How to Find the Best Foodie Delights & Culture in ManchesterManchester is seriously one of the coolest and most underrated cities I’ve been to! The architecture is stunning, I didn’t have a bad bite to eat, and it’s so close to so many incredible day trips! Save my trip or add these places to plan your own Manchester itinerary.Authorsamandamoniquebrown
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Day 1

The Edwardian Manchester Hotel
The Edwardian Manchester is a stunning hotel in a beautiful historic building with one of the best breakfast buffets I've ever had—not to mention the spa is amazing!
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Ezra & Gil - Peter Street
Head to this cute café for some yummy cinnamon buns. If you're interested in a more substantial meal, they have breakfast and brunch here, too!
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The Bridgewater Hall
The Bridgewater Hall is where I started the Manchester Music Walkabout Tour. A stunning piece of architecture!
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Afflecks
Afflecks is an emporium filled with of dozens of quirky and cute independent shops. This place, which has been around since the 1908s, is iconic!
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Manchester Craft and Design Centre
The Manchester Craft and Design Centre is a home to high-end boutiques featuring crafts by some of the most talented independent designers in the area.
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Mala
Mala is a super cute spot to work, or grab a beer or a coffee in a setting that feels like something out of a storybook secret garden.
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Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay - Manchester
Highly recommend the Lucky Cat. I loved this sushi-forward restaurant with an entire vegetarian menu!
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Day 2

Trip Highlight
I took the Rabbie's Idyllic English Countryside tour and it was so charming. Find out more about this tour below.
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Rabbie's Tours departure Manchester
This was our meeting point for the Rabbie's Tour. I highly recommend taking the Idyllic England Tour to see the iconic countryside and picturesque villages.
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Exhibition
Head to Exhibition for unique dishes in a historic and stunning setting.
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Day 3

The Peveril of the Peak
This is an iconic landmark in Manchester. The Peveril of the Peak has been featured in plenty of movies and looks like it was plopped down straight from a movie set!
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Mancoco Coffee Bar, Roastery & Barista Training School
This cute hidden coffee shop also has space to work. They roast specialty coffees from around the world, but you can also take a coffee brewing class here!
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John Rylands Library
John Rylands is an incredible library. Calling it a library is generous—it looks like something straight out of Harry Potter. But you really can go study or work there!
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Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
It's hard to describe how amazing this hotel is. It's historic, it's beautiful, and it looks like you've stepped back in time—even if you don't stay here, head to the bar, Refuge, for a beverage!
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Royal Exchange Theatre
Royal Exchange Theatre is a working round theater in a historic building that was once the largest trading hall in England. The architecture is incredible and a must-see on your visit to Manchester.
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Manchester Chinatown
Manchester Chinatown is one of the largest in Europe and is a great place to grab a bite or just walk around. Make sure you check out the iconic traditional Chinese archway!
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The Allotment Vegan & Vegetarian Bar & Restaurant
This incredible vegan restaurant is right outside the Manchester Cathedral—perfect when you need to refuel after a day of touring around.
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The Washhouse
This is such a quirky and unique speakeasy-style bar! At the Washhouse, every cocktail is based on a conspiracy theory; it's just as much of an experience as it is a cocktail bar!
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Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter highlights! The Northern Quarter is Manchester's trendy neighborhood with cool street art, Boho bars, and popular restaurants. Be sure to stop in at the Manchester Craft and Design Centre when here.
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Canal Street
Canal Street is renowned for its lively bars, restaurants, and vibrant LGBTQ+ community. It's a hub for nightlife and cultural events and a very welcoming place.
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Day 4

The Portico Library
The Portico is a historic small library (it's home to more than 200 years of literature!) with rotating exhibits.
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The Rex - formerly Hotel Gotham Manchester
Hotel Gotham Manchester is a great place to have afternoon tea with scenic views of the city. Plus, the vibe here is just cool.
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Greater Manchester Police Museum & Archives
The Greater Manchester Police Museum and Archives is a really interesting, quick, and free museum in an old police station, and a unique way to learn what life was like in the 1800s and early 1900s in Manchester.
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Manchester Cathedral
This striking cathedral in the Medieval Quarter is open to the public. There are also a lot of walking and guided tours that include Manchester Cathedral, so you can dive deeper into the history and architecture.
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20 Stories
20 Stories is a popular and scenic cocktail bar on the 20th floor. It's ideal for sunset, and it's all enclosed, so it's great no matter the weather!
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Cloud 23 Cocktail Bar
Cloud 23 is one of the most stunning rooftop bars I've been to! There are plenty of seating areas, with a full restaurant inside. And you can also reserve enclosed glass rooms with heaters and blankets.
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Another hand
Head here for fine dining with veg-friendly options.
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Day 5

Invisible Cities - Walking Tours Manchester
Walking around Manchester with a local guide is undoubtedly the best way to experience a city, and Invisible Cities tours are a testament to that!
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