A popular hotspot for a good breakfast & coffee! Expect queues to eat at Fed, but get there early enough & you should be able to squeeze in before peak time. With 2 locations: Deansgate or Northern Quarter.
One of the most beautiful libraries I’ve ever seen! It's like a real-life Harry Potter library & it’s a working library so you can actually read some of the books on the shelves and chill in one of the reading rooms. And it's free!
Central Library dominates St Peter’s Square has been at the heart of the city for over 150 years. Inside is the Wolfson Reading Room which is the space you really want to see, with a huge dome roof & wooden panelling. And it's home to 8 million books!
The Barton Arcade is a grade II-listed Victorian arcade set between Deansgate and St Ann’s Square. Built in 1871 it has been restored to its original grandeur with ornate black and gold balconies curving around windows.
The Manchester Cathedral has been the centre of its city’s history for nearly 600 years. In 1421, King Henry V signed a royal charter granting permission to build a collegiate church and in 1847 when a new diocese was created this historic site became known as the cathedral.
See the latest street art on Stevenson Square and Spear Street where pieces are constantly being replaced with new ones. This makes it a unique experience for any visitor who appreciates artwork.
Nell’s Pizza dough is slow-fermented over 36 hrs to allow for a perfect combination of strength & lightness. This New York style pizza has it all! I went for Cheese and Onion pie which is a Northern classic but on a pizza!
Walking through the streets of Manchester, you’ll stumble upon a little place called Afflecks. This shopping centre is full of fun and interesting shops ranging from vintage clothes to hand-made jewellery. You can find all sorts in this one building so go explore!
On the edge of Manchester’s famous Northern Quarter is a food hall in an 1858 Grade II listed market building. There are no signs outside advertising what awaited inside then we might never have known about this hidden gem. Grab an incredible beer at Jack in the Box.
Tasty tacos for £1 yes! I said £1, and don’t forget the bao buns. Ordering a drink is a must! You can’t just come here for the cheap food because they have a great cocktail menu, all the draught beer and a load of delicious wine too.