Best Museums in Bradford

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Best Museums in Bradford

National Railway Museum York
National Railway Museum York
4.7 (18135 ratings)4.5 (16474 ratings)
Railway history and artefacts, with 300 vehicles including steam world record holder, the Mallard.
Leeman Rd, York, YO26 4XJ, United Kingdom
Rail museumMuseumsHistory museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by galtreslodge.uk
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"We love the railway museum not least because Rebecca’s dad is a train enthusiast and could spend hours in here reading every tiny detail on every sign next to every exhibition!. Great for kids with live shows and hands-on activities. Entry is free, but if you can afford it, it’s nice to make a small donation to keep this attraction thriving in York for years to come."
Mentioned by greatvaluevacations.com
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"Good news: the largest railway museum in the world is also open year-round!. This museums offers tons of free activities as well as a railroad-themed play area for the kids, which makes it a slam dunk for the entire family."
JORVIK Viking Centre
JORVIK Viking Centre
4.5 (4459 ratings)4 (6094 ratings)
A fully reconstructed Viking village complete with the sights and smells, and an adjoining museum.
19 Coppergate, York, YO1 9WT, United Kingdom
MuseumsArchaeological museumSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by The Ladybirds' Adventures
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"The Jorvik Viking centre is built on the site of the Coppergate dig (1976-1981) which revealed 1000 year old houses, workshops and backyards from the Viking age. The exhibit starts with a glass floor over the Coppergate dig so you can see what is left of the site for yourself. After this, you can go on a ride through a replica Viking village made using the information they found from the Coppergate dig site."
Mentioned by Britain Visitor - Travel Guide To Britain
York Museums
"The Yorvik Viking Center was inspired by the Coppergate dig of 1978 which lasted 5 years and revealed York's Viking heritage. The 2017 reopening introduced a new multilingual ride experience featuring animatronic Viking era residents replete with authentic smells. Moreover, all new galleries feature the collection of 1000 year old Viking artifacts."
Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds Art Gallery
4.4 (1228 ratings)4 (280 ratings)
Large collection of 20th-century art with Craft Centre and Design Gallery for mixed media displays.
The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AA, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt Museums
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"It’s home to a sensational collection of art, including one of the biggest collections of 20th-century British art in the UK, starting with Henry Moore’s sculpture of the Reclining Woman outside and Lothar Götz’s Xanadu in the entrance hall. Inside, you can head to the Lower Galleries to discover important works by the likes of Francis Bacon, Barbara Hepworth and Damien Hirst or visit the Upper Galleries to explore works from their modern artworks and temporary exhibitions. Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3AA."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"This major gallery is packed with 19th- and 20th-century British heavyweights – Turner, Constable, Stanley Spencer, Wyndham Lewis et al – along with contemporary pieces by more recent arrivals such as Antony..."
Mentioned by Visit Leeds
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York Castle Museum
York Castle Museum
4.6 (3918 ratings)4.5 (8510 ratings)
A recreated Victorian cobbled street with costumed guides and period rooms including a schoolroom.
Tower St, York, YO1 9RY, United Kingdom
Historical place museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by The Ladybirds' Adventures
11 Things to do in York with kids
"I didn’t feel this one captured the interest of my two young children as much as some of the other attractions mentioned but I think older children would get more out of it. Neither the less there were bits that my two enjoyed. One area was the play area but I felt this area could be improved compared to the quality of play areas in the other museums."
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Art And Culture, Historical Site, Architecture , Specialty Museum. York Castle Museum isn’t just going to show you the past - it’s going to let you be a part of it. The museum stands on the site of York Castle, built in 1068 by William the Conqueror."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"This excellent museum has displays of everyday life through the centuries, with reconstructed domestic interiors, a Victorian street and a prison cell where you can try out a condemned man's bed – and it could be..."
The Tetley
The Tetley
4.2 (436 ratings)3.5 (120 ratings)
Contemporary art gallery complex in an art deco former brewery HQ, with exhibitions, bar and dining.
Hunslet Rd, Leeds, LS10 1JQ, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsBarHeritage buildingLearning centerRestaurantArt MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by LeedsLive
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"The former headquarters of the Tetley Brewery at Leeds’ South Bank is now a creative space for art, events and workshops, and also houses a bar serving Yorkshire fare. The art gallery, open daily, offers regularly changing exhibitions, while live music, yoga, guest speakers and family art workshops are also on the calendar. The Tetley, Hunslet Road, Leeds LS10 1JQ, gallery open faily 10am-5pm and Wednesdays 10am-8pm, admission free."
Mentioned by Yorkshire Food Guide
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"The 1930’s art deco, former headquarters of Tetley Brewery is a pioneering centre for contemporary art. Also, a great place to kick back, enjoy a selection of cask ales, wines, spirits and soft drinks, together with a Yorkshire inspired menu showcasing the very best ingredients. Their sun trap of a beer garden is the perfect place to enjoy a pint of Tetley’s, right on the spot it was born more than 200 years ago."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Tetley Brewery's defunct 1930s offices have been converted into a contemporary-arts venue with a restaurant and pub on the ground floor, spilling out onto an outdoor terrace. Upstairs the old meeting rooms have..."
York Mansion House
York Mansion House
4.5 (85 ratings)4.5 (68 ratings)
Tours are offered of this historic home, built for the Lord Mayor in 1732 & still in use.
St. Helen’s Square, York, YO1 9QL, United Kingdom
MuseumsHistorical landmarkLocal history museumWedding venueGovernment BuildingsHistoric SitesHistory MuseumsSpecialty MuseumsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
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"This pink facade building on St. Helen’s Square (near Betty’s Tea Rooms) is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York and has only recently opened to the public. The grand, 800 year old house showcases collections of silverware and ceramics, ceremonial items used by the Lord Mayor as well as recreated 18th century bedrooms and dining rooms. The downstairs kitchen has interactive exhibits and equipment to learn about Georgian cooking ."
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Located in the center of the city, the Mansion House is the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York. But along with being a home, this historic house is popular with visitors. The Mansion House exhibits an impressive collection of paintings, silver and furniture."
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
DIG: An Archaeological Adventure
4.4 (337 ratings)4.5 (357 ratings)
Archeology museum where children unearth replica historical finds in hands-on excavations.
St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NN, United Kingdom
Archaeological museumMuseumsChildren's MuseumsHistory Museums
Mentioned by york360.co.uk
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"At DIG, you get to discover only the most exciting archaeological artefacts from the 2000 years of history hidden under the streets of York. Our four excavation pits are filled with Roman, Viking, Medieval and Victorian finds, so you can grab a trowel and dig up the clues that show how people lived in these times. DIG, St Saviour's Church, St Saviourgate, York YO1 8NN"
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Under the same management as Jorvik and housed in an atmospheric old church, Dig gives you the chance to be an 'archaeological detective', unearthing the secrets of York's distant past as well as learning..."
York's Chocolate Story
York's Chocolate Story
4.5 (3219 ratings)4.5 (4826 ratings)
Tour exploring the history of chocolate and the city's confectioners, with cafe and shop.
3-4 Kings Square, York, YO1 7LD, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by york360.co.uk
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"Join us in a mouth-watering journey through York’s newest visitor attraction. Celebrate the city’s special chocolate and confectionery story; from chocolate’s roots in the Central American rainforests to our present love affair with all things sweet. Meet chocolate’s founding families; discover the stories of the people of York who made, packed, labelled and shipped chocolate to every corner of the globe."
Mentioned by galtreslodge.uk
York Attractions
"Just a minute or two walk from the hotel (turn left out of our front door and walk until you get to King’s Square). Hear about York’s chocolate history, get lots of samples to try, and make a chocolate lolly to take home – really good fun for adults and children. VISIT THEIR WEBSITE >>"
Fairfax House
Fairfax House
4.5 (254 ratings)4.5 (864 ratings)
Imposing Georgian townhouse museum with significant collections of furniture, paintings and clocks.
Castlegate, York, YO1 9RN, United Kingdom
MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Around York
Historical buildings and museums in York
"Fairfax House is a Georgian town house open to the public between February and December. The house displays a collection of eighteenth-century furniture and shows how Georgians lived in their day. 901 metres from the Minster.Castlegate, York, North Yorkshire YO1 9RN, United Kingdom"
Art of Protest Gallery (York)
Art of Protest Gallery (York)
4.2 (60 ratings)5 (6 ratings)
11 Walmgate, York, YO1 9TX, United Kingdom
Art galleryMuseumsArt centerArt dealerArt studioArts organization

Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Bradford

Northern Ballet
Northern Ballet
4.3 (21 ratings)4.5 (23 ratings)
Inventive modern dance company with theatre hosting many types of dance performances and lessons.
Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7PA, United Kingdom
Dance companyConcerts & ShowsBallet schoolEvent venueBallets
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Did you know that Leeds is one of just three cities in the UK with its own ballet and opera companies?. The former is Northern Ballet, a critically acclaimed company that’s widely considered to be one of the best in the world. Led by David Nixon OBE, they offer up unique reinterpretations of classics like Swan Lake alongside new ballets like Casanova, The Little Mermaid and The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas."
Mentioned by Erasmusu
The Best Cultural Attractions in Leeds
"The Northern Ballet is a touring dance company which performs locally, nationally and internationally, with its home in Leeds. They are well-known for transforming popular stories into Dance, such as The Little Mermaid and The Great Gatsby. You should definitely take up the opportunity to watch one of their mesmerising ballets if you have the chance."
St George's Hall
St George's Hall
4.6 (515 ratings)3.5 (87 ratings)
Comedy, rock, pop and classical concerts in a Victorian concert hall known for its good acoustics.
Bridge St, Bradford, BD1 1JT, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsComedy clubConcert hallEvent venueLive music venueTheaters
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"St George’s Hall, Bradford, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1JT - Visit now. Bradfords flagship music venue, St Georges Hall has been bring the best touring talent to Bradford since the 19th Century."
Theatre Royal Wakefield
Theatre Royal Wakefield
4.6 (827 ratings)4.5 (220 ratings)
Plush 3-tiered Victorian auditorium hosting a varied programme of drama, dance, comedy and music.
Drury Ln, Wakefield, WF1 2TE, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Bradford Area

The Turk's Head
The Turk's Head
4.6 (473 ratings)4.5 (104 ratings)
Relaxed, easygoing locale for rotating craft beers & classic cocktails along with casual pub fare.
6-8 Turk's Head Yard, Leeds, LS1 6HB, United Kingdom
PubSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Yorkshire Food Guide
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"This much-beloved watering hole is the sister bar to one of Leeds’ oldest pub, Whitelocks. Whilst the former is the place to head for the more classic ales, Turks Head is the more modern choice, with a plethora of interesting craft ales, gins, and cocktails. The beer garden which sits in the alleyway just off Briggate is lively and atmospheric all year round, with plenty of seating, and canopies with heaters for those unpredictable British summer days."
Wakefield Cathedral
Wakefield Cathedral
4.7 (359 ratings)4.5 (232 ratings)
Landmark Anglican cathedral with stand-out features including wood carvings and a medieval nave.
Northgate, Wakefield, WF1 1HG, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Trip101
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"In the near centre of Wakefield sits the magnificent Wakefield Cathedral, or the even grander title of the Cathedral Church of All Saints in Wakefield. Although we owe the Victorians for Wakefield Cathedral’s current appearance, restored and reopened in 1888, it has been a place of worship since the 9th-century, and has even been mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086. Today, anyone can come and have an informal, 45 minute tour of this historic cathedral, with no booking required and completely free!"
Mentioned by manningstainton.co.uk
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"Another incredibly old building, Wakefield Cathedral is the tallest church in Yorkshire and has a long and fascinating history. Although it has been developed and rebuilt at various points over the past 900 years, the building which exists today dates back to the 14th century. Its 247-foot tall spire is visible from many of the suburbs of Wakefield and even beyond on a clear day."
Leeds Corn Exchange
Leeds Corn Exchange
4.3 (2631 ratings)4 (644 ratings)
Fashion, lifestyle and jewellery stores housed in a striking, Victorian domed building.
Call Ln, Leeds, LS1 7BR, United Kingdom
Shopping mallSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"One of only three such structures surviving in the UK, the Grade I listed Leeds Corn Exchange is considered one of England's finest Victorian-era buildings. Designed by Cuthbert Brodrick and completed in 1864, the building is now home to an eclectic variety of independent boutique shops, galleries, and cafés. Location: Call Lane, Leeds"
Mentioned by Erasmusu
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"Leeds Corn Exchange is a beautiful Victorian, grade 1 listed building. In the past it was used to trade grains, but it is now home to lots of independent shops, such as music stores, vintage clothes shops and a tattoo and piercing salon and some food outlets. It even hosts some cool events such as roller discos!"
Mentioned by leedsbeckett.ac.uk
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"This beautiful Victorian building was built in 1862, and is currently home to a number of independent shops and food outlets. It’s a Grade I listed building, and it was originally built (as the name suggests) as a building where traders could exchange corn. It’s one of only three corn exchanges left in the UK."

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Bradford

Zizzi
Zizzi
3.6 (19 ratings)
Italian chain restaurant for pizza and calzone on wooden boards, plus traditional pastas.
2 Cloth Hall St, Leeds, LS1 2HD, United Kingdom
Italian restaurantTakeout RestaurantRestaurant
Chico's The Legend
Chico's The Legend
4.1 (147 ratings)
4 b/c, Commercial St, Harrogate, HG1 1TY, United Kingdom
Pizza TakeoutItalian restaurantDelivery RestaurantTakeout RestaurantPizza deliveryPizza restaurant
Trinacria
Trinacria
4.6 (353 ratings)
27 Bishopthorpe Rd, York, YO23 1NA, United Kingdom
Sicilian restaurantBreakfast restaurantItalian restaurantMediterranean restaurantPizza restaurant
Mentioned by YorkMix
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"On the award winning Bishopthorpe Road lies this modern and friendly cafe bar that serves a “variety of different flavours of artisan gelato, sorbet and frozen yogurt”. Also enjoy their daily menu of traditional and handmade Sicillan dishes. 27 Bishopthorpe Rd, York, YO23 1NA"
Mentioned by York Mumbler
Cake & Sweet Treat Delivery
"Text on WhatsApp to order leaving your name, collection time and order. Open Wednesday-Saturday 12-9pm and Sunday 12-8pm. We can cater for all dietary requirements."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Bradford

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