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Visit Manchester - The official tourism website for Greater Manchester

Welcome to the official tourism site of Greater Manchester where you can search for things to do and find out what's on, as well as getting inspiration for your visit to this fantastic city region.

Youthful, diverse, energetic and bursting with character; Manchester is one of the most exciting places to visit in the UK right now where everybody and anybody is very warmly welcomed.

Known throughout the world as the birthplace of the industrial revolution, Manchester has a proud history in science, politics, music, arts and sport. And today the city combines this heritage with a progressive vision to be a city that delivers surprise and delight in equal measures.

Manchester city centre is jam-packed with unique and eclectic restaurants, bars, shops, museums, galleries, hotels and places to stay whilst the surrounding Greater Manchester boroughs offer a patch-work of visitor experiences including quaint market towns, traditional pubs and beautiful green spaces and waterways to be explored on foot or bike. The city region is easily navigated, with great transport links both in and around Greater Manchester.

Furthermore, a packed calendar of world-class events and festivals – from the landmark Manchester International Festival to the enchanting Manchester Christmas Markets 2021 – mean there’s always another reason to visit Manchester.

Things To See & Do in Manchester

Whether you’re seeking culture, nightlife, history, or just good fun, there are plenty of things to do in Manchester and we've got them all listed here
Escape To Freight Island
Scranchester Food Tours

A truly immersive food tour of Manchester. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop tour across the city offering edible insights into food history and culture along the way. The tour will include at least eight stops (adding up to a huge meal, come hungry!) revealing why the city’s food and drink scene is booming.
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Science and Industry Museum

Home to the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station, and the world’s first railway warehouse. Encounter amazing objects and find out about ideas that were born in Manchester and changed the world forever.
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What’s On in Manchester

Manchester is bursting with events. From live music & sports to art & theatre
Looney Tunes Art Trail

The playful world of Looney Tunes has taken to the streets of Manchester, with a colourful, family friendly walking tour of the iconic characters popping up around the city.
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Secret City: Drive-In Cinema

The ultimate drive-in outdoor phenomenon is back and better than ever…
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'Stratagem' with Alan Partridge Live

The gold standard of chat.
1. 12 May 2022
Where to Stay in Manchester

Search for luxury and cheap hotels, B&Bs and hostels across Manchester
The Edwardian Manchester

Winner of ‘Leading Hotel of the Year 2019’, The Edwardian Manchester, A Radisson Collection Hotel brings redefined five-star luxury to the city’s beautiful Grade II*-listed Free Trade Hall.
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Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford

The Hilton Garden Inn hotel is on-site at Emirates Old Trafford, home to Lancashire Cricket Club and offers the best value accommodation for leisure in Manchester and the surrounding areas.
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Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel is a luxury hotel with an industrial soul that is sprawled out on Oxford Street at the heart of Manchester
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Shopping in Manchester

Shopping in Manchester is well worth more than one day's attention
Manchester Arndale

The UK's largest city-centre shopping centre with over 240 retailers.
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Selfridges

Selfridges Exchange Square is located in the heart of the city and a luxury shopping experience, home to the most sought-after and exclusive designer brands in the world
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Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Cheshire Oaks was the first and remains the UK’s largest Designer Outlet. With a quarter-million square feet of retail space, comprising of more than 145 boutiques, restaurants and cafés, Cheshire Oaks isn’t merely the UK’s largest Designer Outlet.
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Food and Drink in Manchester

Manchester has a great reputation for food & drink and sourcing local produce
Afternoon Tea in Manchester
A-Z of Places to Eat in Greater Manchester
Halal restaurants in Manchester
Arts & Culture in Manchester

From exhibitions to plays to art-house cinema, Manchester is a world leader in art and culture
Museums & Galleries in Manchester
Exhibitions in Manchester
Manchester Festivals
Theatre in Manchester

Watch your favourite play in one of Manchester's stunning theatres.
Adam Kay - This is Going to Hurt (Secret Diaries of A Junior Doctor)

Award winning comedian Adam Kay shares entries from his diaries as a junior doctor.
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School of Rock - The Musical

School of Rock - The Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s smash hit, award-winning West End show announces the schedule for its major UK and Ireland 2021/22 tour.
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Grease

The legendary musical featuring beloved songs, including Summer Nights, Greased Lightnin’, Hopelessly Devoted To You and You’re The One That I Want.
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Day Trips and Excursions from Manchester

Find coach, rail and self-guided day trips and excursions from Manchester to Chester, The Lakes, York and more.
Manchester to Lake District Adventure Day Trip

An award-winning full day Lake District Adventure tour from Manchester.
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Chatsworth House and Gardens, National Park and Bakewell Pudding Day Trip from Manchester

Enjoy a trip to Chatsworth, the magnificent home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, set in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park. There are 30 spectacular rooms to explore in the main house, and a 105-acre garden famous for its water features, sculptures and maze.
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Yorkshire Day Trip Adventure From Manchester

An award-winning full day Yorkshire Adventure tour from Manchester.
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