Plan your visit to Bradford, United Kingdom
Surrounded by the stunning Yorkshire countryside, this city is famous for its architectural gems, curry restaurants and UNESCO-recognized film industry.
Although a modern city, Bradford proudly retains its Victorian-era landmarks and remnants of the Industrial Revolution. It’s a city built on immigration with a diverse population ranging from German settlers in the 1850s to Bangladeshi and Pakistani newcomers in the 20th century. Once the world’s most important wool trading center, Bradford today is a Curry Capital of Britain and the first city to receive UNESCO City of Film status.
At the heart of the city center is Bradford City Park, a contemporary urban space framed by the opulent Venetian-Gothic style Bradford City Hall. Cool off in the summer in the fountains of the park’s Mirror Pool, where a light show takes place every evening. A short walk away is the Alhambra Theatre, a venue for live music, musicals and pantomimes. The National Science and Media Museum showcases the city’s film, radio and television industry.
Wander the streets of Little Germany, which was the center of the city’s wool trade and takes its name from the German merchants that settled here in the 1850s. Grand Victorian buildings and former mills line Chapel Street and Field Street. Admire other notable sights such as Bradford Cathedral and The Wool Exchange.
More historic sites and lush parkland spread around the city’s outskirts. Visit Bolling Hall Museum, adjacent to Bowling Park and Cartwright Hall, in Lister Park. Ride the century-old Shipley Glen Tramway through woodland at the edge of Saltaire, a UNESCO-listed village renowned for its Victorian buildings.
Summertime festivals bring vitality to the city. Come for July’s free Bradford Festival and appreciate the talents of local dance troops, musicians and street theater actors. August’s Infest UK and September’s Bingley Music Live attract hordes of music fans.
While in Bradford, don’t miss the chance to sample mouthwatering cuisine at authentic Asian restaurants inspired by the flavors of Bangladesh, India, Kashmir and Pakistan.
Trains travel direct to Bradford from Leeds, London, Manchester and York. Continue your adventure into the breathtaking landscapes of West Yorkshire. The Forest of Bowland and Yorkshire Dales National Park are less than 90 minutes by car to the northwest.
Alhambra Theatre - You can get tickets for a performance at Alhambra Theatre during your stay in Bradford. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.
National Science and Media Museum - Kids love the distortions and tricks of the Wonderlab and the Games Lounge, while adults get a sense of nostalgia through the displays of old televisions and cameras.
Bradford City Hall - Spectacular light shows illuminate this imposing Venetian Gothic building, which is adorned with sculptures of British royalty and a Venetian-inspired clock tower.
Bradford City Park - Hang out at this central urban park, home to green spaces, a spray pool, family-friendly festivals and a Venetian Gothic masterpiece.
Lister Park - David Hockney’s pop-art works and modernist prints feature in the gallery at the core of a vast park with water features, botanical gardens and a pretty lake.
Little Germany - Learn about the local history of Bradford when you spend time at Little Germany. Amble around this culturally rich area's college campus or experience its theater scene.
Bolling Hall Museum - Discover the art and architectural heritage of Bradford while exploring the well-appointed rooms of one of the city’s oldest-surviving buildings.
Bradford Cathedral - Bradford’s oldest place of worship is a celebration of the art history, religious past and wars that have shaped the city and its people.
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