What to do in Manchester: The ultimate Manchester travel guide.

Now, this is a really special one for the big kids-at-heart, with kids! LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester! Enjoy one of the most exciting adventure fairgrounds in the country, packed with excitement for children of all ages. One brick at a time, Lego has built one of the most ideal days out for the entire family, so release your inner child when you pay this unbeatable attraction a visit with tastecard’s discount days out deals.

If you’re a keen lover of the arts, get ready to immerse yourself in the dramatic and musical world of theatre. As one of the most artistic cities in the North, Manchester is home to an amazing selection of theatres showcasing the UK’s most vibrant performances. With our LoveTheatre ticket offers, you can see some of the most marvelous shows for amazing prices next time you’re wondering what to do in Manchester.

Whether you’re looking to keep the kids entertained for a few hours or are after the perfect date night idea, the cinema is always a good choice. Manchester is packed with premium cinema experiences, showing the biggest movies of the year on the biggest screens. When you visit with tastecard, you can make the most of our discount cinema tickets at a whole selection of cinemas in Manchester!

If you’re a sports lover wondering what to do in Manchester, listen up. Now, this suggestion may not be ideal for the Man City fans amongst us, but if you’re generally a fan of football, this one might be up your street. As 20-time English league champions and three-time European champions, Manchester United have one of the biggest and best stadium and museum tours in the UK. So get ready to take in Old Trafford and all of its silverware on this must-do activity for sports enthusiasts.

Man City fans, we hear you, and we’re sorry! This one might be a bit more your cup of tea. The National Football Museum packs so much diverse football history into one place. Learn about the history of the sport’s most iconic moments with a guided tour through room after room of historic memorabilia.  So hop on the tram and get kitted up for an afternoon at one of the UK’s most fascinating sports museums.

Manchester was one of the world’s first industrial cities, so what better place to find out about the history of industry and science than in the Northern Capital? When visiting The Manchester Science and Industry Museum, you can uncover just how the city's heritage is interwoven with the cotton industry and even see science brought to life in the interactive, child-friendly gallery, ‘Experiment’. 

So why not inspire your kids with intrigue and curiosity by taking them to understand the wonders of the scientific world next time you’re wondering what to do in Manchester?

One of the most obvious answers for what to do in Manchester is to shop. Visit the Trafford Centre or the Arndale for all of your high-street must-haves. Or if you’re looking for something a little bit more unique, Manchester has plenty of one-of-a-kind spots dotted throughout the Northern Quarter. From comic book shops to stylish vintage spots, you’ll leave with bags full from these hidden gems. 

Revel in a stunning day of culture and the arts when you head over to the Manchester Art Gallery. Spend a pleasant afternoon exploring the incredible displays in this wonderful gallery – it’s the perfect Sunday activity whether you’re out with the kids or looking for a romantic activity to enjoy before a candlelit dinner.

All of that tourism and walking around will be enough to make anybody hungry, so you’re going to need to find somewhere to eat. Fortunately, Manchester has a wealth of food spots for all types of diets and cultures. And luckily for you, tastecard has compiled plenty of lists of the best places to eat in Manchester, because what would a Manchester travel guide be without some delicious restaurant deal recommendations?

• A trip to Manchester’s independent restaurants

• The best steak restaurants in Manchester

• The best lunch spots in Manchester

• The best vegetarian-friendly restaurants in Manchester

• The best Japanese restaurants in Manchester

With Manchester being home to so many tourist attractions, it’s bound to have plenty of places to stay. Thanks to the awesome public transport on offer in the city, with buses, trams and taxis available on almost every street corner, you’ll easily be able to find your way around the city.

You could stay in the Northern Quarter near Piccadilly Gardens, or you could stay in Deansgate near the Science and Industry Museum. Right at the heart of the city is the Crown Plaza if you really want to push the boat out.

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Hopefully, by now you’ve got a better idea of what to do in Manchester! Whether you’re a local or are just visiting for weekend, there are endless fun things to do in Manchester. When you visit with tastecard, you can make use of a whole variety of our discounts. Download the tastecard app and save whilst you create lasting memories in Manchester.