Attractions

From the moment you set foot in Bradford UK City of Culture 2025, you'll realise that it is a destination rich in culture and bursting with inspiring things to do. Bradford has a fascinating history from Roman remains to Victorian grandeur. With a long industrial heritage reflected in the museums and galleries. Check out the top Bradford District attractions, many of which are family friendly, free to visit and offer exciting opportunities for both children and adults to have fun. Discover a wide variety of adventurous sports and leisure activities for a good time with friends and family, such as thrilling indoor rock climbing, immersive video gaming and much more that’ll inspire you to go out and explore Bradford District.

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Cow and Calf Rocks

Address

Ilkley Moor, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9RF

Telephone
01943 602319

ilkley.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Ilkley

High on Ilkley Moor the Cow and Calf Rocks are a large rock formation consisting of an outcrop and boulder, also known as Hangingstone Rocks. Ilkley Moor is a great place for walking and rock climbing and impressive views can be enjoyed.
Bradford City Centre Heritage Trail

Address

Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JF

Telephone
01943 436232

bradford.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Bradford

Step back in time on the Bradford City Centre Heritage Trail. This self guided walk takes you on a fascinating route around Bradford's historic city centre.
Bradford Civil War Siege Trail

Address

Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JF

Telephone
01943 436232

bradford.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Bradford

This trail marks key locations of the Bradford Civil War Siege.
Bradford Cathedral

Address

1 Stott Hill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4EH

Telephone
01274 777720

info@bradfordcathedral.org

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.
Rail Story

Address

Ingrow West Station, South Street, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD21 5AX

Telephone
01535 680425

admin@vintagecarriagestrust.org

Keighley

Visit Rail Story to learn more about the railways and the people who worked on them.
The Length And Breadth Of Ilkley Moor

Address

Ilkley, West Yorkshire

Telephone
01274 433678

bradford.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Ilkley

An invigorating walk in the footsteps of the giant Rombald across Ilkley Moor.
East Riddlesden Hall

Address

Bradford Road, Riddlesden, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 5EL

Telephone
01535 607075

eastriddlesden@nationaltrust.org.uk

Keighley

National Trust owned historic house, garden, shop and tearoom. This award winning attraction offers a lot to discover and explore.
Bradford Pennine Gateway National Nature Reserve

Address

West Yorkshire

A special nature reserve in the heart of the Bradford district.
Bradford Police Museum

Address

City Hall, Centenary Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1HY

Telephone
01274 510245

info@bradfordpolicemuseum.com

Bradford

Victorian cells, court and gallery telling the history policing, crime and punishment in Bradford from the early 19th century onwards.
Cliffe Castle Museum and Park

Address

Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley, West Yorkshire, BD20 6LH

Telephone
01535 618231

cliffe.castle@bradford.gov.uk

Keighley

A former mansion built 1875 - 1882, now the local museum in a park.
Bradford Industrial Museum

Address

Moorside Road, Eccleshill, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD2 3HP

Telephone
01274 435900

industrial.museum@bradford.gov.uk

Bradford

Bradford's Industrial Museum has permanent displays of textile machinery, steam power, engineering and motor vehicles, along with an exciting exhibitions programme.
The Great Northern Railway Trail

Address

Station Road, Bradford, BD13 1HR

Bradford

This route intersects with National Route 69 and gives you the opportunity to cross the Grade II listed Hewenden viaduct, with spectacular views across this wooded valley.
Salts Mill & 1853 Gallery

Address

Salts Mill, Victoria Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire, BD18 3LA

Telephone
01274 531163

post@saltsmill.org.uk

Saltaire

Four comprehensive art galleries featuring over 400 works by David Hockney. Grade II Listed historic mill building set in a picturesque village which was built for the mill workers in 1853.
Shipley Glen Cable Tramway

Address

Prod Lane, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 5BN

Telephone
01274 589010

glentram@outlook.com

Shipley

Britain's oldest working cable hauled tramway opened in 1895 run entirely by volunteers.
Bradford Tile Trail

Address

Various Locations, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JF

Bradford

Discover Bradford’s stunning tilework and architectural ceramics with this free self-directed trail, created by the Tiles and Architectural Ceramics Society (TACS).
The Worth Way

Address

Keighley, West Yorkshire

Keighley

A challenging walking route around the beautiful Worth Valley.
Four Pubs Walk

Address

Esholt, West Yorkshire

Telephone
01274 433678

bradford.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Esholt

A gentle 4 mile walk around Esholt
Dales Way

Address

Old Bridge, Ilkley Riverside, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9EU

Ilkley

The Dales Way runs for 80 miles from Ilkley in West Yorkshire to Bowness-on-Windermere in Cumbria.
Ilkley Riverside Gardens

Address

Bridge Lane, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 9EU

Telephone
01943 436232

ilkley.vic@bradford.gov.uk

Ilkley

Riverside Gardens is a popular place for families to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
Salt Pots Ceramic Studio

Address

97 Bingley Road, Saltaire, West Yorkshire, BD18 4SB

Telephone
01274 270210

hello@saltpotsltd.com

Saltaire

Salt Pots specialises in pottery painting parties for all ages, gift commissions and hand and foot print pottery, booking is recommended but you can often also pop in and paint your pot there and then!