South Yorkshire Travel Guide

England

A formal garden with a central fountain, manicured hedges, and a large building in the background.
A wooden pedestrian bridge with a covered walkway, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A large industrial building with large wheels and machinery.
A library with tall bookshelves filled with books, a staircase, and ornate wallpaper.
A red and white vintage aircraft on display in a hangar.

Popular cities in South Yorkshire

A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.
Sheffield
Known for Friendly people, Sports and Gardens
Discover the fascinating history of the Steel City and see how it has become a leafy haven where trees far outnumber people.

Reasons to visit

  • Sheffield City Hall
  • Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
  • Crucible Theatre
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A grand historic building with ornate architecture, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.
Doncaster
Known for Friendly people, Budget and Business
Markets, churches and museums feature in the center of this town, with a wildlife zoo and enchanting villages in the outskirts. Make a family trip to rural estates and parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Yorkshire Wildlife Park
  • Conisbrough Castle
  • Cusworth Hall
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A historic stone building with a central entrance, flanked by two signs advertising the Clifton Park Museum.
Rotherham
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Historical
Experience the history, cathedral and castle in Rotherham!

Reasons to visit

  • Wentworth Woodhouse
  • Clifton Park Museum
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A frozen lake with bare trees silhouetted against a cloudy sky.
Barnsley
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Bars
Trip time! Discover the bars, art and culture in quaint Barnsley.

Reasons to visit

  • Cannon Hall Farm
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A stone viaduct over a field with a forested hill in the background.
Mexborough
Head to Conisbrough Castle and Wentworth Woodhouse—just two of the sights around Mexborough.
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Stay near popular South Yorkshire attractions

A wooden pedestrian bridge with a sign reading "Leopard Heights" leading to a building with a sloped roof.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park

8.8/10 (113 reviews)
Watch the lions, tigers and polar bears in replica habitats, go shopping in the Safari Village and let your kids run wild in myriad play areas.
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