The Real Manchester

The Real Manchester Experience

Experience Manchester, a city with so much to discover, whether you’re coming for a gig, an electric football match, or an unforgettable getaway. By day, explore its rich culture and diverse food scene; by night, the city comes alive with music, lights, and unforgettable nightlife. In Manchester, everything is close, vibrant, and waiting to be discovered.

Spend your day wandering Manchester’s neighbourhoods, each with their own unique personality. Explore the independent shops and vibrant street art of the Northern Quarter, unwind with a stroll around the marina in Ancoats, or escape the buzz at Castlefield Viaduct – a green oasis right in the heart of the city. In the evening you can visit iconic grass roots music venues, catch the latest shows at Aviva Studios or indulge in Manchester’s diverse food scene, ranging from buzzing food halls to award-winning restaurants, you’ll be spoilt for choice across multiple cuisines.

History, Art & Culture

Manchester’s music heritage is legendary. You can see global superstars at Co-op Live and the AO Arena or discover your next favourite artist at beloved venues like YES and Band on the Wall.

That’s not all, Manchester is rich in history, art and culture. See the world’s first computer at the Science and Industry Museum, celebrate 50 years of the Royal Exchange Theatre with an exciting programme of live experiences, or step inside Chetham’s Library – the oldest public library in the English-speaking world.

Manchester is where culture and sport go hand in hand. Football runs through the city’s veins. Even when there’s no match on, you can dive into the story of the beautiful game at the National Football Museum or go behind the scenes with a stadium tour. And it’s not just football – this summer, Emirates Old Trafford welcomes the England cricket team to play two international T20 matches.

Discover more about everything Manchester has to offer this summer.