Trip to Bradford, England

Day 1: Arrival & Relaxation

After arriving in Bradford, check into your hotel and take some time to relax and recover from your journey. If you feel up for it, we recommend exploring the local area around your hotel or taking a stroll along the River Aire.

Day 2: Bradford Cathedral and Little Germany

Start your day with a visit to Bradford Cathedral, a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Afterwards, head over to Little Germany, a historic area filled with beautiful architecture, galleries and artisan shops. Don’t forget to take a moment to indulge in a delicious cup of tea and traditional British scone at one of the many quaint cafes.

Day 3: National Science and Media Museum & Saltaire

Begin the day by visiting the impressive National Science and Media Museum, which showcases the history and science of film, television and photography. After exploring the museum, take a short train journey to Saltaire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This beautiful village founded in 1853 by philanthropist Sir Titus Salt, is currently home to independent shops, local art and antique business as well as a beautiful park with ornamental gardens.

Day 4: Bradford Industrial Museum and Cartwright Hall Art Gallery

Start off the day with a glimpse of Bradford’s heritage at the Bradford Industrial Museum located in a beautiful Victorian Wool Exchange building in Eccleshill. This museum documents the region’s industrial past and features working textile machinery, historic vehicles and interactive exhibits. Head over to Manningham to Cartwright Hall Art Gallery, an imposing and beautiful building with extensive collection of workshops, Brontë family exhibits, ethnic textiles, and local art exhibition space featuring both historic and contemporary works.

Day 5: Leeds Shopping & Clubbing

Venture out of Bradford for the day and travel to Leeds located only 25 minutes away by train, a retail haven. Here you will find boutique shops, trendy cafes and numerous shopping centers such as the Trinity and Victoria Quarter. In the evening the city offers a range of entertainment options from karaoke bars to live bands and clubbing venues located near the train station.

Day 6: Haworth and Bronte Parsonage Museum

Travel to Haworth, the tiny Pennine village where the famous Bronte sisters were raised. Visit the Bronte Parsonage Museum to learn more about the lives of these renowned sisters and their contributions to literature. After a tour of the museum, explore the charming main street and indulge in some traditional British pub foods like fish and chips.

Day 7: Departure

Depart from your hotel and head back to your point of origin, feeling refreshed and ready to return home, after a week of experiencing the best that Bradford (and neighboring Leeds) has to offer.