Indeed, it's hard to see and do all the city has to offer. So to help residents and visitors alike, here is a bucket list of 20 essential things – many of them brilliant hidden gems – that are well worth experiencing at least once.
1. See the River Don Engine in action
For a true representation of Sheffield's industrial might, seeing the powerful River Don Engine 'in steam' at Kelham Island Museum is hard to beat. Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Sail in a paddle boat at Millhouses Park
Children and grown-ups can hire boats to merrily paddle around the lake at Millhouses Park - there isn't anything like it elsewhere in Sheffield. Photo: Sarah Washbourn
3. Try a sausage roll from The Grind
The Grind cafe in Kelham Island is renowned for its exceptionally tasty sausage rolls - Sheffield band Arctic Monkeys love them so much they placed an enormous order to serve at their Don Valley Bowl homecoming shows in 2011. Photo: Dean Atkins
4. Step out on the Sheffield Round Walk
The Sheffield Round Walk is one of the most scenic long urban routes in the UK, blending city and countryside to wonderful effect. Stretching for 15 miles, it follows a circular network of paths starting and finishing at the Hunters Bar roundabout, taking in Endcliffe Park, Ecclesall Woods, Beauchief Abbey and Bishops’ House - pictured - along the way. Photo: Steve Ellis