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Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated August 2025) | Trip.com

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Things to do in Greater Manchester

What to do

Looking for things to do in Greater Manchester? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Old Trafford

Old Trafford

7.9
4.4/5460 Reviews
Open tomorrow at 09:30-17:00
苏河家园:“英伦之旅来到曼彻斯特老特拉福德球场,这是曼联足球俱乐部的主场,历史悠久,球星雕像林立。球场不仅见证了曼联队无数辉煌的时刻,还孕育了红魔球迷的深厚情感。该球场不仅是足球的圣地,更是每一位球迷心中的梦想之地。”
Etihad Stadium

Etihad Stadium

7.5
4.6/5187 Reviews
Open tomorrow at 10:00-15:30
Anonymous user:“Great experience for football club and it is very well guided for the tour.”
Manchester | Lady Gaga <The MAYHEM Ball> Tour

Manchester | Lady Gaga <The MAYHEM Ball> Tour

6.6
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Concerts
Opens on October 7. Please contact the attraction to confirm specific opening hours.
Chinatown

Chinatown

6.6
4.5/5219 Reviews
Open year round, 24/7
苏河家园:“Stepping into Manchester China City, it seems to be through a time-space tunnel, and instantly enter a place full of Oriental charm. Traditional archway, porch of dragons and phoenixes, full of strong oriental charm. Chinatown is a great place to experience diverse Asian cultures, with restaurants, shops, supermarkets and more.”
The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester

6.3
4.7/5106 Reviews
Open year round, 24/7
EN the traveller:“The University is located not too far from Chinatown, making this a nice day trip for those looking to checkout a UK university and have a nice meal after.”
National Football Museum

National Football Museum

6.2
4.5/5114 Reviews
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Museums
Open tomorrow at 10:00-17:00 (admission ends at 16:00)
Jmstrvling2001:“I really enjoyed the interactive football games they had and there weee many floors filled with things to do. one bonus was that when you buy a ticket you get emailed a barcode and you can come back anytime within 1 year”
Manchester | ONE OK ROCK DETOX EUROPEAN TOUR 2025

Manchester | ONE OK ROCK DETOX EUROPEAN TOUR 2025

5.9
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Concerts
Opening hours: October 13 18:00-19:59
Gay Village

Gay Village

5.8
4.0/534 Reviews
Open year round, 24/7
madalinamaria10:“Best place to drink cheap, but tasty drinks and be entertained by drag queens. Good music and usually quiet, peaceful company.”
John Rylands Research Institute and Library

John Rylands Research Institute and Library

5.8
4.5/572 Reviews
Open tomorrow at 10:00-17:00
没有蜡olling:“The John Rylands Library in Manchester, England, known as one of the most beautiful libraries in the world, gives you the illusion of studying in a church. You want to cherish every second and study hard... Mr. Rylands' widow used this unique way to commemorate her husband, John Rylands, which is the highest level of intellectual romance. It really amazed the time, moved the years, and was at peace in the elegance.”
OneRepublic <Escape to Europe> 2025

OneRepublic <Escape to Europe> 2025

5.7
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Concerts
Opening hours: September 24 19:00-21:00

Where to stay

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What to eat

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Mamucium

Mamucium

4.3/530 Reviews
Open 17:00-22:00
TheForkUser:“Adrian gave exemplary service to myself and those customers nearby. Good knowledge of the meal and drink options. Really tasty Farfalle salmon pasta with fresh salmon on the top. A few dishes were sold out but plenty of choices.”
20 Stories

20 Stories

4.2/570 Reviews
Open 12:00-22:00
TheForkUser:“This is our 2nd time to the restaurant our first was 5 years ago - we’re from Australia the food, service & beautiful decor & ambiance plus views was just as amazing as our first visit … highly recommend to anyone ..”
Richmond Tea Rooms

Richmond Tea Rooms

4.8/513 Reviews
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Brunch
Avg. AU$38/person
Open 9:00-19:00
没有蜡olling:“Manchester finally cleared up after almost two weeks of rain. After class, I went to try the afternoon tea set of Richmond Tea Rooms, one of the top ten afternoon teas in Manchester. The shop is small but the decoration is very exquisite. In summary, the architecture and decoration of the UK are really exquisite and elegant. ​”
Annies

Annies

5.0/59 Reviews
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Brunch
Avg. AU$70/person
Open 10:00-20:30
健康美丽的芳芳:“I finally got to experience English afternoon tea. To be honest, I feel that there is not much difference between it and all the afternoon teas I have had before, big or small. If I have to find some differences, it is that the environment is more upscale, the service is more attentive, and of course the corresponding price is more expensive.”
Indique

Indique

4.9/555 Reviews
Open 17:00-23:00
E20***63:“Indique - Unique Indian Cuisine, delicious Indian food, quite classy! Especially the Indian roast chicken, it is really delicious”
TNQ RESTAURANT & BAR

TNQ RESTAURANT & BAR

4.5/515 Reviews
Open 12:00-22:00
E20***63:“The Northern Quarter Restaurant & Bar, in North Point, there are many street performers. I had a simple meal there and it tasted good.”
Double Zero Neapolitan Pizza

Double Zero Neapolitan Pizza

4.0/517 Reviews
Open 16:45-23:00
E20***63:“Naples pizza, it is said that the former Naples people have dispersed from their hometown, but they have kept the secret recipe and method of Naples pizza. It is really delicious, and the fire-baked one is especially crispy.”
The Tavern at King Street Townhouse

The Tavern at King Street Townhouse

4.8/513 Reviews
Open 12:00-22:00
TheForkUser:“The food was excellent and the ambience very pleasant. The only thing to note was the waiting time for the food to arrive and the fact that the reservation was lost. However we were sat straight away.”
MyLahore

MyLahore

4.5/516 Reviews
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Open Late
Avg. AU$36/person
Open 12:00-1:00
137***66:“This MyLahore even has its logo printed on the napkins... It's really good at management. Overall, it's really good. Indian food. I took pictures of the drinks and the whole meal. They were all delicious. The Indian bread was not too hard, which was acceptable. The French fries were average as a snack. Overall, it was good. The fried rice was the most popular...”
Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant

Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant

4.0/517 Reviews
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Brunch
Avg. AU$66/person
Open 8:00-23:00
E20***63:“Bill's Manchester, a street restaurant, you can sit outside and watch people coming and going, eat and drink to kill time. It was a pity that it rained that day, so we ate inside. The steak with bone was a big portion.”
The Wharf

The Wharf

4.8/56 Reviews
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Brunch
Avg. AU$57/person
Open 12:00-23:59
没有蜡olling:“The Wharf Restaurant in Nelson Bay is a restaurant that deserves a full recommendation. Although the restaurant's furnishings are a bit shabby, the delicious food will definitely make people ignore the dining environment here.”
Try Thai

Try Thai

4.5/515 Reviews
Open 12:00-22:30
没有蜡olling:“I am diligently sharing some older photos [thumbs up] Mojia is pretty good and worth a try. The Tom Yum Goong and curry are both quite Thai. I still don’t understand why they still sell three cup chicken. The shrimp cakes are really good and chewy [awesome] It was piping hot when it was first served. The shrimp meat inside was still juicy. It tasted even better with the lemon sauce next to it. I’m a little hungry now, so let’s leave it like this for now! ​”

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The Midland Hotel | An elegant and classic hidden gem.

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Manchester | The fine dinning place for date night in Manchester
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Manchester | Cloud 23, the must try afternoon tea with view
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Manchester | Cloud 23, the must try afternoon tea with view

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Manchester Cathedral|Come here and make a wish with the butterflies, it will come true 🦋

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The 19th century Free Trade Hall, now a fashionable hotel in Manchester✨
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Manchester: A quiet coffee shop with a comfortable environment and beautiful latte art
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