Bradford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bradford City Park which includes a fountain and heritage architecture as well as a couple
Bradford which includes heritage architecture
Wool Exchange showing a church or cathedral, street scenes and heritage architecture
Alhambra Theatre featuring heritage elements
Bolling Hall Museum featuring a garden

Surrounded by the stunning Yorkshire countryside, this city is famous for its architectural gems, curry restaurants and UNESCO-recognised film industry. 

Although a modern city, Bradford proudly retains its Victorian-era landmarks and remnants of the Industrial Revolution. It’s a city built on immigration with a diverse population ranging from German settlers in the 1850s to Bangladeshi and Pakistani newcomers in the 20th century. Once the world’s most important wool trading centre, Bradford today is a Curry Capital of Britain and the first city to receive UNESCO City of Film status.

At the heart of the city centre is Bradford City Park, a contemporary urban space framed by the opulent Venetian-Gothic style Bradford City Hall. Cool off in the summer in the fountains of the park’s Mirror Pool, where a light show takes place every evening. A short walk away is the Alhambra Theatre, a venue for live music, musicals and pantomimes. The National Science and Media Museum showcases the city’s film, radio and television industry.

Wander the streets of Little Germany, which was the centre of the city’s wool trade and takes its name from the German merchants that settled here in the 1850s. Grand Victorian buildings and former mills line Chapel Street and Field Street. Admire other notable sights such as Bradford Cathedral and The Wool Exchange.

More historic sites and lush parkland spread around the city’s outskirts. Visit Bolling Hall Museum, adjacent to Bowling Park and Cartwright Hall, in Lister Park. Ride the century-old Shipley Glen Tramway through woodland at the edge of Saltaire, a UNESCO-listed village renowned for its Victorian buildings.

Summertime festivals bring vitality to the city. Come for July’s free Bradford Festival and appreciate the talents of local dance troops, musicians and street theatre actors. August’s Infest UK and September’s Bingley Music Live attract hordes of music fans.

While in Bradford, don’t miss the chance to sample mouthwatering cuisine at authentic Asian restaurants inspired by the flavours of Bangladesh, India, Kashmir and Pakistan.

Trains travel direct to Bradford from Leeds, London, Manchester and York. Continue your adventure into the breathtaking landscapes of West Yorkshire. The Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales National Park are less than 90 minutes by car to the northwest.

Great Victoria Hotel
Great Victoria Hotel
4 out of 5
39 Bridge Street, Bradford, England
The price is £53 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£53
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bradford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (717 reviews)
"We stay at the Victoria reguarly the hotel is central and rooms are spacious and come with a comfy bed. The buffet breakfast is of good quality. The only downside lately is the lift is broken so you have a few stairs to climb.. this is no issue for myself but I feel that this needs to be stated when ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Great Victoria Hotel
OYO Tong Park Hotel
OYO Tong Park Hotel
4 out of 5
Tong Lane, The Pastures, Bradford, England
The price is £50 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£50
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Bradford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (368 reviews)
"Nice era with beautiful views, peaceful with nice staff, and clean room with a good service"

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

OYO Tong Park Hotel
Cedar Court Bradford
Cedar Court Bradford
4 out of 5
Mayo Avenue, Rooley Lane, Bradford, England
The price is £63 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£63
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bradford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (266 reviews)
Awful private parking
"Hate the parking, regularly stay and if you forget to pay parking in check in you get a fine even if you pay correct fee in morning."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Cedar Court Bradford
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Imperial Suites Apartment in Bradford
Imperial Suites Apartment in Bradford
3 out of 5
Bradford, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bradford. Enjoy free parking, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Lister Park and Bradford ...
Imperial Suites Apartment in Bradford
Beautiful 1-bed House in Bradford
Beautiful 1-bed House in Bradford
2 out of 5
Bradford, England
Stay at this residence in Bradford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Little Germany and Bradford Cathedral are located nearby.
Beautiful 1-bed House in Bradford
Piccadilly Apartments & Offices
Piccadilly Apartments & Offices
3 out of 5
12 Piccadilly, Bradford, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Bradford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Bradford City Hall and Bradford Cathedral are located ...
Piccadilly Apartments & Offices
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Bradford

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
33
5 - Excellent 18%
4 - Good
72
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
58
3 - Okay 32%
2 - Disappointing
11
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
6
1 - Terrible 3%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We liked our stay in Bradford.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Not safe place for single women at night. The old town has beautiful old architecture

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

My hometown lots of memories

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Standard Holiday Inn service.

2/5 - Disappointing

ChelsLeigh

Bullying needs to be sorted ASAP

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Acceptable for all cultures

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