Bradford Night Out: Where to Park & Stay

Planning a night out in Bradford? Whether you're arriving by car or hopping on public transport, this guide helps you get here smoothly and enjoy your evening stress-free. From parking options to train and bus connections, plus nearby places to stay, we’ve got everything covered to make your visit easy and enjoyable.

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City Centre Map

To help you navigate, here’s a detailed map of Bradford city centre: View full-size map (pdf.) 

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Accessibility

Bradford welcomes all visitors. Many city centre venues, hotels, and transport options offer accessible facilities, including step-free access, accessible parking bays, and wheelchair-friendly taxis. For detailed accessibility information, visit Accessible Bradford or check individual venue and accommodation listings on Visit Bradford.

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Parking Options

Bradford offers several parking choices:

The Broadway Car Park is open daily until 1am and is ideal for events. It offers over 1,300 secure spaces with cashless entry. Advance booking is available for event parking, including Flexi and season ticket options.

Council-run car parks near to attractions typically open until 10pm and include:

• Crown Court: BD1 1JA - what3words.com/define.square.gave | 150 spaces near St. George's Hall, City Hall, and City Park
• Jacob’s Well: BD1 5RW –  what3words.com/device.sand.showed | 180 spaces near City Park, Alhambra Theatre, Bradford Live and National Science and Media Museum
• Sharpe Street: BD5 0QJ – what3words.com/trend.grow.estate | 98 spaces near the National Science and Media Museum, Alhambra Theatre, Bradford Live, Bradford Ice Arena.

You can explore Bradford Council’s parking page for maps and details.

Other private car parks are available at NCP Southgate: BD1 2AP and Leisure Exchange: BD1 5LD.

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Clean Air Zone (CAZ)

Bradford operates a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) to improve air quality. Charges apply to some commercial and non-compliant vehicles, but private cars and motorbikes are not charged. If you're driving a van, taxi, bus, or HGV, it's important to check whether your vehicle is compliant before entering the zone.

Check your vehicle and learn more at the Bradford CAZ website.

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Taxi Ranks

Hackney carriage taxi ranks are conveniently located across the city centre. Key ranks include:

Interchange Station - what3words.com/keen.sprint.post

Forster Square Station - what3words.com/juror.frame.curvy

Sunbridge Road - what3words.com/serve.having.spike

Cheapside by the Midland Hotel - what3words.com/saying.spell.stay 

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Public Transport

Bradford is served by two main train stations:

Bradford Interchange offers both rail and bus connections.

Forster Square Station is ideal for regional rail links.

Evening bus services operate across the city and surrounding areas. Check local timetables via West Yorkshire Metro.

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Accommodation Nearby

If you're planning to stay overnight, Bradford city centre offers several convenient options:

• The Midland Hotel on Cheapside is a grand Victorian building with traditional charm.
• Leonardo Hotel Bradford on Thornton Road offers modern rooms and is a short walk from key venues
• The Great Victoria Hotel on Bridge Street is a historic property just steps from the Interchange station.
• Premier Inn Bradford Central is located on Vicar Lane, close to The Broadway shopping centre.
• Holiday Inn Express at the Leisure Exchange offers easy access to restaurants and entertainment.
• Travelodge Bradford Central on Valley Road is a budget-friendly option near Forster Square.

For more hotel options across the wider Bradford district—including Ilkley, Haworth, and Saltaire—go to the Visit Bradford accommodation listings page.