Huddersfield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Huddersfield
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Huddersfield is a true Yorkshire town, full of surprising qualities, strong traditions, shopping and exciting festivals.  

Set on the edge of the wonderful scenery of the Peak District National Park and South Pennines, whatever your reason for visiting Huddersfield – be it work or leisure – you will enjoy your stay spending time discovering this beautiful area.

Accommodation in Huddersfield West Yorkshire caters for all, from fully integrated backpacker’s barns in the Yorkshire countryside to top class accommodation. Alternatively if its spa boutique hotels you seek then look to West Yorkshires city hotel’s. Head to the countryside for your more down to earth family run guest houses.

Greenhead Park is the perfect venue for a family picnic on a sunny day. With a miniature railway operating in peak season, alongside live music, sports and other activities, there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained.

One of Huddersfield’s most popular attractions, Castle Hill, offers spectacular views over the whole of the surrounding area. Well worth the trek for the rewarding views at the end.

When in Huddersfield take the opportunity to get out and explore the wide open countryside that makes West Yorkshire the perfect getaway from city life. With a selection of walking routes to choose from let that inner rambler escape and enjoy what the Yorkshire countryside has to offer.

Leeds and Bradford are West Yorkshire’s two adjoining cities both founded in the midst of the industrial revolution. These cities are now prime tourist destinations with museums, galleries and, of course, popular restaurants and bars all contributing to their appeal.

While in Leeds visit the local Kirkgate Market, believed to be the largest covered market in Europe with over 800 traders. Selling everything, from exotic food to fashion fabrics, it makes for an alternative experience compared to the normal shopping trip.

Explore Yorkshire Culture

If you enjoy museums and are keen to learn more of the history and culture of West Yorkshire then you will not be disappointed with a visit to the many museums in the area. Museums include The Royal Armouries in Leeds, National Media Museum in Bradford and the fantastic National Coal Mining Museum. Situated in Overton, the National Coal Mining Museum is a fantastic day out, with numerous outbuildings to explore and interactive exhibitions that bring the whole mining story to life.

Take the family to Yorkshire Sculpture Park, a great day out for all. The site itself is spacious with plenty of wide open space for children to play in and a range of walking trails to choose from.

Bradford is recognised as the curry capital of Britain, and there is only one thing on the menu that you must try when in Bradford. Bradford itself has a distinct and flourishing arts scene, with Bradford said to be the world’s first UNESCO City of Film. If you can squeeze a theatre visit into your trip you will not be disappointed.

Where to stay in Huddersfield

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Lindley

Bars and historical sites are some things travellers note about Lindley. Check out Huddersfield Town Hall or Lawrence Batley Theatre while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Lindley
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Britannia Hotel Manchester
3 out of 5
35 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is £38 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£38
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in their reviews. ...
6.4/10 (2,205 reviews)
"Lovely architecture , looks more like something from John wick films has that distinctive grand feel . Basic but for the price as a central Manchester hotel it was worth the money . Food was good nice not a huge selection but again for the price it was acceptable"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
4 out of 5
London Road, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £82 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£82
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (701 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel. The hash brown at breakfast were delicious."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
4 out of 5
Blackfriars Street, Manchester, England
The price is £90 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£90
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
"Arrived to find a customer at reception complaining at checkout !! Filled me with dread as I had booked this for my partners 60 th before flying onto Newyork . We had a superb stay ! Staff were exceptional , friendly & attentive And breakfast was just delicious 😍😍😍 10/10 Loved the quirkiness ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Treehouse Hotel Manchester
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.
CitySuites Aparthotel
CitySuites Aparthotel
5 out of 5
16 Chapel Street, Salford, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Salford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,106 reviews)
Excellent aparthotel
"Check in was smooth and friendly. Upon entering the room you could feel the coolness is the air con conditioning, the was super clean and smelt fresh. We used the swimming pool and jacuzzi, area was clean and tidy. Overall we had a great stay and will be back."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

CitySuites Aparthotel
Whitworth Locke
Whitworth Locke
4 out of 5
74 Princess St., Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,117 reviews)
"Brilliant as always. Luke, Kieran, Nour and the wider team are so helpful."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Whitworth Locke
CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
5 out of 5
New Kings Head Yard, Salford, England
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Salford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (412 reviews)
"Best hotel I’ve stayed in for a long time"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

CitySuites 2 Aparthotel
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 Huddersfield

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
9
5 - Excellent 13%
4 - Good
34
4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
27
3 - Okay 38%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Visited the Hepworth Gallery in Wakefield which was superb. It is a beautiful building, which also has a superb cafe (great food!).

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only passing through but seems pleasant. I felt safe walking to the hotel in the dark.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely town, lots to see, lot of traditional shops and restaurants. Beautiful views.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Ok

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It is a nice town to visit, good transport links and places to eat.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

My van was broken in to and so was our work site thousands of pounds worth stolen

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