Lions Den
Live music venue with DJs, live music, pool, retro games and darts
Arts & Culture
Sorting places
The Blues Kitchen
Creatures Comedy Club
Basement NYC‑style comedy hub running laughs seven nights a week.
John Rylands Research Institute and Library
A stunning architectural gem housing a diverse collection of books, art, and historical artifacts.
The Portico Library
A hidden gem, follow in the footsteps of former Prime Ministers by surrounding yourself with 25,000 books spanning 400 years
Joshua Brooks
Musical mainstay blending daytime dining with iconic underground parties, world-renowned artists and a state-of-the-art sound system.
The White Hotel
AO Arena
Central indoor arena hosting big-name music and sporting events for a 21,000-capacity crowd
Depot Mayfield
Live music and exhibition venue in a historic former railway station.
The Star & Garter
Historic pub, gig venue and film location home to two of the city's longest-running club nights
New Century
Into The Wild
Outdoor escapism powered by nature, with children’s activities, bushcraft classes, al fresco concerts, cinema, food, drink, and more.
Levenshulme Old Library
Bustling community hub, hosts eclectic events from life drawing to baby-strapped dances and enriching yoga sessions.
Chetham’s Library
Britain's oldest public library housed in Manchester's most complete medieval building, dating back to 1421.
Area
Mint Lounge
Nightlife institution laying claim to a storied decade-spanning history of drum & bass, UK Funky, dubstep, garage and more
Sett
Interactive art hub; gallery, cafe, classes, wellness sessions, and a secret garden.
National Football Museum
Discover more than 140,000 football-related items, plus a kids' discovery zone and skills-testing simulators
Leigh Film Factory
An independent cinema based in the Grade II listed Spinners Mill in Leigh
YES
Manchester Jewish Museum
The UK's only Jewish museum outside of London, with beautiful architecture and stained-glass windows
Soup
Revered and respected two-floor music venue with a strong reputation for community, and backing local and global talent alike
The Talleyrand
Beloved boozer and treasured independent music venue in one of South Manchester’s liveliest suburbs
Matt & Phreds
Legendary live jazz bar serving top-class music, cocktails and pizza.
Octagon Theatre
Historic theatre, blending tradition and innovation. Recent transformation champions community, culture, and luminaries. Celebrating diverse stories on stage.
Waterside
Thriving and vibrant arts venue; comprising theatres, art galleries, studios and workspaces.
Salford Museum & Art Gallery
Galleries, iconic Renaissance architecture, and immersive Victorian street Lark Hill Place.
Band On The Wall
Everyman Cinema
Deluxe cinema experience with plush seating and waiter service, offering a mix of new releases, indie films, and live theatre screenings.
Hula
Frog & Bucket Comedy Club
Live alternative comedy club with a revered international reputation.
Stage & Radio
Steeped in history, this two-floor nightlife destination is a Northern Quarter asset, with a jazz-influenced bar and subterranean club space packing serious sound system.
The Strines Nightingale
Gorilla
One of the Oxford Road Corridor’s most iconic music venues with separate bar, cafe and gin parlour.
Factory International
Groundbreaking performance arts organisations responsible for Manchester International Festival and Aviva Studios.
Contact Theatre
Landmark arts institution specialising in increasing engagement among, and exposure of, next generation theatre and arts creators.
HOME
Dynamic arts hub showcasing indie films, bold plays, and local talents.
K2 Karaoke
Luxe karaoke nightclub offering private booths, top-notch tech, and self-service drinks for groups from 2 to 40.
Low Four Studio
Multifaceted space comprising a recording studio, live venue, music TV platform, and bar.
North West Computer Museum
Fully interactive, hand-on computer museum with retro arcade, VR suite and exhibits
The Whitworth
A treasure trove of art, showcases renowned works and contemporary exhibitions, complete with a stunning, park-view café.
Ordsall Hall
Free entry 800 year old Tudor Manor house, museum and gardens with a café & gift shop.
Manchester Museum
Blending historic exhibits with new, inclusive galleries that celebrate global cultures.
Smolensky Gallery
Albert Hall
Much-loved music venue in a converted Grade II-listed former Methodist chapel
Manchester Art Gallery
Iconic Manchester institution with a collection spanning over 2000 oil paintings and a renewed focus on contemporary art
Progress Centre
Open-air club venue with three stages and a huge 5000 person capacity
The Carlton Club
Suburban community hub, running wild club nights, midweek morning yoga, garnering, jumble sales and all-day ambient events