What's Sheffield like for family-friendly holidays?

The welcoming destination of Sheffield is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The entertainment, museums and sporting events are just a few things that make this an attractive holiday destination for families. Arrange a flight into Manchester Airport (MAN), which is located 33.1 mi (53.3 km) from the city centre.

What's the best accommodation option for a family holiday to Sheffield?

The Fountain Inn is a top 3-star inn on Expedia for families, and features 2 restaurants and free parking. Other choices to stay with the children include The Norfolk Arms and KSpace @ The Point - One Bedroom Apartment .

How many hotels that welcome families will I be able to find in Sheffield?

Expedia has 41 hotels in Sheffield that are great for families.

What's the seasonal weather in Sheffield?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 15°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Sheffield is 559 mm.

What's there to see and do with your family in Sheffield?

While you are visiting Sheffield, you and the family may want to explore some interesting spots such as Crucible Theatre, O2 Academy and National Videogame Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Ruskin Gallery and Lyceum.

What's the best way for us to get around Sheffield?

Head to Meadowhall Interchange Station for metro travel. If you want to travel outside the city, hop on a train from Sheffield Station, Darnall Station or Dore and Totley Station.

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Where should we stay in Sheffield?

The welcoming destination of Sheffield is a great choice if you've been considering a holiday with the children. The entertainment, museums and sporting events are just some of the things that make this a good destination for family holidays. Fly into Doncaster (DSA-Robin Hood), which is located 20.2 mi (32.5 km) from the city centre. Sheffield has 31 child-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation so you have a variety of choices when you're deciding where you'd like to stay.

Holidaying families have good things to say about these types of accommodation:

Copthorne Hotel Sheffield: Offers a restaurant, free parking and free Internet. Guests like the overall comfort and clean rooms at this 4-star hotel.

Holiday Inn Express Sheffield City Centre – Offers a restaurant, free breakfast and free WiFi. Guests like the overall comfort and quiet location at this 3.5-star hotel.

Holiday Inn Sheffield – Offers a restaurant, laundry facilities and free WiFi. Guests like the overall comfort and quiet location at this 4-star hotel.

When should we visit Sheffield?

You're probably hoping for good weather for your family holiday. Use these tips to plan when to grab the children and head to Sheffield.

Hottest months: August, July, June and September, with an average temperature of 20°F
Coldest months: January, February, March and December, with an average temperature of 2°F
Driest months: August, March, April and May, with an average rainfall of 1 inches
Rainiest months: September, October, January and November, with an average rainfall of 2 inches

What should we see and do in Sheffield?

While you are visiting Sheffield, you may want to round up the youngsters and make time to see interesting attractions such as Peace Gardens and Millennium Gallery. Make sure that you have plenty of time to take in the area's activities such as Sheffield Town Hall, Ponds Forge International Sports Centre and Arts Tower.

Sheffield is also known for its:

Museums
Theatre
Entertainment
Sports
Historical sites
Monuments
Art

Getting around Sheffield

If you want to see more of the area, hop aboard a train from Sheffield Station, Darnall Station or Meadowhall Interchange Station. Sheffield may not have many public transport options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore the city.

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Sheffield Hotel Reviews

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

The Hotel is easy and accessible to get to, it’s close to local transport links and plenty of shops. The hotel has a lot of great services, the room was clean, spacious and had a very relaxing atmosphere, the staff were amazing and had no hesitation in helping. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay again! Thanks!

A verified traveller stayed at Crowne Plaza Royal Victoria Sheffield

Posted 1 day ago

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sheffield Park

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

A verified traveller stayed at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sheffield Park

Posted 8 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Very friendly staff.

A verified traveller stayed at Leopold Hotel

Posted 12 days ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Staff were very friendly. Room was large, clean, comfortable Breakfast was extensive

A verified traveller stayed at Mercure Sheffield St Paul's Hotel & Spa

Posted 2 weeks ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Very good comfortable rooms. Friendly and efficient staff.

A verified traveller stayed at Halifax Hall

Posted 3 weeks ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Good location. Parking fee should be inclusive of the room price. It looks odd to pay separately for parking.

A verified traveller stayed at Novotel Sheffield Centre

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Another smooth and pleasant stay at this ibis hotel. Met my expectations once again and look forward to my next stay here next week….beginning to feel like my 2nd home!!!

A verified traveller from Todmorden stayed at ibis budget Sheffield Arena

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Great hotel, lovely staff, super comfortable beds and the room was immaculate. Only complaint is that the air con didn’t work so our room was constantly cold!

A verified traveller stayed at Jurys Inn Sheffield

Posted 2 months ago