Sheffield City Guide

Culture

Weston Park Museum
Explore this fantastic award-winning museum! Weston Park Museum offers amazing collections of beautiful and unusual treasures from Sheffield’s geological roots to people, politics and music that ‘shaped the modern city’. The museum is brought to life by fascinating histories, incredible facts, and hands-on interactive displays, offering you a captivating exploration of the world from millions of years ago to the present day.

Educational and engaging, Weston Park Museum offers the perfect activity for all ages and admission is free. The museum is open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 11am-5pm. A little outside the city centre, the museum is a brief 19-minute bus ride from our Sheffield Hotel.

Millennium Gallery
Situated in the heart of the city, the Millennium Gallery is one of Sheffield's architectural and cultural treasures. Considered Sheffield’s ‘premier destination for art, craft and design’, this fantastic venue provides a glimpse into the city’s unique heritage, most notably the metalwork that made Sheffield world famous. The gallery is renowned for large blockbuster exhibitions that bring masterpieces from national galleries and museums to the city, alongside innovative contemporary art and historical exhibitions.

The Millennium Gallery is open to Monday – Saturday 10am-5pm, and 11am-4pm on Sundays. Entry is free to the Millennium Gallery, which is situated a very brief five-minute walk from our hotel.

Graves Gallery
Situated above the Central Library, Graves Gallery is the home of Sheffield’s visual art collection. With eight galleries to explore, there are a plethora of famous names and pieces to peruse in a ‘peaceful haven’ of art and temporary exhibitions.

Graves Gallery offers free entry and is open Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 4pm, with reduced hours on Wednesday s (1pm-6pm). The gallery is located a brief six-minute walk from Leonardo Hotel Sheffield.

Cupola Contemporary Art
From paintings, printmaking, ceramics, and sculptures, to jewellery, glass, textiles and photography, Cupola Gallery offers a range of contemporary art awaiting your discovery. With over 300 artists housed in the gallery, a day out exploring Cupola will not disappoint.

The gallery is open 10am – 6pm Monday – Saturday and can be found a short 24-minute tram ride away from Leonardo Hotel Sheffield.


Kelham Island Museum
To learn more about Sheffield’s industrial heritage, a visit to Kelham Island Museum is a must. Located on a 900 year-old man made island, the museum tells the story of steel production in the city, and even has a collection of Sheffield-made cars dating back to the 1920s. We recommend: seeing the ‘Little Mesters’ at work in their Victorian workshops.


Sheffield Manor Lodge
Dating back to the Middle Ages, Sheffield Manor Lodge takes you back in time as you explore the city through the centuries. Visit the Tudor Lodge, take the kids to the Farm, and discover what life was like during and after the war at the 1940s Cottage. We recommend: getting there by catching the 8 bus from Sheffield station, just a six minute walk from our hotel.

Cathedral Church of St Peter and St Paul
Otherwise known as Sheffield Cathedral, the Cathedral Church of St Peter and St Paul is the oldest building in the city and is well worth a visit, especially if you’re seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the streets. Just a 10 minute walk from Leonardo Hotel Sheffield the route takes you past the impressive Town Hall along the way.

We recommend: stopping for a drink in the cafe after spending time appreciating the beautiful stained glass windows.

Exploring the rich culture of Sheffield is an enriching experience that unveils a tapestry of history, arts, and vibrant traditions. To discover even more cultural treasures and enhance your Sheffield adventure, be sure to check out our Sheffield City Guide. It is a valuable resource brimming with suggestions to make your visit truly unforgettable.