Head to the friendly city of Sheffield
Enjoy the area's theater scene, entertainment and museums and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Sheffield. This welcoming city is known for its sporting events, gardens and monuments. Are you looking for specific amenities for your getaway? Many of our vacation rentals feature full kitchens and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Sheffield
Do you want to discover attractions to see in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Sheffield a fun place to get away. Here are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Dore and Totley Golf Club (4.5 mi / 7.2 km)
- Gulliver's Valley (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park (16.6 mi / 26.7 km)
- Doncaster Racecourse (17.8 mi / 28.6 km)
- Holmfirth Vineyard (18.4 mi / 29.6 km)
Exploring the gardens and other natural features in Sheffield
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Sheffield is a great place to get out in nature. These are some of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Peak District National Park (12.2 mi / 19.7 km)
- Peace Gardens (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Sheffield Winter Garden (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Crookes Park (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
- Sheffield Botanical Gardens (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Endcliffe Park (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
Transportation to and around Sheffield
Fly into Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), the closest airport, located 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you can also fly into Manchester Airport (MAN), which is 33.1 mi (53.2 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Sheffield Station, Darnall Station and Meadowhall Station are the main stations in the area. You might consider catching a ride on the metro at Meadowhall Interchange Tram Stop to easily navigate the city.