Evening Activities
The Best Nights Out in Manchester
Our selection of Evening Activities are the perfect way to unwind after a long day. Whether you want a first-class dinner, a good old fashioned pub crawl or even a little light competition, we have something for everyone.
Read moreThere is no one way to do nightlife in Manchester. The city prides itself on its wide reaching and varied options, boasting a rich history of culture after the sun goes down. Manchester’s musical heritage from Buzzcocks and Joy Division to Acid House and the Hacienda made it a nightlife hub in Northern England – a tradition that shows no signs of stopping.
Northern Quarter
Set in among the vibrant street art and independent shops of the Northern Quarter are some of Manchester’s best loved bars and restaurants. Boasting a relaxed and more alternative vibe than most, these Manchester institutions pride themselves of doing things a little differently.
The Northern Quarter sprung up after a period of downturn in the wake of the opening of the Arndale shopping mall. Now it’s one of the city’s best loved and known regions and the ideal place to embrace the alternative spirit of Manchester’s nightlife.
Oxford Road
Dense with options to eat and drink, the area around Oxford Road station plays host to a variety of restaurants and bars with a similar feel to the Norther Quarter. The locality of Manchester’s universities and the Northern Ballet School ensure an ever-buzzing atmosphere in the area.
There’s no shortage of places to enjoy an evening out. Some favourites include the Deaf Institute and Gorilla, both of which host regular gigs, and the nearby Junkyard Golf.
The Gay Village
Centred around the famous Canal Street, spreading from Princess Street to Minshull Street, The Village is one of Manchester’s liveliest areas. Celebrating diversity and self-expression, The Village offers a unique night out, attracting people from all over Northern England and the world.
The history of the area is usually traced back to the opening of Manto, which set the tone for the style that Canal Street is now so associated with. Redevelopment started from a former-garage repair building and, despite early challenges, The Village has never looked back.
Spinningfields
Manchester’s financial district and newfound upmarket night out. Having transformed from a hub of stag dos and hen nights, Spinningfields is now home to some Manchester’s nicest Champagne and cocktail bars.
The area buzzes with the finer things now. Real ale bars and restaurants are plentiful but you can still find a good party atmosphere here if that’s what you’re in the mood for.
Deansgate Locks
Whitworth Street West’s converted rail arches are home to several plush bars as well as Manchester’s Comedy Store. The ten arches, each with terraces and walkways hanging over the canal, are very popular during the sunny summer months.
‘The Docks‘ are a vibrant place to spend an evening, just a stone’s throw away from the former location of Manchester’s famous Hacienda night club.

City Centre River Cruise Manchester
Group Prices on request Take a river cruise along Manchester’s waterways on your very own canal barge. Take a river cruise in Manchester and Salford with Manchester Sightseeing Tours. With two luxury purpose-built […]
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Manchester Gin Tours and Tastings
Group prices on request MANCHESTER GIN DISTILLERY TOUR AND GUIDED TASTING Under Manchester’s historic railway arches, discover the finest gins Manchester Gin has to offer from their impressive in-house distillery. Follow the […]
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Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing – Manchester
Group prices available on request Nothing says team-building like throwing an axe at a big red target. We’re serious. Sure, Jane from admin might seem all quiet and lovely. Yeah, she may bring […]
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Dining with Distinction on the East Lancashire Railway
Group prices available on request Dining with Distinction on the East Lancashire Railway Not so long ago dining onboard a train was the pinnacle of sophistication. The East Lancashire Railway running between the […]
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Old Pub Tour in Manchester with Tasting
Group prices available on request Take a tour of historic traditional pubs in Manchester – including Ale Tasting! Manchester continues to blossom into a haven for quirky bar and cocktail lovers alike, with […]
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Junkyard Golf
Group prices on request Junkyard Golf Junkyard Golf is crazy golf with a difference; putt your way through three 9-hole courses made from reclaimed junk. It is a novel approach to recycling […]
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City Centre River Cruise Manchester
Take a river cruise along Manchester’s waterways on your very own canal barge. Take a river cruise in Manchester and Salford with Manchester Sightseeing Tours. With two luxury purpose-built […]
More details
Manchester Gin Tours and Tastings
MANCHESTER GIN DISTILLERY TOUR AND GUIDED TASTING Under Manchester’s historic railway arches, discover the finest gins Manchester Gin has to offer from their impressive in-house distillery. Follow the […]
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Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing – Manchester
Nothing says team-building like throwing an axe at a big red target. We’re serious. Sure, Jane from admin might seem all quiet and lovely. Yeah, she may bring […]
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Dining with Distinction on the East Lancashire Railway
Dining with Distinction on the East Lancashire Railway Not so long ago dining onboard a train was the pinnacle of sophistication. The East Lancashire Railway running between the […]
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Old Pub Tour in Manchester with Tasting
Take a tour of historic traditional pubs in Manchester – including Ale Tasting! Manchester continues to blossom into a haven for quirky bar and cocktail lovers alike, with […]
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Junkyard Golf
Junkyard Golf Junkyard Golf is crazy golf with a difference; putt your way through three 9-hole courses made from reclaimed junk. It is a novel approach to recycling […]
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