Manchester Things to Do

Created from the shell of a major national newspaper printers, Printworks is one of the latest redevelopments to be created in the wake of the 1996 IRA bomb. At a cost of £150 million the building has been completely refurbishe... more

The Opera House is a grand old 2000-capacity theatre, which was first opened on Boxing Day 1912 and through the intervening decades has played host to many of the biggest stars of British theatre including Noel Coward, Ivor Nov... more

The Museum of Science & Industry has won many awards for its interactive, hands-on approach. This makes it great for children, who love to grapple with - rather than just look at - exhibits. Stand and look in awe at a Beyer Gar... more

Lime is one of the more recent additions to the eating and clubbing scene in central Manchester, offering a trendy bar, cozy restaurant and a downstairs clubbing space. The green theme is obvious in the interior decor with lime... more

The recently refurbished Manchester Museum is situated on the campus of Manchester University. Covering everything from archaeology to zoology, it is a fascinating place to spend a day. On the first floor, the Explorers and Enc... more

Situated just a few miles from the city center is one of Manchester's oldest surviving buildings. Parts of Wythenshawe Hall date back as far as the early Tudor period, making this an awe-inspiring place to visit. Step back in t... more

A ride on the Big Wheel gives panoramic views right across Manchester while you sit comfortably in a climate controlled glass paneled capsule and listen to a commentary pointing out local landmarks. The capsules seat 6-8 people... more

The Town Hall was opened in 1877 and with its imposing Gothic-style façade is one of the city's major landmarks. One of its courtyards , complete with cobbled pavement and gas lamps , has frequently been used for television co... more

This church - which was consecrated in 1712 - is a wonderful historical landmark in the center of the city. The architect John Barker was a friend of Christopher Wren's and the architectural style of the building is similar sin... more

Work began on the magnificent Central Library, designed by Vincent Harris , in 1930 and there was a grand opening in 1934 by King George V. The architecture is beautiful and the round reading room is of particular interest. Div... more