Suggestions for Arts and Entertainment near Manchester

Alice • December 19, 2014Great shows, friendly, helpful staff, great atmosphere and beautiful architecture

Cycling S. • July 19, 2018Exhibitions open till 8pm, good for a visit before the cinema or theatre. Great food with plenty of vegan and vegetarian options in the first floor restaurant.

Brian F K. • January 7, 2014Well worth a visit - home to some brilliant paintings - and just off the town hall....brilliant collections

Judy A. • January 15, 2017Gorgeous. Really big theatre and a choice between, standard, luxury and sofa seating. Reasonable pricing, and amazing atmosphere. Recommend booking by phone to avoid queues and possible disappointment

R • February 18, 2018Just remind me of the old good days 90s (💎TV show)✔️. The Crystal Maze is definitely amazing and worth visiting 😉

Rachel C. • April 16, 2017Tour is well worth it. The tour guides of the grounds are always friendly and fun. Each time been I've learnt something new about the club and ground. Great for family and it's wheelchair friendly

Brian F K. • December 22, 2013A Wonderful Venue - known for Classical Music but also host to bands as well - visited here when the Mavericks last came to town - Brilliant Atmosphere

Stephen D. • August 25, 2014One of the best places in Manchester. Ideal for all ages with lots to see and do

Bijan Y. • June 18, 2015Interesting mix of music and plays. Architecture and overall space fab.

Walid O. E. • November 22, 2011It's awesome! Staff are very helpful and passionate about what they do. Must see in MCR.

Mark S. • June 8, 2017Great music venue, intimate and fantastic sounds and views. Very, very warm!!! But an excellent place to see gigs

Tony T. • September 1, 2011So many great gigs get hear early and have a beer

Chloe C. • November 15, 2015Stunning art, up and coming in Manchester I believe. Perfect place with a couple of friends or simple for a date.

Thomas M. • November 27, 2013Afternoon sessions on Sundays, are quite busy, Early sessions are quieter!

Dev L. • January 3, 2015Pizzas are great here. I love that we have a decent full-time jazz club in Manchester. Great feel to the place, and often great music.

Nm • April 19, 2020Each team will be given 60 minutes to escape the room .. Fun, entertaining & joyful experience !! Friendly & Supportive Staff ..

Bora D. • May 16, 2015Went to a rock opera and it was very good. Nice acoustic and vintage decoration

Henrique B. • October 4, 2015Join one of the free tours, it's great. Our guide was very helpful and made our museum experiency incredible.

Erin A. • February 17, 2017Superb afternoon racing around the track with work colleagues.definitely recommend for a works do.

Mark G. • June 15, 2013Henning Wehn is absolutely hilarious!

Dev L. • January 3, 2015A great little venue, and as another tip mentioned, they do some great workshops for kids of all ages. Music for babies with Shake, Rattle and Roll was excellent.

Rachel S. • February 24, 2014Lovely time had by all. The kids loved it. Recommend a visit!

Cathy • July 23, 2010Go to the Plaza Café Lounge - an authentic 1930s tea room. I loved the speciality smoked salmon sandwich on multi grain Italian pave, sultana scone with strawberry jam & clotted cream and Assam tea.

Tor-Emil • April 8, 2023Great service. Showed up without a reservation. They fixed a table for me anyway, even though it was already crowded. Brought a great ribeye steak, and good beers from tap. Recommended.

Natalie P. • August 13, 2010A hidden gem of a venue with some of the biggest names in the business playing in an intimate setting.

Bruno L. • September 3, 2014A lot of great and interesting exhibitions that cover go from the very start of football, all the way to present day. The match ball from the first World Cup Final was definitely my favourite!

Alan (Fred) P. • June 27, 2014There's a great cafe upstairs that does homemade cake and coffee for £3