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Visit Manchester

The original modern city

What’s new in Greater Manchester in 2022 and beyond
Explore Trafford

Home of Manchester United Football Club and Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Trafford is widely held as an international sporting destination, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
Five things you can do in Greater Manchester this week (24-30 January)
Our top tips for making the most of the week ahead, with brilliant things to do across the whole of Greater Manchester… For even more ideas, visit our What’s On page.
Chinese New Year

With live performances, street food and a funfair, plus traditional lion and dragon dances - join us to welcome in the Year of the Tiger.
Events at the AO Arena

Events at the AO Arena, formerly the MEN Arena. Find out what's on at the AO Arena.
Enjoy Manchester's countryside
Manchester Film Festival

Once again Manchester Film Festival will take place over a full week from 12th-20th March at the Odeon, Great Northern with a line-up of films from around the world.
1. 12 Mar 202220 Mar 2022

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 in Manchester 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
Manchester Music Walking Tour ‘The Haçienda Years’

Relive the heady days of the Haçienda, when Manchester music was at its peak, on a free walking tour of the city centre.
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The Whitworth

Manchester's gallery in the park
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Summit Up Climbing

Summit Up Climbing features the North of England’s highest and largest Clip ’n Climb as well as rope climbing and bouldering facilities.
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What’s On in Manchester

Manchester is bursting with events. From live music & sports to art & theatre
Strictly Come Dancing - The Live Tour 2022

Clear the floor and whip out your score cards, because the Strictly Come Dancing The Live Tour is back for 2020!
1. 29 Jan 202230 Jan 2022
The Rocky Horror Show

Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to the UK in 2021 as part of a sell-out worldwide tour, having been seen by over 30 million theatregoers.
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Manchester Open Exhibition 2022

HOME’s Gallery walls will be filled with work from 400+ Greater Manchester residents, selected by a panel consisting of art experts and community representatives.
1. 24 Jan 202227 Mar 2022
Where to Stay in Manchester

Search for luxury and cheap hotels, B&Bs and hostels across Manchester
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is a truly luxurious and stylish 4-star hotel, perfectly positioned on Portland Street in the heart of Manchester City Centre. The hotel is just an 8-minute walk to Piccadilly Station and a stone’s throw to St Peters Square, Manchester Central and Market Street.
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Stock Exchange Hotel

A luxury hotel in the former home of the Manchester Stock Exchange.
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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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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The Trafford Centre

Manchester's shopping and entertainment complex.
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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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Food and Drink in Manchester

Manchester has a great reputation for food & drink and sourcing local produce
Afternoon Tea in Manchester
Great Northern Warehouse

The Grade 2 listed Great Northern building, a former railway goods distribution warehouse is now a lively leisure and shopping development with bustling bars, restaurants, shops, health club, cinema, casino, bowling alley and an elegant landscaped public square.
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Corn Exchange Manchester

Showcasing all its original Edwardian beauty with a modern twist, The Corn Exchange is home to a mouthwatering mix of new restaurants in Manchester that offer a fusion of flavours from around the globe.
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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.
Moscow City Ballet presents Swan Lake

Moscow City Ballet returns with the stunning Swan Lake, presented in classic Russian style with a full orchestra.
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Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Disney proudly invites you to ‘Be Our Guest’ as the most enchanted musical of all time, Beauty and the Beast, returns to the UK stage in 2021.
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9 to 5 The Musical

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL tells the story of Doralee, Violet and Judy - three workmates pushed to boiling point by their sexist and egotistical boss.
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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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Your Manchester

Get to know the real Manchester from the people who experience it with our blogs

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Getting Around
Avanti West Coast

Avanti West Coast run the fastest trains out of London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly, with the journey taking just over two hours. Frequent services mean you can reach Manchester safely and in next to no time with a choice of Standard, Standard Premium or First Class travel.
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