ambitious new artwork for Sheffield. Combining the collective force of their signature styles, they have completely transformed a drab brown-brick facade with an homage to the city's natural topography.
Inspires
This is not just a place you visit - it's a city you become a part of, that becomes a part of you. Even if you've never been here. Sheffield Inspires. Always has. Always will.
Sheffield's Best Beer Gardens
When the British weather behaves, there’s nothing better than a cold, crisp pint in the sunshine and Sheffield delivers plenty of brilliant places to enjoy it. From tucked‑away courtyards to sprawling outdoor terraces, the city has no shortage of spots perfect for al fresco drinking.
We are The Outdoor City
One third of our city is actually in the Peak District National Park! We're also home to five rivers, 800 managed greenspaces and more trees per person than any other city in Europe.
We have ease of access to some of the best gritstone climbing on the planet, while Sheffield's many hills mean we're a magnet for mountain bikers and road cyclists, plus they make for some breathtaking (quite literally) walks and runs too.
YUM!
Sheffield's Best Bakeries
Sheffield is known as a city of makers and the 'Made in Sheffield' mark of excellence could easily be stamped on some of the produce coming out of the bakehouses, cafes and patisseries across our city.
Here's 20 'must try' bakeries in Sheffield...
