Top 10 Things to Do in the City of Manchester, United Kingdom Part 2

Often considered the capital of the North, Manchester is the top tourist attraction in the North West. It’s not hard to see why. 

Manchester has a rich heritage of the best Universities with lively student life, some of England’s best football clubs, and truly astonishing landmarks. In this video, we show you 10 more things for you to do while in the City of Manchester.

These places will leave you with the best feeling from being in the City of Manchester.

Stay tuned because we’re going to take you to the best places to eat. You will see some sights and scenes that will make you the envy of your friends. And I also have a surprise for you gamers. 

So let’s get started on our 10 favourite places to visit in the City of Manchester.

Number 10 – Shop at the Trafford Centre 

Praised as being “a piece of Dubai in Manchester”, the Trafford Centre is one of the biggest shopping and leisure destinations in the entire UK. It is a really exciting place to be. Why so? Well, it contains over 200 shops and more than 60 cafés, bars and restaurants. It doesn’t matter if you are searching for the latest High fashion brands, a delicious meal or the perfect place to have a mind-blowing time with your loved ones, Trafford Centre is your go-to place.

The restaurants serve the best meals that will leave you yearning for more and in the shops, there is something for everyone. Some of the biggest attractions contained under the roof of the Trafford Centre in Manchester are SEA LIFE, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre and a two-storey Primark store at Barton Square; the first Selfridges outside of London, a flagship Next store, John Lewis, Zara, Victoria’s Secret and several others. You just have to experience it yourself.

But be careful not to get lost – it’s soo massive in there.

Number 9 – Grab a meal at Manchester Arndale

The Manchester Arndale is a premier shopping centre located just outside of the Exchange Square, a major tram shop. This is a big plus for it. It has an amazing food court that has several great meal options and I’m pretty sure you’d like to titillate your taste buds with its delicious meals.

You will also find several designer and department stores, entertainment spaces M&S and Sports Direct and several other places that would satisfy every taste bud and budget. 

You might have trouble locating the maps that show how to navigate the place though and if you’re visiting with kids, it might be a bit of a task moving your kids around in the massive shopping centre.

But, it is well worth the stress and I’d recommend it anytime, any day.

Number 8 – Tour the Etihad Stadium

There are not many activities that will beat going on a tour of the home of the European football champions, Manchester City.

You don’t need to be a fan of the City Club to get excited by the prospect of visiting the stadium. 

Tell me, doesn’t the idea of touring the Manchester City stadium, visiting the changing room, or having a taste of what it feels like to walk down the magnificent player’s tunnel and sit down next to Pep Guardiola who is often mentioned in conversations about the greatest coaches of all time excite you?

Some other highlights include seeing what happens on matchday in the Home Team dressing room, with the aid of a new immersive audio-visual show, taking pictures with all the statues around the stadium and grabbing some really cool stuff from the merchandise store and being able to ask a virtual Pep Guardiola field questions. Additionally, the tour guides are just sweet, friendly people and do justice to their jobs.

It is an amazing stadium tour and it doesn’t matter whether you’re a football fan or not, you are bound to have an excellent time.

Number 7 – Play games at Virtual Hideout Manchester 

Are any gamers watching this video? I have something for you.

Virtual Hideout is a virtual reality gaming centre located right in the heart of Manchester. Visitors get the chance to experience room-scale virtual reality gaming with over 100 different games and experiences. You get to experience these games and challenges on the HTC Give and Oculus Rift headsets.

What’s better? The VR host will tailor the gaming sessions to your gaming needs so you can enjoy your session to the fullest. In other words, it doesn’t matter if you are a novice or an experienced gamer, you don’t have to worry about enjoying yourself. The virtual reality experiences have varying levels of difficulty and different challenges within each game but none that you can’t scale because you will always have someone to guide you in any way possible.

I really cannot recommend this place enough!

Number 6 – Visit Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing 

Your stay in Manchester cannot be complete if you do not experience the thrill of the Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing. This is a fun and games centre where you can enjoy a satisfying time with friends or colleagues in a cosy environment.

Now to the game itself, you get to sling axes. You know, you take aim and have a go, either hitting the bullseye and getting those heartwarming cheers from friends or not.

There are experienced throwing coaches to guide you, just in case you’ve never done anything like that before. Just give them a few minutes and they will have you throwing your axe like a pro.

When you’re not throwing axes, you can grab some pizza (vegan option is available), drinks from the well-stocked bar or just dance and socialise.

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Number 5 – Explore Chinatown

Home to the city’s Chinese community, Chinatown is a very special neighbourhood. It is one of the largest Chinese settlements out of China and just like with several other Chinatowns all over the world, you’ll see a bit of China in everything – On the architecture found around the neighbourhood and their businesses. You will always find the splashes of their familiar red trademark colour.

Manchester’s Chinatown is the second largest in the UK and the third largest in the whole of Europe. It also certainly ranks among the best in terms of rich experience for visitors. There are authentic Chinese restaurants where you can dine on good Chinese meals, supermarkets where you can learn a whole lot just by walking around, and a couple of casinos and markets where you can gather everything you need for a good Chinese meal.

And oh, their famous arch is a must-see.

Number 4 – Go racing at Team Sport Indoor Go Kart Manchester  Victoria

Now for some activities to get you going really fast. 

Welcome to the incredible Multi-Level circuit located under the Manchester Arena Car Park! With a track stretching over 550 metres, your time at this karting venue is bound to be an absolute blast. Taking on all 15 bends, feeling the rush as you speed over the flyover, and outmanoeuvring your competitors to win is nothing short of fantastic. Oh, and the electric carts add a different kind of adrenaline surge!

The Team Sport crew is super informative, very professional, and ensures the safety of guests all through their karting adventure. 

One thing you’d surely not regret doing in Manchester is paying this place a visit.

Number 3 – Have a fun time at Manchester Two Three Five Casino 

The Manchester Two Three Five is an entertainment complex with everything you need for a mind-blowing night. Located in the Great Northern Warehouse in Manchester city centre, they offer the best casino games around. They also have a dedicated Poker Lounge, the top-rated James Martin Manchester restaurant, stylish bars which are open all night, and several exciting live events, including big names like Matt Goss and ABC, which serve to keep the crowd of visitors entertained always.

Have I talked about customer service yet? Deserves an honourable mention. They are the very best. The door and reception staff are amazing. They’d instantly put you at ease the moment you stepped past the doors with their warm smile and attitude. It is a very nice place to chill and have fun.

Number 2 – Grab a burrito at Street Food Market, Piccadilly.

There are not many things that can put you in good spirits as much as strolling through this lively food market right next to Piccadilly Park. There are different food cultures duly represented amongst the market stalls but Burrito Express, the undisputed champion of burritos in Manchester stands out. They aren’t just your average burrito; they are the tastiest you can have. It is perhaps the fact that these burritos are very large for the price or maybe the fact that it is packed full of flavours. Or maybe it is the owners charm – friendly and with a lot of jokes up his sleeves.

If you are a foodie, then you’d better add the street food market to your itinerary.

At the number 1 spot, we have Printworks

It is the heart of Manchester’s vibrant retail district. It is a huge entertainment hub next to the AO-Arena, the National Football Museum, and the Arndale Centre. It’s the go-to spot for people looking to have an unforgettable Manchester experience. 

Do you know the best part? They are open seven days a week. 

No other event centre in the UK beats Print Works! The sound system is mind-blowing – you’ll literally feel the vibrations. Stunning visuals, short queues, and fair bouncers make it a good choice. Yes, drinks are quite pricey, but it’s all part of the fun experience, yeah?

This is the best time to add PrintWork to the must-visit spots in the UK for you. You’ll definitely not regret it.