Your Guide to Manchester
Convenience
Convenience store at the bottom of the apartment open 7am-11pm
22 locals recommend
Ancoats General Store
57 Blossom StreetConvenience store at the bottom of the apartment open 7am-11pm
Co-Op
35 Lawrence RdSituated in cutting room square behind the apartment. Open 7am- 10pm daily.
Situated in the small retail park 5 minutes walk away. ALDI is ideal walking distance to complete a more substantial shop. Open 8am-10pm Monday to Saturday and 10:30am-5pm Sunday.
ALDI
100 Great Ancoats StreetSituated in the small retail park 5 minutes walk away. ALDI is ideal walking distance to complete a more substantial shop. Open 8am-10pm Monday to Saturday and 10:30am-5pm Sunday.
Brunch Spots
Brunch is a firm favourite with Mancunians and the city hosts an array of choice.
Mule Coffee is not only beautiful to visit but also offers yummy food and drinks from brunch to cocktail hour!
13 Blossom St
13 Blossom StreetMule Coffee is not only beautiful to visit but also offers yummy food and drinks from brunch to cocktail hour!
Our favourite brunch spot of all time!
Located on Newton Street- 5 minute walk.
20 locals recommend
Ezra & Gil
20 Hilton StOur favourite brunch spot of all time!
Located on Newton Street- 5 minute walk.
There are several locations across the city. Whichever you visit you will not be disappointed. The perfect spot for brunch or coffee and a cake.
POT KETTLE BLACK Angel Gardens Manchester
1 Rochdale RdThere are several locations across the city. Whichever you visit you will not be disappointed. The perfect spot for brunch or coffee and a cake.
The Koffee Pot
84-86 Oldham StGreat brunch, a wide variety of teas and amazing cakes!
The Counter House
35 Blossom StFantastic brunch spot. Check them out for a Sunday roast too!
A Manchester favourite, get there early as this place will be busy. The kiwi breakfast spot will not disappoint.
41 locals recommend
Federal Cafe Bar
9 Nicholas CroftA Manchester favourite, get there early as this place will be busy. The kiwi breakfast spot will not disappoint.
This trendy Manchester restaurant offers an Indian twist on brunch. We highly recommend the bacon naan!
12 locals recommend
Dishoom Manchester
32 Bridge StThis trendy Manchester restaurant offers an Indian twist on brunch. We highly recommend the bacon naan!
Neighbourhoods
Ancoats is our neighbourhood. Once the heart of Manchesters industrial revolution this area packs charm and history. Today the cotton mills are filled with homes, trendy coffee shops and some of Manchesters most sought after bars and restaurants.
34 locals recommend
Ancoats
Ancoats is our neighbourhood. Once the heart of Manchesters industrial revolution this area packs charm and history. Today the cotton mills are filled with homes, trendy coffee shops and some of Manchesters most sought after bars and restaurants.
The Northern Quarter is Manchesters centre of alternative culture. Packed with bars, restaurants and independent stores there is plenty to see! Popular streets to check out include Oldham Street, Tib Street, Newton Street, Lever Street and Dale Street.
223 locals recommend
Northern Quarter
The Northern Quarter is Manchesters centre of alternative culture. Packed with bars, restaurants and independent stores there is plenty to see! Popular streets to check out include Oldham Street, Tib Street, Newton Street, Lever Street and Dale Street.
Castlefield is one of Manchesters more relaxed neighbourhoods with green space and the winding canal. Its home to Castlefield Bowl- a canal side outdoor venue.
58 locals recommend
Castlefield
Castlefield is one of Manchesters more relaxed neighbourhoods with green space and the winding canal. Its home to Castlefield Bowl- a canal side outdoor venue.
Spinningfields is Manchesters financial area and a popular spot for shopping and nightlife. Big name restaurants and cocktail bars such as The Ivy and The Alchemist reside here.
85 locals recommend
Spinningfields
Spinningfields is Manchesters financial area and a popular spot for shopping and nightlife. Big name restaurants and cocktail bars such as The Ivy and The Alchemist reside here.
Market Street is the centre of Manchesters shopping area. Wander into the Arndale Shopping Centre to visit all high street brands. Across from the shopping Centre you will also notice department stores- Selfridges & Harvey Nichols.
11 locals recommend
Market Street
Market StreetMarket Street is the centre of Manchesters shopping area. Wander into the Arndale Shopping Centre to visit all high street brands. Across from the shopping Centre you will also notice department stores- Selfridges & Harvey Nichols.
Canal Street is the center of the Manchester Gay Village.
The streets, which run along the canal, are lined with a number of bars and restaurants.
8 locals recommend
Canal Street
Canal StreetCanal Street is the center of the Manchester Gay Village.
The streets, which run along the canal, are lined with a number of bars and restaurants.
Sightseeing
The National Football Museum is Englands national museum of football. The museum displays collection of football memorabilia.
15 minute walk from the apartment.
174 locals recommend
National Football Museum
Todd StreetThe National Football Museum is Englands national museum of football. The museum displays collection of football memorabilia.
15 minute walk from the apartment.
This museum is on the site of the worlds oldest railway. The history of the city from Roman times through the Industrial Revolution to the present day is documented in the Station Building. The air and space gallery is also here housing historic aircrafts.
This museum is a 30 minute walk across town from the apartment.
284 locals recommend
Science and Industry Museum
Liverpool RoadThis museum is on the site of the worlds oldest railway. The history of the city from Roman times through the Industrial Revolution to the present day is documented in the Station Building. The air and space gallery is also here housing historic aircrafts.
This museum is a 30 minute walk across town from the apartment.
The Manchester Art Gallery possesses one of the largest art collections in Britain outside of London. The gallery includes works by the pre-Raphaelites; Flemish masters of the 17th century; French impressionists, including Gauguin, Manet, and Monet; and German artists such as Max Ernst.
18 minute walk from the apartment.
206 locals recommend
Manchester Art Gallery
Mosley StreetThe Manchester Art Gallery possesses one of the largest art collections in Britain outside of London. The gallery includes works by the pre-Raphaelites; Flemish masters of the 17th century; French impressionists, including Gauguin, Manet, and Monet; and German artists such as Max Ernst.
18 minute walk from the apartment.
Home to the Christmas markets from the end of November.
20 minute walk through town from the apartment.
43 locals recommend
Manchester Town Hall
Home to the Christmas markets from the end of November.
20 minute walk through town from the apartment.
Home to the blue side of Manchester- Manchester City Football Club. Tours can be booked or tickets to watch a game!
30 minute walk from the apartment.
42 locals recommend
Etihad Stadium station
Home to the blue side of Manchester- Manchester City Football Club. Tours can be booked or tickets to watch a game!
30 minute walk from the apartment.
Home to the red side of Manchester- Manchester United Football Club. Tours can be booked to view old Trafford or tickets to watch a game!
You will need to drive, jump in a taxi or take the tram from Piccadilly gardens to visit. 11 minute drive from the apartment.
18 locals recommend
Manchester United Football Ground station
Sir Matt Busby WayHome to the red side of Manchester- Manchester United Football Club. Tours can be booked to view old Trafford or tickets to watch a game!
You will need to drive, jump in a taxi or take the tram from Piccadilly gardens to visit. 11 minute drive from the apartment.
Whether you are looking to shop or some fun for the family the Trafford centre has it all. Lego land or the Sea Life Centre is great for children.
15 minute drive from the apartment.
378 locals recommend
The Trafford Centre
Whether you are looking to shop or some fun for the family the Trafford centre has it all. Lego land or the Sea Life Centre is great for children.
15 minute drive from the apartment.
Activities
www.breakoutmanchester.com
(0161 839 8012)
Breakout is a unique fun friends or family activity. Challenge yourself to see if you can solve the clues to breakout!
8 locals recommend
Breakout Manchester High Street
87 High Stwww.breakoutmanchester.com
(0161 839 8012)
Breakout is a unique fun friends or family activity. Challenge yourself to see if you can solve the clues to breakout!
www.flightclubdarts.com
0161 537 7250
Fun interactive darts games! In their words: “…a social experience like no other. We’ve lovingly created beautifully designed venues, serving bespoke cocktails from our award-‐winning bars as well as
delicious sharing food for groups of all sizes.”
9 locals recommend
Flight Club Manchester
98 King Stwww.flightclubdarts.com
0161 537 7250
Fun interactive darts games! In their words: “…a social experience like no other. We’ve lovingly created beautifully designed venues, serving bespoke cocktails from our award-‐winning bars as well as
delicious sharing food for groups of all sizes.”
https://whistlepunks.com/
Wrapped in a vibrant venue, expertly hosted by kick-ass instructors and backed up with a suitably pumping soundtrack. In no time at all you’ll be throwing axes and competing against your friends or colleagues, you’d better practice those celebrations!
8 locals recommend
Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing
235 Deansgatehttps://whistlepunks.com/
Wrapped in a vibrant venue, expertly hosted by kick-ass instructors and backed up with a suitably pumping soundtrack. In no time at all you’ll be throwing axes and competing against your friends or colleagues, you’d better practice those celebrations!
https://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com/manchester/
Perfect day out for families. Lots of different activities all under one roof.
18 locals recommend
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
https://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com/manchester/
Perfect day out for families. Lots of different activities all under one roof.
https://www.visitsealife.com/manchester/
Discover the aquarium! The perfect family day out or just. a nice activity for all ages.
15 locals recommend
Sea Life Manchester
The Trafford Centrehttps://www.visitsealife.com/manchester/
Discover the aquarium! The perfect family day out or just. a nice activity for all ages.
https://www.junkyardgolfclub.co.uk/manchester/
Crazy golf with a twist! Under 18’s are only permitted on Sunday to Thursday before 6pm, & must have an over 18 present with them!`
25 locals recommend
Junkyard Golf Club
2 First Sthttps://www.junkyardgolfclub.co.uk/manchester/
Crazy golf with a twist! Under 18’s are only permitted on Sunday to Thursday before 6pm, & must have an over 18 present with them!`
Dog Bowl
57 Whitworth St WModern bowling venue with a cocktail bar and late night menu.
This venue offers interactive bowling lanes, beer pong tables, shuffleboard, karaoke and arcade games.
Come the day this is a family friendly venue offering a kids menu.
50 locals recommend
Vue Cinema Manchester - Printworks
27 Withy GroveThis venue offers interactive bowling lanes, beer pong tables, shuffleboard, karaoke and arcade games.
Come the day this is a family friendly venue offering a kids menu.
Theatres
From highbrow performances of the world's best opera to
sing along musicals hot from the West End, there's something
for everyone in Manchester.
HOME is Manchester’s centre for international contemporary art, theatre and film.
The two theatres show an exciting, eclectic mix of plays
with an international focus. The five cinemas showcase the very best in contemporary and classic cinema.
95 locals recommend
HOME Manchester
2 Tony Wilson PlHOME is Manchester’s centre for international contemporary art, theatre and film.
The two theatres show an exciting, eclectic mix of plays
with an international focus. The five cinemas showcase the very best in contemporary and classic cinema.
Palace Theatre
97 Oxford Sthttps://www.palacetheatre.org/
The Lowry
8 The Quayshttps://thelowry.com/
The Bridgewater Hall
Lower Mosley Streethttps://www.bridgewater-hall.co.uk/
Manchester Opera House
3 Quay Sthttp://manchesteroperahouse.com/
Spinningfield Restaurants/Bars
Elegant Spinningfields is the city’s financial center and a popular destination for entertainment and drinks. It is one of Manchesters luxury dining and shopping destinations.
One of our favourite bars in the city. Oast house offers a range of German beers as well as a large outdoor area and often live music.
24 locals recommend
The Oast House
CourtyardOne of our favourite bars in the city. Oast house offers a range of German beers as well as a large outdoor area and often live music.
Featuring a cocktail menu larger than you could ever imagine its a must visit when in this neighbourhood.
21 locals recommend
The Alchemist Spinningfields
3 Hardman StFeaturing a cocktail menu larger than you could ever imagine its a must visit when in this neighbourhood.
A rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant offering views across the city even in the washrooms!
60 locals recommend
20 Stories
1 Hardman SquareA rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant offering views across the city even in the washrooms!
Another one of our favourite bars. No matter what night you visit this place has atmosphere. There is live music most nights which often sees people dancing on the german style long bench tables!
56 locals recommend
Albert's Schloss
27 Peter StAnother one of our favourite bars. No matter what night you visit this place has atmosphere. There is live music most nights which often sees people dancing on the german style long bench tables!
It was big deal for Manchester when the Ivy opened up. The popularity of this bar/restaurant has continued. Choose which floor you want to dine at depending on what cuisine you wish to eat.
32 locals recommend
The Ivy Spinningfields Manchester
Byrom StreetIt was big deal for Manchester when the Ivy opened up. The popularity of this bar/restaurant has continued. Choose which floor you want to dine at depending on what cuisine you wish to eat.
Modern Chinese cuisine and cocktails in sophisticated, dark wood bar/restaurant.
23 locals recommend
Tattu Restaurant and Bar
Gartside StreetModern Chinese cuisine and cocktails in sophisticated, dark wood bar/restaurant.