Waverley 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Waverley
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Only downside was the level of staffing and shortage of drinks (whiskey) at late bar 10.00pm
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa
Lovely stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
ibis budget Sheffield Arena
Staff friendly and welcoming, Basic room but with plenty of space for a solo traveller for just one night. Compact but efficient. No kettle but supplied on request which was welcome. TV wouldn't change channel despite trying two remotes but they did offer to change room. Heating worked great and ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
Great location, clean rooms, good price
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
Good location, staff are always polite and friendly. Breakfast is really good for a buffet style with lots of choices well presented. I have stayed here a number of times going back 10-12 years and can recommend this hotel. The main meal offering isn’t the best choice but what there is ok, it’s basic. ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Rotherham Sheffield by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Waverley
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.
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.
Kelham Island
When in Kelham Island, you can plan a visit to Kelham Island Museum and O2 Academy, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heeley
Heeley might not have many top sights, but Bramall Lane and Millennium Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
