42 Awesome Things To Do In Manchester UK (with Links!)

Manchester UK is a city of diversity with many exciting tourist attracts and things to do! Make sure you make the most of your trip with these amazing activities suitable for all ages.

Learn to DJ! 

Manchester is known as the capital of cool and it has a long history of being at the cutting edge of music trends. Why not learn how to DJ and perform in one of the worlds best party cities!

Courses at DJ Gym are suitable for all ages from total beginners to advanced DJs looking to improve their skills. Lessons are taught one-to-one or in small groups by request. Lessons are available seven days a week and you can choose your own lesson times.

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Gift vouchers are also available. 

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Shop Independent

There are many places to shop in Manchester but the best places are the independent markets. Make sure you visit Islington Mill in Salford and the famous Afflecks Palace! The Northern Quarter is also a hotbed of hipster cool! 

https://www.islingtonmill.com/about-us/

https://www.afflecks.com/

https://www.visitmanchester.com/shopping/northern-quarter-p25851

Shop Luxury

Visit these five luxury shops in Manchester to get your high-end shopping experience. Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Belstaff, Tommy Hilger, DKNY. 

https://www.visitmanchester.com/ideas-and-inspiration/blog/read/2016/12/top-5-luxury-shops-b56


Go Football Crazy! 

Manchester is BIG on football, make sure you visit the Manchester City Stadium. 

https://www.mancity.com/etihad-stadium


Visit All The Museums

Manchester is one of the most historic cities in the UK with a rich history stretching from the Roman times and beyond. Here are some museums that should be on your list. 

https://www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk/

https://www.museum.manchester.ac.uk/

https://phm.org.uk/

https://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com/

https://www.iwm.org.uk/

https://elizabethgaskellhouse.co.uk/

https://gmpmuseum.co.uk/

https://salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/SMAG-086-N388.jpg

https://www.jodrellbank.net/

https://www.stockport.gov.uk/

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/quarry-bank

https://www.co-operativeheritage.coop/


Go Clubbing!

There are many amazing venues in Manchester for a night out. Check out this list of the five top clubs in Manchester. 

https://www.djgym.co.uk/post/the-top-5-clubs-in-manchester


Eat Out!

Manchester is a city with a rich history and diverse population, as such there is an amazing array of cuisine on offer in the city. Check out this list of the top ten restaurants in Manchester. 

https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurants-g187069-Manchester_Greater_Manchester_England.html


Manchester Town Hall

Manchester Town Hall is one of the most ornate buildings in the city and it was one of the first to be electrified.

http://www.thetownhallmcr.co.uk/


Buy Some Records

As a music city, Manchester is filled with interesting record stores. Have a dig through some crates and find those hidden gems! Make sure you visit: 

Vinyl Exchange

Eastern Bloc 

Piccadilly Records 

Kingbee Records 

 

Buster

DJ/Producer/Promoter

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