Hillsborough Travel Guide
Sheffield
Visit Hillsborough
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Crucible Theatre
Choose from an exciting program of theater productions and sporting events at the home of Sheffield’s World Snooker Championship.
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.
Lyceum
Enjoy family-friendly pantomimes, adaptations of Shakespearean plays, live music performances and stand-up comedy shows at this Edwardian-style auditorium.
Kelham Island Museum
Peruse the array of quirky contraptions and science displays that illustrate Sheffield’s industrial revolution at this intriguing island museum.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Sheffield: National Emergency Services Museum Entry Ticket
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Hillsborough
The Garrison Hotel
"Great lady on the check in desk, parking onsite, fabulous breakfast. All in all a smashing little hotel"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
"Very nice"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
"Clean Room, great breakfast, slow bar"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
ibis Budget Sheffield Centre St Marys Gate
"Room is a good size, clean and has air conditioning (though it's not easy to get it to cool the room). Shower and bathroom are both well appointed but the bed was a bit soft and sunk in the middle. I received a message from the hotel before arriving letting me know where the car park was and that ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
WILDES INNS
"The staff are always very pleasant and helpful, and check-in is smooth and friendly every time. Unfortunately, I’ve been disappointed with housekeeping on my last few stays. I’ve left the “Clean My Room” tag on the door when leaving in the morning, but returned to find the tag still there and the ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
easyHotel Sheffield
"Fantastic staff clean quiet rooms perfect location lovely air conditioning this time with hot weather much appreciated, will be back July looking forward thank you"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillsborough
Walkley
Though Walkley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rivelin Valley Nature Trail and Owlerton Stadium.
Neepsend
Neepsend might not have many top sights, but Kelham Island Museum and Sheffield City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kelham Island
When in Kelham Island, you can plan a visit to Kelham Island Museum and Crucible Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Longley
When in Longley, you can plan a visit to Owlerton Stadium and Hillsborough Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Sheffield City Centre
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.
