Welcome to the city that inspires
Planning a Sheffield visit? We'd love to show you around...
Nature, culture, people, peaks. Sheffield’s a world unto itself – one of unique contrasts, with endless stories to offer. Lose yourself in one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods and then find yourself on the longest gritstone edge in the country. Go from inner-city paddle boarding to independent shops and enjoy street food among world-class street art.
Experience the music, the comedy, the theatres and drink in this 'Real Ale Capital of the World'. Explore vibrant suburbs scattered across the city's hillsides and wander along fascinating riverside trails. Sheffield is home to all the best adventures.
Weekend Away?
Last year Sheffield was listed as the 2nd best City Break destination in Europe by TimeOut and more recently was named the UK Foodie Capital in a report by Accor.
That means amazing food, theatre, street art, gigs, bars, clubs and festivals can all be enjoyed, while you also hike, climb and ride through the greenest city in the UK - 1/3 of Sheffield is actually inside the Peak District National Park.
Sound like a good way to spend a few days?
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Things to See and Do
For every type of visitor
Whether you're heading here for the day, weekend or longer, there's a lot on offer to make your trip memorable! If you need a helping hand- we also have guides for families, friends, couples, groups and more.
Areas to Explore
A blend of styles
From the chic and repurposed Kelham Island to the ever-developing city centre, get some inspiration on where sounds up your street.
Food & Drink
The independent scene here is thriving
Foodhalls, taprooms, Michelin listed restaurants and coffee shops to die for - all set in a city whose heritage in making and crafting goes back to the 12th century (that means we are pretty passionate).
And it won't cost you as much as *some* other cities either...
Accommodation
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.
Headline events
Looking for something special to come here for?
Whether you're a snooker fan, a festival-goer, an outdoor enthusiast or a literature lover - you'll find you want to come back again and again to the city with the famously friendly welcome.
Bars, venues and clubs
Unexpectedly unforgettable
A DIY ethic and a legendary status in music mean you've got a great selection to choose from - go underground and shabby chic or upmarket sleek and sophisticated.
Autumn in Sheffield
As leaves start falling, the nights draw in and we wave goodbye to summer for another year, there's still plenty happening in Sheffield to keep you entertained this autumn.
From markets and music festivals to spooky events and firework displays, plus a whole lot more - we've gathered together some of the highlights happening in the city, so you can make the most of the season in Sheffield.
Sheffield Inspires.
Always has.
Always will.
Discover how Sheffield inspires places, organisations and people all over the world, through the words, pictures, and videos.
2025
Big Events and Festivals 2025
Once again, Sheffield is gearing up for another year of exciting events across the city - from outdoor markets to food and drink festivals and major sporting events to big music festivals, there's something for everyone.
Planning a trip to the city? See what's coming up in 2025 and you may find the perfect addition to your Sheffield stay...
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.
Sheffield street art named 2nd best in the World for 2024
The vibrant mural painted by artist Peachzz overlooks Pound's Park in Sheffield City Centre and was unveiled back in June last year to much praise by Sheffielders. It has now been ranked as 2nd Best in the World by online street art community, Street Art Cities.
Sheffield Street listed second in the Top 10 Hotspots for indie shops
American Express and Shop Small commissioned research with GlobalData to reveal the top 10 UK high streets for independent shops, with Sheffield's Division /Devonshire Street placing second.
Sheffield comes top in TimeOut's most underrated city breaks
Sheffield has been listed at No.1 by TimeOut magazine as the most underrated city break in the UK. The feature which included 12 cities such as Glasgow, Durham, Bristol and Liverpool, sited Sheffield's affordability, travel time from London and best-of-both-worlds offer as major perks.
Sheffield spotlighted as UK travel destination on German Breakfast TV
Airing on German Breakfast show programme, ZDF’s Volle Kanne, the 13-minute city piece was broadcast in two segments and took German viewers on a whistle-stop tour or Sheffield’s key attractions, vibrant places and green spaces.
Sheffield retains ‘real ale capital of the world’ title
Sheffield and the wider South Yorkshire region is now home to 58 breweries, more per head of population than anywhere else in the country, producing around 1,800 different beers every year.
Sheffield crowned UK Foodie Capital
Sheffield has been named as the UK Food Capital of the UK, according to a report by hospitality provider, Accor, as they reviewed the very best locations to indulge your taste buds and identified the best spots for different cuisines.
Upcoming events and festivals...
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.
Look Up!
Look Up is turning the rooftops of some of Sheffield's most iconic buildings into a FREE, augmented reality art gallery.
Fans of Pokemon Go will love this! Simply download the app (available for IOS and Android) and head out to one of four locations in the city centre where you'll find a Look Up portal, Scan the QR code and then wait for the magic to happen.
What will you see? We don't want to ruin the surprise...
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...
