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Things to See and Do in Manchester

Culture, nightlife, history, and good fun in Greater Manchester

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East Lancashire Railway

A twelve mile heritage railway based in Bury, operating steam and diesel train rides through charming villages and picturesque scenery with well-equipped stations boasting cafés, pubs, gift shops and more.
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Castlefield Gallery

Established by artists in 1984, Castlefield Gallery is Manchester’s first public contemporary visual art gallery dedicated to the advancement of contemporary visual art and artists.
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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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Trafford Watersports Centre

Trafford Water Sports Centre, located at Sale Water Park, offers a wide range of water sports taster activities where you can try paddle boarding (SUP), kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing or sailing.
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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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RHS Garden Bridgewater

Reviving the gardens of the historic 156 acre Worsley New Hall estate to create RHS Garden Bridgewater represents one of the largest gardening projects in Europe at this time.
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Treetop Adventure Golf

Swing by for an epic mini golf adventure with two indoor, 18-hole courses, plus cracking coffee, tropical cocktails and tasty jungle grub.
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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 hop-on hop-off Sightseeing Manchester.

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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Falinge Park

Rochdale

A popular Victorian Park, close to Rochdale Town Centre. Main features are the façade of Falinge Hall and the Mawson designed formal gardens, which are complemented by the restored bandstand.
National Railway Museum

York

Home to over 300 years of history and over a million wonderful objects.
The Old Courts

Wigan

A 69,000 square ft. not for profit multi-arts venue, The Old Courts aims to bring innovative art, music, comedy, dance and spoken word to Wigan.
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Bali Health Lounge

Manchester

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A Balinese-inspired day spa, relaxation lounge and tea house.
Trencherfield Mill Engine

Wigan

Trencherfield Mill Steam Engine is one of the largest and finest working examples of its type. Built 100 years ago, this mammoth metal powerhouse was regarded as a feat of industrial engineering.
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BBC Tours at MediaCityUK

Salford

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The BBC in the North is offering viewers and listeners the chance to step inside its new home in Salford.
Party and Play Funhouse Ltd

Wingates Industrial Park, Bolton

The largest children’s indoor soft play centre in Bolton, and one of the largest in Greater Manchester.
DW Stadium

Wigan

Home to Wigan Athletic Football Club and Wigan Warriors Rugby League Club.
St John the Baptist RC Church

Rochdale

Described as one of Rochdale's hidden gems the church has a beautiful, recently restored mosaic.
Greenfield Real Ale Brewery Tour

Chew Valley Road, Oldham

A brewery tour at Greenfield Real Ale Brewery is a great way to learn about the brewing process. The tour is guided and includes a talk on the brewing process.
Trafford Park Heritage Centre

Trafford Park

Based in the former St Antony's School, the Heritage Centre houses a permanent exhibition of Trafford Park History, in particular the village area.
Three Sisters Racing Circuit

Wigan

Kart, car and motorcycle racing circuit offering not only spectator events but the opportunity for customers to drive racing cars and pro-karts.
Bury Sculpture Centre REOPENS 18 MAY 21

Bury

Bury Sculpture Centre, in the town's cultural quarter brings some of the best in international art and culture to local audiences and visitors.
Manchester Central Powerleague

Ardwick, Manchester

Home to Manchester's Powerleague 7 or 5-a-side side leagues, tournaments, casual games, junior five a side football leagues, kids football coaching and more.
Regional Athletics Arena

Rowsley Street, Manchester

The arena boasts both world-class indoor and outdoor athletics facilities.
Cathedral Gardens

Manchester

See the ancient architecture of the Manchester Cathedral or just sit back and watch the world go by.
TransPennine Trail

Carrington, Sale

Part of European Footpath E8, the Trans Pennine Trail crosses Britain from Southport to Hornsea. A largely traffic free route for walking, cycling and horseriding it enters Trafford it enters Trafford through Dunham and travels North and East leaving
Cruz 101

Manchester

Open six nights a week, Cruz 101 has been so for over seventeen years. A varied selection of club nights on offer with a music policy ranging from funky house, pop to trance, r'n'b to hard house.
42nd Street

Manchester

A favourite haunt of students and indie music lovers alike.
Saddleworth Golf Club

Oldham

Saddleworth Golf Club will provide you with a variety of challenges to test your shot making abilities, and yet always reward you with panoramic views of the Pennines and the villages of Saddleworth.
Snowdon - Wales' Highest Mountain

Snowdon is the highest point in Wales, and everyone should experience the thrill of standing on its summit at least once in their lives.

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