Explore Salford

Ideally located where Salford meets Manchester on the banks of the River Irwell, Salford showcases the very best in heritage, arts, culture, sport, shopping, relaxation and stunning scenery. The city of Salford is a city and metropolitan borough of Greater Manchester made up of the towns of Salford, Eccles, Swinton, Pendlebury, Walkden and Irlam.

Discover Salford's fascinating heritage through many historic places of interest both on land and water such as the picturesque Worsley village and Bridgewater Canal which played a pivotal part in the industrial revolution. Other highlights include Ordsall Hall, the haunted Grade 1 listed Tudor house, Salford Lads' Club where visitors from across the globe relive 'The Smiths' legacy and one of the most unusual libraries in the world - the Working Class Movement Library.

Salford's contribution to world cuisine goes way beyond the Eccles cake with a wide range of award winning venues which have put the city on the national map.

With over 60 parks and open spaces, visitors to Salford can explore open woodland and meadows to enjoy vibrant wildlife, lakeside walks and picnics.

The Quays, Greater Manchester’s waterfront destination boasts spectacular architecture with The Lowry, Imperial War Museum North and MediaCityUK as well as outlet shopping, watersports, cruises and sport.

With lots of things to see and do, explore and experience, make sure you plan a visit to Salford.

Essential Salford

Central Bay

Central Bay will be one of the biggest independent food and drink operations in the North; it will…

Kargo MKT

Explore Kargo MKT, a diverse food hall in Salford offering an array of local and international…

Lowry

A magnificent building alongside Salford Quays, inside visitors will find three stunning theatres…

Pier Eight

Pier Eight serves two modern British menus including a casual dining/bar menu and formal menu within…

Things to do in Salford

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Lowry

A magnificent building alongside Salford Quays, inside visitors will find three stunning theatres…

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Brewery Tour and Tasting 09 Mar 2026 - 12 Jun 2027

Brewery Tour and Tasting

Step behind the scenes at SEVEN BRO7HERS in Salford and discover where the beer magic brews. This…

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes 09 Mar 2026 - 25 Sep 2026

Camille Wallala: Square Eyes

Square Eyes is a newly commissioned spectacular wall painting by Camille Walala in the Lowry’s…

February Half Term at RHS Garden Bridgewater 09 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

February Half Term at RHS Garden Bridgewater

The Wind In The Willows: A Garden Adventure Half Term Fun: 14 - 22 Feb Join Mr Toad, Ratty, Mole and…

LOWRY 360 09 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

LOWRY 360

Step inside LOWRY 360, a new FREE immersive gallery experience. This is a unique…

Lowry Youth Dance Project 09 Mar 2026 - 19 Mar 2026

Lowry Youth Dance Project

Calling young people aged 8-15 who love to move! We are offering you the opportunity to upskill…

National Lottery Open Week in Greater Manchester 09 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

National Lottery Open Week in Greater Manchester

ENJOY FREE ENTRY OR SPECIAL OFFERS ON GREAT DAYS OUT THIS NATIONAL LOTTERY OPEN WEEK. RHS Gardens |…

Salford Slow Fashion: Begin To Sew 09 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Salford Slow Fashion: Begin To Sew

Learn all the functions of the sewing machine including reverse stitch, tension, threading up…

Step into spring at RHS Garden Bridgewater for just £1 during National Lottery Open Week 09 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

Step into spring at RHS Garden Bridgewater for just £1 during National Lottery Open Week

Spring is here and it’s the perfect time to visit RHS Garden Bridgewater for just £1…

The Guardians of Living Matter 09 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

The Guardians of Living Matter

The Guardians of Living Matter is an interdisciplinary exhibition by artists John-Paul Brown and…

The Wind in the Willows: A Garden Adventure 09 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

The Wind in the Willows: A Garden Adventure

The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and Farshore, part of HarperCollins Publishers, are teaming up…

Unlocking The Quays 09 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026

Unlocking The Quays

Celebrate the history, culture and exciting future of Media City & Salford Quays on this…

Humanhood : Vortex 10 Mar 2026 - 11 Mar 2026

Humanhood : Vortex

Step into a world where rhythm unravels, gravity dissolves and energy converges. Vortex is the new…

Michael Portillo - A Life of Two Halves 10 Mar 2026 -

Michael Portillo - A Life of Two Halves

Secretary of State. Traveller. TV superstar. The inimitable Michael Portillo joins us live on stage…

Audio Described exhibition tour of The Guardians of Living Matter 11 Mar 2026 -

Audio Described exhibition tour of The Guardians of Living Matter

Join Lowry for an Audio Described tour of The Guardians of Living Matter. This session will be…

Opera North: The Marriage of Figaro 12 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

Opera North: The Marriage of Figaro

It's supposed to be the happiest day of Figaro's life, but he's in trouble – not…

Phil Ellis: Bath Mat 12 Mar 2026 -

Phil Ellis: Bath Mat

Multi-award winning 'comic genius' ( The Scotsman ) and the new star of  Taskmaster…

Michelle de Swarte: The Afters 13 Mar 2026 -

Michelle de Swarte: The Afters

Michelle de Swarte is back with her entourage of trademark razor-sharp wit and no-holds-barred…

Opera North Pre-Show Talk: Peter Grimes 13 Mar 2026 -

Opera North Pre-Show Talk: Peter Grimes

Pre-show talk for "Peter Grimes". Pre-show talks are free but ticketed - book a ticket to…

Opera North: Peter Grimes 13 Mar 2026 -

Opera North: Peter Grimes

Winner of the South Bank Show Opera Award, Phyllida Lloyd's searing production is an unmissable…

Rolling On The River - Tina Turner Cruise 13 Mar 2026 - 13 Nov 2026

Rolling On The River - Tina Turner Cruise

Step aboard the Isabella for an unforgettable evening celebrating the one and only Tina Turner…

Beginners Sewing Workshops 14 Mar 2026 -

Beginners Sewing Workshops

Slow down, get hands-on and learn something genuinely useful in this small-group sewing workshop at…

Boat Tropicana - 80's Cruise 14 Mar 2026 - 28 Nov 2026

Boat Tropicana - 80's Cruise

Flashback to the era of neon, leg warmers, and unforgettable synth beats! The Isabella is turning…

Little Listeners: Opera North Orchestra Unpacked 14 Mar 2026 -

Little Listeners: Opera North Orchestra Unpacked

A treasure hunt with a tuneful twist! The Orchestra of Opera North needs your help finding some…

U Dance Northwest 14 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

U Dance Northwest

Join us this March for the U Dance Northwest Regional festival 2026, a spectacular weekend where the…

U Dance Northwest 2026 14 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

U Dance Northwest 2026

This March, audiences are invited to experience the U Dance Northwest Regional Festival 2026, a…

Where to eat and drink in Salford

11 Central

11 Central bar and microbrewery based at Central Bay, is a brand new concept inspired by unexpected…

Blanconero

Step into Blanconero, your chill Italian coffee shop and deli, where the coffee's strong, the…

Cuppapug

Cuppapug, which launched in London in 2022 and sees customers travel from all over the globe to…

Doughfinity

Handmade Artisan Filled Doughnuts. Made fresh to order. Cater for parties, events, festivals and…

George's

Set in a magnificent traditional building with a contemporary edge, this picturesque location and…

Jolly Carter

Guests will find a relaxed, friendly atmosphere in this family run pub. On offer is a fine…

Leo + Roobs

Leo and Roobs is a vibrant neighbourhood café in the Blackfriars area of Salford, created by…

Nasi Lemak

Nasi Lemak Street Food is a Malaysian takeaway located at The Vibe. Malaysian cuisine is complex and…

Where to stay in Salford

Culture Made In Salford

Home to world-class museums and galleries and unique spaces for artists and makers, Salford has a rich cultural offering with community at its centre.

Islington Mill

Discover Islington Mill, a vibrant space that’s home to over 100 resident artists and collectives.

Maxwell Hall

Discover the story of Maxwell Hall, a legendary music venue that hosted some of the world’s biggest…

Salford Lads Club

Discover Salford Lads’ Club, a building packed with history, heritage and an iconic musical…

The Lowry

Discover The Lowry, a multi-purpose arts venue that hosts some of the region’s best theatre and is…

Walk the Plank

Discover Walk the Plank, a team of outdoor arts experts who create and produce outstanding moments…

Salford's Green Spaces

View our series of eight short films celebrating Salford’s abundance of beautiful green spaces and its brilliance as a place to live, work, invest, visit and study. The films demonstrate Salford’s green credentials through interviews with individuals linked to a variety of green locations across the borough. The films provide a broad overview of the different types of green spaces in Salford, with interviewees ranging from local families to park rangers to gardeners, community groups, academics and the head of the new RHS Garden Bridgewater in Worsley.

Salford blogs

What's on at Lowry 2026

Enjoy unmissable experiences and inspiring performances in 2026 at Salford's iconic theatre, Lowry. Lowry has been spreading joy of art and creativity for over 25 years. As a charity, Lowry puts every pound back into fantastic projects across local communities, nurturing young talent and creating a…

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Your Ultimate Guide to Summer Events in Greater Manchester

Summer's here - and so is a packed calendar of events across Greater Manchester's ten boroughs. From food festivals and free family fun to live gigs and cultural celebrations, there's something going on in every corner of the city-region. Whether you're planning a weekend visit, a day out with the…

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Health and Wellness activities in Greater Manchester

Revitalize your senses in Greater Manchester with Visit Manchester’s guide to health and wellness activities. Unwind in luxurious spas, rejuvenate with wellness experiences and discover the city’s hidden gems for relaxation. Highly trained therapists at The Spa & Gym at Edwardian Manchester will…

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