Longley Travel Guide
Sheffield
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.
Crucible Theatre
Choose from an exciting program of theater productions and sporting events at the home of Sheffield’s World Snooker Championship.
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.
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.
Sheffield Winter Garden
Be transported to tropical islands and far-flung destinations within the beautiful indoor gardens of this modern glasshouse.
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
Sheffield Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield
Peak District Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Longley
ibis Budget Sheffield Centre St Marys Gate
You get what you pay for but what there is was decent. Loses a mark for mould marks on shower ceiling but cannot fault rest of hotel. Breakfast very basic but what food there was hot and edible and the bar/restaurant area is lovely.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Modern and clean hotel - bedroom well appointed and spacious. Bed very comfortable. Great location for the town centre and the Crucible! Breakfast felt a bit scrappy - lot of tables were left with dirty plates etc and a few items seemed to have run out and not been replaced. We visited the bar twice ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
Rooms are well appointed and clean with comfortable, large beds. The quality of food at breakfast was good, but hotel was very busy and there were not enough staff on to keep the breakfast buffet replenished and clear tables, and seating was at a premium. A little chaotic. The hotel is undergoing ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Mercure Sheffield St Paul's Hotel & Spa
Great hotel in a good central location
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
WILDES INNS
Good parking
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
ibis budget Sheffield Arena
Very small room but was clean. For the price it was ok. You have to pay to park which I don’t like, but there was a few on road parking spaces for free.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Longley
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.
Hillsborough
Hillsborough is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Owlerton Stadium and Hillsborough Stadium.
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.
Attercliffe
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theatres in Attercliffe. You might want to make time for a stop at English Institute of Sport Sheffield or IceSheffield.
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.
Brightside
Check out the shopping during your time in Brightside. Hop around the Sheffield area on the metro at Meadowhall Interchange Tram Stop to see top sights like Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Paradise Island Adventure Golf.
