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.
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.
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 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
Top hotels in Longley
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Great room on the 4th floor with view over Sheffield city centre. Very clean room. Perfect location. Rooftop bar on 3rd floor is excellent especially in the sun ! Staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
Newly renovated. Stylish, clean and comfortable rooms. Construction work still ongoing but it didn't affect our stay.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
ibis Budget Sheffield Centre St Marys Gate
We stayed one night and the room was a good price with a decent bathroom but the bed was uncomfortable for two people - we kept rolling together in the middle. We didn't have breakfast or use the bar so I can't comment on other aspects of the hotel.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
WILDES INNS
Room was clean, a good size and well appointed. There is no airconditioning though and when we stayed it was quite warm and uncomfortable to sleep. A fan is provided however it is loud. It was disappointing be informed at check-in and not at any point earlier that the gym is £20 more. Lots of parking ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Mercure Sheffield St Paul's Hotel & Spa
We stayed at the Mercure for one night when attending a wedding at the Town Hall which was literally opposite the hotel. We were a bit worried after reading some of the reviews on here, but we found our room (Privilege Room 511) to be clean, in good condition and well furnished. If you looked closely ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
ibis budget Sheffield Arena
The only problem was the car park is too small, wasn't aware when I booked that we would have to pay nearly £9:00 per night. The hotel itself was very good, clean, well kept with helpful staff. The breakfeast was simply and plentyful.
Reviewed on 26 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.
