Free Things To Do In Manchester

It’s home to an abundance of diverse culture and a wealth of historic buildings, streets and stories.

There’s also some truly great restaurants and an awesome nightlife scene in Manchester and of course, there’s also plenty of free activities too!

If you’re looking for the best free attractions in Manchester, as well as the top 10 paid attractions in Manchester, then we’ve got just the list for you!

Free Attractions in Manchester

Top Rated Manchester Attractions

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Manchester Town Hall

Manchester Town Hall is undoubtedly one of the best free attractions in Manchester, as well as one of the most beloved buildings in the city.

The Grade 1 listed building is a pinnacle of culture and architecture in Manchester’s city centre and it’s a place that you need to add to your travel itinerary while you’re there.

The Manchester Town Hall is situated in Albert Square and is renowned for its beautiful...

SEA LIFE Manchester Admission Ticket

clock Duration: 2 hours
  • An advance booking to enjoy SEA Life Manchester.
  • The activity offers an exciting and delightful insight into the aquatic world.
  • You can enjoy discovering innumerable water and sea creatures.
  • This activity provides you with an opportunity to explore at your own pace and choose your own time to explore.
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Platt Fields Park

Located in the Fallowfield area in Manchester, Platt Fields Park is a large open space that’s popular with both tourists to the city as well as locals.

It’s safe to say that the city of Manchester isn’t renowned for often having good weather but when a particularly sunny summer’s day hits, you can bet that Platt Fields Park will be teeming with people.

Platt Fields Park is the perfect place to visit in...

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Manchester

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  • An ideal outing for children at LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Manchester's in Trafford Centre.
  • You can enjoy indoor based activities in the midst of innumerable building blocks that are specifically designed to the height of an average child.
  • The activity transports you to a different world with 4D Cinema, Kingdom Quest Laser
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Manchester Art Gallery is the perfect place in the city to get your culture on and is also considered to be one of the best free attractions in Manchester.

The Art Gallery complex is situated near to some of the city’s top bars and restaurants, so it’s conveniently located.

However, once you enter the Gallery, you’ll be surrounded by over 13,000 paintings,...

ELVIS on the River

clock Duration: 2 hours 30
  • A unique cruise aboard the Princess Katherine with two sets of music from the king of rock'n'roll Elvis Presley tribute...read more
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Fletcher Moss Park & Botanical Gardens

The Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden is a 21-acre park and gardens area situated away from the bustling city centre in Didsbury, Manchester.

The Gardens are a lush oasis from the heaving city streets and are an ideal location for a lovely afternoon stroll, a friendly game of catch or even a picnic.

There’s so many beautiful plants to admire at the Fletcher Moss Botanical Garden; from locally grown flowers, to plants that...

Lake District Adventure from MANCHESTER

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • Sightseeing Tours the way they should be. Fully narrated and escorted by driver guides who love their jobs almost as much as you will love your day with them.

    Navigating exciting hidden roads and routes not accessible to full-size coaches.

    Fun and laughter all the way, all...read more
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John Rylands Library

Arguably the most famous free attraction in Manchester and certainly one of the greatest is the John Rylands Library.

Located in Deansgate, Manchester, the John Rylands Library is an exquisite work of Victorian Gothic architecture; both inside and out.

It also has an overwhelming Harry Potter vibe to it, so fans of the hit movie franchise are sure to enjoy visiting the library, regardless of their age.

You can also find...

Craft Beer Tour around Manchester

clock Duration: 3 hours 30
  • An opportunity to visit four of Manchester's best breweries and bars in a short duration but a great experience.
  • A day dedicated to exploring some of the best Craft Beer made in Manchester.
  • A chance to pay a visit at three very differentiated Manchester craft beer venues.
  • An exciting craft beer adventure to visit a
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Museum of Science and Industry

The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester is an incredibly fascinating museum located in the city centre.

The museum is home to works of art and studies that are devoted to the development of technology, science and industry and celebrates the city of Manchester’s achievements within these fields.

It’s a fun day out for the whole family and even young kids who aren’t usually fans of museums will enjoy...

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • Relaxed and fun way to go around the Lake district at your leisure
  • Discovery of some hidden gems that tourists don't visit
  • Flexible program, allowing visitors to choose their favorite activities
  • Fully narrated sight-seeing tour by expert drivers
  • A 10 hour full day trip covering all important points of
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MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • Relaxed and fun way to go around the Lake district at your leisure
  • Discovery of some hidden gems that tourists don't visit
  • Flexible program, allowing visitors to choose their favorite activities
  • Fully narrated sight-seeing tour by expert drivers
  • A 10 hour full day trip covering all important points of
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Windermere & Lake District Tour from Manchester Incl. Admission

clock Duration: 11 hours
  • A day tour to the best sights of Windermere, Lancaster & the Lake District
  • A relaxing and fun tour to revive your senses of the bygone area
  • tour includes a guided commentary about the history, culture, habits of the bygone era
  • Well organized and planned tour around one of the largest national parks in UK
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Lake District Adventure from MANCHESTER

clock Duration: 10 hours
  • Sightseeing Tours the way they should be. Fully narrated and escorted by driver guides who love their jobs almost as much as you will love your day with them.

    Navigating exciting hidden roads and routes not accessible to full-size coaches.

    Fun and laughter all the way, all...read more

InstaTours Manchester

clock Duration: 1 hour 30
  • Shoot amazing Instagrams, because image is imporant.

    On Manchester's only Instagram Tour, you will meet a local Instagram Influencer/expert photographer who will bring you to 5-7 spots of Manchester over 90 minutes.

    During the tour:
    - You will go you to the most Instagrammable spots of Manchester
    - You will be shown...read more

Peak District & Poole’s Cavern from Manchester Includes Admission

clock Duration: 8 hours
  • This region encapsulates everything everybody loves about England.

    There are rolling hills so green that you wonder whether there’s something unusual in the soil, there are rural towns with more quaint cottages than you can count, and caves with tales of kings, queens, and treachery.

    On this tour, you explore the most fascinating...read more

Snowdonia & Chester Day Tour from Manchester Including Admission

clock Duration: 10 hours 4
  • King Edward built a castle in Conwy, King Arthur slayed a giant in Snowdonia, and the Romans laid the foundations for the town of Chester: this part of the world is packed full of myths and marvels.

    And on this tour, your guide takes you on a journey through the best of the must-see sights.

    You explore Conwy where a castle watches...read more

Manchester's Music Scene

clock Duration: 3 hours
  • Private and personalized experience with a Local Host. Manchester is renowned for being the vibrant capital of music in the UK - there are more live music shows here than anywhere else in the country - and it has recently been crowned the UK’s ‘best live music city’ too. Manchester is home to legendary bands like The Smiths, Joy Division,...read more
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