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Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour

The Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour offers a behind the scenes look at the world’s most iconic stadium; Old Trafford.
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Team up to take down zombies or rogue drones at the world's first warehouse scale, multiplayer, free-roam virtual reality arcade right here in Manchester.
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National Football Museum

Whether you’re a die hard football fan, planning a visit with your family or on a weekend break to the great city of Manchester, enjoy a visit to the world's biggest and best football museum.
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Chester Zoo

With over 500 different animal species in our 125 acres, you’re sure to have great day out full of adventure.
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Manchester River Cruises

Manchester River Cruises run regular sightseeing trips from Salford Quays on board the dutch built 'Princess Katherine. The ultimate way to enjoy the historic Manchester Ship Canal and River Irwell.
1. 1 Apr 202330 Sep 2023
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.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
Manchester City Football Club Stadium and Club Tour

The Manchester City Stadium Tour is the most immersive tour experience in Premier League football. Using the latest technology, dreams come true as you and your loved ones sit and interact with Pep Guardiola in the press room.
1. 1 Jan 202331 Dec 2023

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.

Be absorbed by the beautiful attractions such as the gothic architecture at John Rylands Library and Manchester Cathedral; take in fine art at Manchester Art Gallery and the Whitworth; discover history, old and new, at Manchester Museum and the Imperial War Museum North; see contemporary arts redefined at HOME; or even learn to ski at Chill Factore.

Of course, Manchester is synonymous with football; it’s written in our DNA. So make some time to make a tour of the grounds of Manchester United and Manchester City, and discover the social history of the beautiful game at the National Football Museum. You can guarantee a ticket to any Manchester United home game with a Matchday VIP Experience.

For those who enjoy getting active, a short journey from the city centre provides access to beautiful walks within Greater Manchester, such as Hollingworth Lake, Heaton Park, Sale Water Park and Haigh Hall.

And if you need to keep the kids entertained, there are plenty of things to do in Manchester. The Science and Industry Museum, Play Factore and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre are great fun for all the family.

Manchester is renowned for its entertainment, with a plethora of cinemas, theatre and legendary clubs for great night-time amusement. There are many opportunities to go sightseeing in Greater Manchester, with a number of walking tours, bus and taxi tours such as the Sightseeing Manchester Bus Tour.

As the Gateway to the North, its easy to expand your Manchester visit even further with a trip to the beautiful countryside, including the Lake District and the Peak District, and cosmopolitan cities such as Chester, Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle and York.

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Great Northern Warehouse

Manchester's exciting leisure and shopping experience including a 16 screen cinema.
meetspaceVR

Team up to take down zombies or rogue drones at the world's first warehouse scale, multiplayer, free-roam virtual reality arcade right here in Manchester.
Manchester River Cruises

Manchester River Cruises run regular sightseeing trips from Salford Quays on board the dutch built 'Princess Katherine. The ultimate way to enjoy the historic Manchester Ship Canal and River Irwell.
Matchday VIP Experiences at Manchester United Football Club

Guarantee your ticket to any home game of your choice with a Matchday VIP Experience. Your experience includes some of the best seats in the stadium, fantastic food and drink, a gift and matchday entertainment.
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AO Arena

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Europe's largest and most impressive indoor concert venue.
Kids go free with Transport for Wales

Enjoy more family time, less driving time.
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Manchester Taxi Tours

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Take a unique tour around Manchester with John Consterdine, the city’s only Green Badge Tour Guide and Taxi Driver.
Historic Houses, Highest Hill - Walk 1

This walk forms part of a series of walks and trails.
Manchester Sightseeing Tours

Are you wondering what to do in Manchester? Whether you’re planning to visit Manchester or you’re already here and looking for things to do, GreatDays offer a great choice of activities that are sure to give you a truly memorable experience.
Waterside

Waterside is an award-winning, vibrant destination for performance, culture and events in the heart of Sale.
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…
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Depot Mayfield

The former railway station comprises of 5 large scale spaces offering the ultimate industrial backdrop and three interlinking archways for you to make the new home of events.
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Adventure Weekend Walks from Manchester with BEE Adventures

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BEE Adventures are here to bring you accessible adventures from Manchester to the UK’s highest mountains
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River Explorer Cruise

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Sail along the River Mersey on a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise and see incredible views of Liverpool’s UNESCO World Heritage Waterfront from the deck of an iconic Mersey Ferry. Guided by expert commentary throughout the cruise you'll be captivated…
Bridgewater Canal Guided Tours

Weekly and monthly tours around the Bridgewater Canal area.
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Sea Life Manchester

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At SEA LIFE Manchester, get up close to thousands of creatures including majestic sharks, enchanting jellyfish plus Ernie & Cammy – the magnificent green sea turtles! Take a fascinating journey from the coast to the ocean depths through the themed…
O2 Ritz

This legendary nightclub and live music venue has been drawing crowds for generations.
Oldham Library and Life Long Learning Centre

Oldham Library and Lifelong Learning Centre, full ist of events and services on our website.
Fish and Chips with Prosecco for Two at Podium

Enjoy Fish and Chips, the British seaside classic along with a glass of prosecco for two to toast at Podium for just £20.
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