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Unlock the Magic of Bradford: Your 2025 Culture-Fuelled Itinerary
Welcome to Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture! Whether you're here for the RISE launch or staying longer, let the city's magic guide you through exciting attractions, world-famous curries, and vibrant local culture.
STAY & EXPLORE
Bradford offers a variety of accommodations, from traditional hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs to more independent options like holiday lodges and serviced apartments.
MORNING: Magical Beginnings
• The Broadway Bradford: Start your day with a stroll through this bustling shopping centre, packed with high street brands, unique boutiques, and eateries. Catch a blockbuster at The Light Cinema afterwards.
• Bradford Cathedral: Step into this magnificent Gothic cathedral, featuring stunning Morris & Co. Stained glass windows. Entry is free, and you might even catch a community event or exhibition.
• Little Germany: Wander through this historic area, with its Victorian warehouses and quirky sculptures like Granddad’s Clock. BD:Walls mural The Portal by NeSpoon celebrates Bradford’s lace-making heritage, located on Church Bank House near the Cathedral.
AFTERNOON: Embrace Bradford’s Vibrant Culture
• National Science & Media Museum: Celebrate its reopening with animation-themed workshops and screenings, in partnership with Aardman Studios, offering a unique opportunity to explore the world of stop-motion animation.
• Impressions Gallery: Explore the Nationhood: Memory and Hope exhibition, a powerful collection of photography about the UK’s four nations.
• Bradford Industrial Museum (a short bus ride away): Step into the city’s industrial past, with vintage machinery and textile exhibits.
Choice: Indoor Adventure Fun
Still full of energy? Enjoy indoor fun at Flip Out Bradford, Bradford Ice Arena, VR City, Time Trapped Escape Room, or Loony Golf.
Refuel at one of Bradford’s charming cafés: Visit Cake'ole (with City Hall views), Tiffin, Café W, or Lefteris for fresh bread and coffee. For a quick bite, try Pizza Pieces, Nando’s, Wingstop, Frankie’s, and more.
EVENING: After the RISE, let Bradford’s spirit continue to inspire you ...
Choice: Savour the Magic of Bradford’s Curry Scene
• MyLahore: A local favourite with modern takes on classic British Asian dishes.
• The International: Famous for its authentic, flavour-packed curries.
• Mumtaz: Just minutes from the city centre, perfect for a full curry feast.
• Sweet Centre: Known for Indian and Pakistani sweets and curries.
• Jinnah: On Leeds Road, offering bold and spicy Pakistani and Indian dishes.
Leeds Road, a vibrant multicultural hub, offers spots like Bab Tooma Grande, Heavenly Desserts, and the renowned Akbars. Whether you're craving Italian, Mediterranean, or traditional British pub grub, Bradford has something for every taste. For more options, visit Food and Drink.
Choice: Magical Entertainment
• North Parade: Bradford's indie quarter, with quirky bars and cafés for a fun night out. Start at RISE, then enjoy a drink at The Boar and Fable, a rum cocktail at Rumshackalack, or curry and beer at Peacocks.
• Sunbridge Wells: Explore underground tunnels with bars and live music at Wallers Brewery, or enjoy a classic pub atmosphere at The Rose & Crown.
• Cinemagic: Catch a film at IMAX or Pictureville Cinema for a cinematic experience.
**Helpful Tips for Your Visit:**
Getting Around: Bradford is easily accessible by public transport. Arrive via Bradford Interchange or Bradford Forster Square train stations.
City Transformation: Bradford has transformed into a pedestrian-friendly city centre, offering stunning views and plenty to explore. Be sure to take a stroll and discover all the exciting changes!
Book Your RISE Tickets: Be sure to book your tickets for RISE as part of Bradford 2025! Stay up to date with more exciting events by checking the official website for updates.
LOVE BRADFORD: As the day winds down, let Bradford’s unique blend of culture, history, and creativity inspire you to return and explore more culture-inspired itineraries.
Itinerary Items
| Item |
|---|
| The Broadway Bradford |
| Little Germany |
| Bradford Cathedral |
| Impressions Gallery |
| Nationhood: Memory and Hope | Aïda Muluneh |
| National Science and Media Museum |
| Sunbridgewells |
| Bradford Industrial Museum |
| RISE |
Product Information
The Broadway Bradford
Bradford
With everything from department stores to fashion brands and all your favourite high street names, you can shop until you drop at The Broadway.
Little Germany
Bradford
Bradford has a long and intriguing history dating from Saxon times. The city developed from a small market town to a prosperous city with the development of manufacturing in the 18th century and the growth in the wool trade.
By the middle of the 19th century there were 38 worsted mills in…
Bradford Cathedral
Bradford
City Centre's hidden jewel set in attractive gardens. Visitors experience a warm welcome, exploring its pace, beauty, varied worship schedule, exciting events, reflecting civic and national life.
Impressions Gallery
Bradford
Impressions Gallery is a charity that helps people to understand the world through photography and acts as an agent for change
Nationhood: Memory and Hope | Aïda Muluneh
Bradford
Portraits of our local heroes form the backbone of Aïda Muluneh’s major exhibition at Impressions Gallery.
National Science and Media Museum
Bradford
The National Science and Media Museum, in the heart of Bradford, explores the science and culture of light and sound technologies and their impact on our lives.
Bradford Industrial Museum
Bradford
Bradford's Industrial Museum has permanent displays of textile machinery, steam power, engineering and motor vehicles, along with an exciting exhibitions programme.
Itinerary Distances
| From | To | Distance * (metric) |
|---|---|---|
| The Broadway Bradford (53.79444,-1.75008) | Little Germany (53.794,-1.74673) | 0.2 |
| Little Germany (53.794,-1.74673) | Bradford Cathedral (53.7954,-1.7477) | 0.15 |
| Bradford Cathedral (53.7954,-1.7477) | Impressions Gallery (53.79272,-1.75528) | 0.52 |
| Impressions Gallery (53.79272,-1.75528) | Nationhood: Memory and Hope | Aïda Muluneh (53.79272,-1.75521) | 0 |
| Nationhood: Memory and Hope | Aïda Muluneh (53.79272,-1.75521) | National Science and Media Museum (53.79106,-1.75594) | 0.17 |
| National Science and Media Museum (53.79106,-1.75594) | Sunbridgewells (53.79295,-1.75534) | 0.19 |
| Sunbridgewells (53.79295,-1.75534) | Bradford Industrial Museum (53.8108,-1.72249) | 2.64 |
| Bradford Industrial Museum (53.8108,-1.72249) | RISE (53.79227,-1.75466) | 2.66 |
| Total Distance * | 6.55 miles | |
| Estimated Journey Time | 13 minutes | |
* Approximate distance by road
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