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Ranked #1 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Short visit“ 23/05/2013
- ”Must see in Manchester“ 22/05/2013
Category: Libraries; Museums; Architectural Buildings
The University Library of Manchester provides an extensive range of services and resources to actual and virtual visitors.
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Ranked #2 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Accrington Pals“ 21/05/2013
- ”Always excellent“ 20/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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We're an award-winning producing Theatre in the centre of Manchester. As well as classics from William Shakespeare, Tennessee...
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We're an award-winning producing Theatre in the centre of Manchester. As well as classics from William Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams, Oscar Wilde, Noel Coward, and Anton Chekhov, we're also one of the country's leading theatres for new writing, with over 125 premieres in the theatre history! The unique design means that none of the 760 seats are more than nine metres from the circular stage, with seats placed all around the auditorium, giving views from all angles.The Great Hall surrounds the Theatre, and this houses The Round restaurant, Bar Exchange, the Craft Shop and exhibitions, the Education Lounge and workshops, the Information Point, the Mezzanine Gallery exhibitions, as well as Friday evenings' FREE entertainment SPECIAL FX.And we're open on a Sunday too! With brunch served in our Great Hall cafe and free entertainment during the day.
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Ranked #3 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Wonderful Museum“ 22/05/2013
- ”A good day out“ 20/05/2013
Category: Science Museums
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The Museum of Science and Industry includes permanent galleries spread across five historic buildings and collections ranging...
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The Museum of Science and Industry includes permanent galleries spread across five historic buildings and collections ranging from early textile machinery to modern X-ray equipment.
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Ranked #4 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Interesting“ 21/05/2013
- ”Surprisingly great time“ 17/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
Explore what policing was like in Victorian days. The restored historic building has intricate woodwork and stained glass.
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Ranked #5 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Boys birthday party“ 23/05/2013
- ”Birthday party“ 22/05/2013
Category: Race Car Tracks
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Stonerig raceway is an award winning venue where you will Experience the very best in scalextric racing you will not believe...
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Stonerig raceway is an award winning venue where you will Experience the very best in scalextric racing you will not believe what you see, it really is an attraction well worth seeing, it is great for all ages, it really gets family competing together in a friendly,fun and competitive way. We have 5 massive full themed tracks and 1 hire track, so come and tack you'r position on the starting grid.
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Ranked #6 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Best place to get married in Mancheste...“ 22/05/2013
- ”Have a look inside“ 20/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
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This neo-Gothic masterpiece was designed by Alfred Waterhouse and completed in 1887. At the front main entrance sits a statue...
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This neo-Gothic masterpiece was designed by Alfred Waterhouse and completed in 1887. At the front main entrance sits a statue of the Roman Governor, Agricola, founder of the original fort of Mamuciam, from which the city began. The building dominates Albert Square.
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Ranked #7 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Magnificent speaker at the Lowry“ 21/05/2013
- ”Only visit“ 20/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Situated on the waterside at the heart of The Quays, The Lowry is a stunning, award winning building housing two vibrant...
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Situated on the waterside at the heart of The Quays, The Lowry is a stunning, award winning building housing two vibrant theatres, a studio space, relaxing art galleries, cafés, bars, a restaurant, souvenir gift shop and Salford’s Tourist Information Centre. With a huge variety of performances, The Lowry's Lyric and Quays Theatres offer a wealth of fabulous entertainment, including West End musicals, the very best in drama, live bands, famous comedians, plus world class dance and opera.Gallery entry is free and you can enjoy the work of one of the nation's favourite artists, LS Lowry, in changing exhibitions of his work which we hope will offer some surprises. At the same time, experience work by artists of local, national and international renown to compliment our Lowry exhibitions. There's always something new and refreshing to see in our galleries.With family fun throughout the building, guided tours, the Meet Mr Lowry film, plus participatory activity for all ages, The Lowry is a great day out.
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Ranked #8 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Spent a couple of hours here, quite in...“ 24/05/2013
- ”A great little place“ 23/05/2013
Category: Museums
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The Manchester Museum is home to an array of treasures from the natural world and the many cultures it is home to. Highlights...
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The Manchester Museum is home to an array of treasures from the natural world and the many cultures it is home to. Highlights include a T.rex and fossils of other pre-historic creatures, ancient Egyptian artefacts and live amphibians and reptiles. You can handle objects from the collection, take part in hands-on activities or enjoy a glass of wine of cup of coffee whilst exploring the latest ideas in science, culture and the arts.
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Ranked #9 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”fun informative and great for the fami...“ 25/05/2013
- ”Fantastic walk of bravery within the t...“ 24/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums; History Museums
Fascinating presentation of a timeline of 20th-century conflict.
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Ranked #10 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Very interesting“ 25/05/2013
- ”Pretty Good :)“ 23/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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The world's biggest and best football museum is open 7 days a week in Manchester city centre. The museum is free to enter,...
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The world's biggest and best football museum is open 7 days a week in Manchester city centre. The museum is free to enter, and tells the story of the beautiful game through the eyes of everyone from the players, the law-makers, and most importantly the fans.Exploring how football has impacted on and reflected English culture and society over 150 years, it brings stories to life with a range of interactive and hands-on displays. There are world-famous iconic objects including the ball from the 1966 World Cup final, Diego Maradona's famous 'Hand of God' shirt, and even the game's very first hand-written rule book. On top of that there are lots of chances to show off your skills from the penalty box to the commentary box, with a range of Football Plus+ experiences (charges apply - see website for details). The National Football Museum Hall of Fame, on the ground floors, is the official tribute to the game’s greatest players, teams and managers. Upstairs, you’ll find stories from inventing, expanding, following and playing the game. There’s also a Discovery Zone for under 5s, and Level 3 is dedicated to changing exhibitions exploring how art and culture exist alongside the beautiful game.
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Ranked #11 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”A park with a view“ 23/05/2013
- ”when i was a kid“ 14/05/2013
Category: Parks; Gardens
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Ranked #12 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Funny and good value“ 08/05/2013
- ”Great laugh“ 01/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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The Comedy Store Manchester offers a unique blend of stand up comedy, fine dining and live music.Every week from Thursday...
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The Comedy Store Manchester offers a unique blend of stand up comedy, fine dining and live music.Every week from Thursday through to Sunday the best comedians on the circuit take to the stage with a special late show on the Saturday. We also have a different comedy night every Sunday to round off the weekend so visit our website to see what is on this week!
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Ranked #13 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”All aboard!“ 14/05/2013
- ”Public Transport“ 13/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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Discover Greater Manchester's public road transport history with the Museum of Transport, approximately one mile north of...
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Discover Greater Manchester's public road transport history with the Museum of Transport, approximately one mile north of Manchester City Centre near Manchester Fort Shopping Park. Open every Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday (and every day in August 2013) from 10am until 4.30pm. Adults £4.00, students / over 60s £2.00, accompanied children under 16 visit free. Take a trip back in time with one of Britain’s biggest collections of restored buses, coaches and trams. From a Victorian horse drawn bus to the prototype Metrolink tram, see and sit in fascinating vehicles that took Greater Manchester folk to work, shops and outings to the coast and countryside.Leaving a review?: Please note we have no planes, cars or motorbikes, nor a planetarium! If you saw these it is likley you visited the Museum of Science and Industry on Liverpool Rd Manchester City Centre and not us!
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Ranked #14 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Great for a meal or a party.“ 22/05/2013
- ”it's gone down hill.. all the gays hav...“ 22/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Centered around the Canal street area in Manchester is a thriving gay scene, which offers a plethora of bars, clubs,...
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Centered around the Canal street area in Manchester is a thriving gay scene, which offers a plethora of bars, clubs, restaurants and other nighttime venues for gays and straights alike.
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Ranked #15 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Wonderful especially if you're a histo...“ 13/04/2013
- ”Wonderful.“ 09/04/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #16 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Lovely location & great for kids & gro...“ 19/05/2013
- ”Educational but fun“ 08/05/2013
Category: History Museums
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Portland Basin Museum is housed within the restored nineteenth century Ashton Canal Warehouse in Ashton-under-Lyne. The...
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Portland Basin Museum is housed within the restored nineteenth century Ashton Canal Warehouse in Ashton-under-Lyne. The museum combines a lively modern interior with a peaceful canal side setting. It is an exciting family friendly museum, with something for all the family.
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Ranked #17 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Wonderful“ 19/05/2013
- ”Closed for renovations!“ 14/05/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Part of the Church of England, this lovely, small and inviting place of worship is part of Manchester's city center, which...
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Part of the Church of England, this lovely, small and inviting place of worship is part of Manchester's city center, which has undergone major redevelopment in recent years.
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Ranked #18 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Fascinating stuff!“ 17/05/2013
- ”Interesting and helpful staff“ 13/05/2013
Category: History Museums
This history museum chronicles the lives of Manchester's working people during the past one hundred years.
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Ranked #19 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Nice place in central Manchester.“ 19/05/2013
- ”Statues!“ 14/05/2013
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #20 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Off the beaten track“ 10/04/2013
- ”Fascinating place steeped in history“ 13/02/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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The historic Victoria Baths hold open days, on the first Sunday of each month from April to November, and guided tours every...
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The historic Victoria Baths hold open days, on the first Sunday of each month from April to November, and guided tours every Wednesday at 2pm. You can see the incredible stained glass and tile work, along with the pools. The baths closed in 1993 and are undergoing renovation.
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Ranked #21 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Good selection of material and audio“ 14/05/2013
- ”It's closed“ 26/04/2013
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #22 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Dirty Dancing“ 23/05/2013
- ”Old but real, a theatre for the people“ 16/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #23 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Fun afternoon“ 23/05/2013
- ”Sit in the pilot's seat!“ 18/05/2013
Category: Parks
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Ranked #24 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”WOW !!! What choice.“ 14/05/2013
- ”Good range of shops, eating options de...“ 14/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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Manchester’s Chinatown is one of the largest outside of China. It’s home to shopping and restaurants and is the center of the...
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Manchester’s Chinatown is one of the largest outside of China. It’s home to shopping and restaurants and is the center of the city’s Chinese community.
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Ranked #25 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”good place for a night out“ 16/05/2013
- ”OK but not outstanding“ 15/05/2013
Category: Shops
The Printworks has been described as Europe's first major urban leisure and entertainment complex.
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Ranked #26 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Lovely“ 30/04/2013
- ”Go to grandiose Gorton !“ 17/03/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Theatres
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Ranked #27 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”bit of a pain“ 18/05/2013
- ”Desperately in need of a refurb, the v...“ 11/05/2013
Category: Theatres
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The O2 Apollo Manchester opened on August 29th 1938 and is one of the premier concert venues in England, with shows from...
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The O2 Apollo Manchester opened on August 29th 1938 and is one of the premier concert venues in England, with shows from every major rock, pop and comedy act on the touring circuit. The breadth of styles of events covers every market - the cutting edge of modern British music, through some of the biggest artists from overseas, popular comedy, and music for older generations. With both fully seated and part-standing formats, this versatile venue increases its footfall and presentations year on year. Art Deco in style, the Grade II listed building has been central to the British touring circuit for decades, attracting Best Venue nominations and patrons from across the globe.
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Ranked #28 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Choose your seats carefully!“ 24/05/2013
- ”The only large venue in Manchester“ 22/05/2013
Category: Civic Centres
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This major arena is a popular venue for a variety of live performances from Elton John and the Spice Girls to wrestling...
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This major arena is a popular venue for a variety of live performances from Elton John and the Spice Girls to wrestling competitions and ballet.
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Ranked #29 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”Excellent - apart from the onboard cat...“ 24/05/2013
- ”Manchester Ship Canal History lives“ 20/05/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #30 of 98 attractions in Manchester
- ”This is a lovely park. It has changed...“ 11/05/2013
- ”A lovely family day out.“ 09/05/2013
Category: Parks
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This is a huge park with a number of facilities including a public golf course and a small farm that is great for young...
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This is a huge park with a number of facilities including a public golf course and a small farm that is great for young children.
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