Kelham Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kelham Island
Popular places to visit
Kelham Island Museum
Peruse the array of quirky contraptions and science displays that illustrate Sheffield’s industrial revolution at this intriguing island museum.
Crucible Theatre
Choose from an exciting program of theater productions and sporting events at the home of Sheffield’s World Snooker Championship.
Sheffield City Hall
Attend a concert at one of three halls in this impressive music venue, which has hosted some of the biggest names to come to Sheffield.
Ponds Forge International Sports Centre
Catch an event at Ponds Forge International Sports Centre during your trip to Sheffield. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Sheffield Hallam University
Explore the campus of Sheffield Hallam University as part of your travels around Sheffield. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its entertainment choices.
Lyceum
Enjoy family-friendly pantomimes, adaptations of Shakespearean plays, live music performances and stand-up comedy shows at this Edwardian-style auditorium.
Activities
Bar and Club entry Night Pass to multiple venues in Sheffield
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Sheffield with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Private Shopping Tour from Sheffield to Outlet East Midlands
Private Shopping Tour from Sheffield to Designer Outlet York
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Our pick of the best Kelham Island Hotel Deals
Sandman Signature Sheffield Quays Hotel
The room was pristine, the staff were professional and friendly. The pool was quiet and the areas clean. The food was exceptional, well presented and fresh. Unfortunately i had a fall on our last night outside the theatre, the hotel staff provided ice, towels and couldn't have been more kind and ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Sheffield
Lovely room, shower, service. Can't fault it. Perfect stay.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Ringwood Hall Hotel & Spa
Staff friendliness
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Leopold Hotel
Clean spaciousbroom, great staff, very friendly
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hampton By Hilton Sheffield
Superb staff throughout the hotel. The breakfast was very good with a massive selection. The rooms were also good and spotless. I would certainly use here again
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Leonardo Hotel Sheffield
The room itself was very clean just disappointed with the comfort of the bed and pillows. Bathroom very clean apart from the shower doors needs a lot of attention to the bottom of the doors very unclean. Soap and shower gel in shower very good quality and beautiful smell,overall a good stay and the ...
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kelham Island
Neepsend
Neepsend might not have many top sights, but Kelham Island Museum and Sheffield City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sheffield City Centre
Sheffield City Centre is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Sheffield City Hall or Peace Gardens.
Walkley
Though Walkley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rivelin Valley Nature Trail and Owlerton Stadium.
Broomhill
Though Broomhill may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Crookes Park and Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Attercliffe
You'll enjoy the restaurants and theatres in Attercliffe. You might want to make time for a stop at English Institute of Sport Sheffield or IceSheffield.
Sharrow
While there might not be top attractions in Sharrow, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bramall Lane and Crookes Park.
