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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 10% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Henderson's Relish
Yorkshire Pudding
Pork Pie
When to visit Sheffield
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, grey, chance snow
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Feb45
Cold, often grey
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Mar55
Cool, improving, some rain
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Apr65
Mild, spring showers
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May75
Pleasant, warmer days
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Jun80
Warm, sunny spells
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Jul85
Warmest, best outdoors
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Aug85
Warm, summer holidays
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Sept75
Mild, autumn colours
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Oct65
Cool, crisp, foliage
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Nov50
Cold, damp, shorter days
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Dec45
Cold, festive, snow chance
Things to do in Sheffield
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Wander through the Winter Garden
City Centre 1 hr
Enjoy a tranquil oasis of tropical plants in one of Europe's largest temperate glasshouses.
Stroll through Sheffield Botanical Gardens
Broomhill 2 hrs
Relax amidst 19 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and Victorian glass pavilions.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Visit Kelham Island Museum
Kelham Island 3 hrs
Dive into Sheffield's industrial past and steel-making heritage.
Discover the Millennium Gallery
City Centre 2 hrs
Explore art, craft, and design, including Sheffield's metalwork collections.
Best in the evening
1 place
Experience Kelham Island's Food & Drink Scene
Kelham Island 4 hrs
Sample craft beers and diverse cuisine in this trendy, revitalized industrial area.
Any time of day
1 place
Explore the Peak District National Park
Outskirts 8 hrs
Discover stunning landscapes, hiking trails, and charming villages just outside the city.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Sheffield
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
7 Hours Pub Tours in Peak District
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Standard tour
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield
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Activity tour
Peak District Online Travel Guide
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Activity tour
Immersive Murder Mystery in Sheffield - Outdoor Escape Experience
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Activity tour
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
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Activity tour
Sheffield Self-Guided Interactive Treasure Hunt
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Doncaster to Manchester Airport (MAN)
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Activity tour
Zombie Scavengers Game - Doncaster, UK
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Sheffield
Straight-line distance from the centre of Sheffield.
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