WHAT TO DO IN BRADFORD

If you would like to explore the local area during you’re stay, we have highlighted some cultural attractions and tourism spots in and around Bradford.

Bradford is a city in West Yorkshire, England, has a rich cultural heritage and offers several attractions and activities for visitors.

Bradford has won UK City of Culture 2025!

Click below for more information on the local attractions in and around Bradford:

  • Visit the former home of the Bronte sisters, famous for their literary works. Explore the museum to learn about their lives and works. Find out more here.

  • A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Saltaire is a model industrial village built by Sir Titus Salt in the 19th century. Explore the historic architecture, visit the David Hockney Gallery, and enjoy the Salts Mill complex, which includes art galleries, shops, and cafes. Find out more here.

  • You can find out more about some of the Bradford museums here. This includes;

    Cartwright Hall, a beautiful art gallery in Lister Park showcases a wide range of art and sculptures, including pieces from South Asia, as well as temporary exhibitions.

    Bradford Industrial Museum, where you can discover Bradford's industrial history through its textile machinery, steam engines, and other artefacts.

    Cliffe Castle, originally the home of Victorian millionaire and textile manufacturer, Henry Isaac Butterfield. Completed in the 1880s the building was funded by the Butterfield family’s industrial empire which included wool textile mills and a shipping business that took British goods to Europe, America and China

    Bolling Hall, situated in a quiet, leafy garden, Bolling Hall was for many years the seat of two important land-owning families, the Bollings and the Tempests.

  • Explore the Victorian commercial district known as "Little Germany" with its well-preserved architecture and boutique shops.

  • Enjoy the modern City Park with its Mirror Pool and fountains. It's a relaxing place to sit, have a picnic, or watch the water features. You can find out more here.

  • Visit the city's beautiful Anglican cathedral, which dates back to the 15th century. Find out more here.

  • Check for events and performances at this historic theatre, which hosts concerts, plays, and other live entertainment. More information can be found here.

  • The Alhambra Theatre seats 1,400 people and is a popular choice for major touring companies including Northern Ballet, Disney, the National Theatre, Royal Shakespeare Company, Matthew Bourne's New Adventures and Cameron Mackintosh. Find out more here.

  • Bradford has a diverse culinary scene, offering a variety of cuisines including South Asian, Middle Eastern, and British. Be sure to try some traditional Yorkshire dishes. See the best rated restaurants in Bradford on Tripadvisor.