What to do and see in Manchester, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

August 7, 2021 Terina Blouin

Famed for its soccer team and music scene, which has produced the likes of the Smiths and Oasis, this center for sports and the arts is a down-to-earth and friendly city. The so-called Capital of the North has overcome industrial decline, bombing (in WWII and by the IRA) to become a confident and cosmopolitan city of well over two million. It is well served by a bus and light rail network. Top attractions include the Lowry art complex, arcade Affleck's Palace and Canal Street gay village.
Restaurants in Manchester

1. Parthian Climbing Manchester

Bennett Street St.Benedict's Church, Manchester M12 5ND England +44 161 230 7006 [email protected] http://www.manchesterclimbingcentre.com/
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5.0 based on 424 reviews

Parthian Climbing Manchester

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Reviewed By LittleMissStargazer - Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Our kids (8 and 10) have been coming here for over a year. The staff are great with them, they give lots of encouragement, work to each child’s strengths, and the teaching is really good. The facilities are excellent - the height & size of the old church building means it’s a great & varied challenge for climbers of all ages & experience. Coffee is great too! Highly recommend.

2. Clayton Hall Museum

Clayton Old Hall Ashton New Road, Manchester M11 4RU England [email protected] http://www.claytonhall.org/
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5.0 based on 124 reviews

Clayton Hall Museum

Clayton Hall is Manchester's only moated manor house. The later part of the hall has been dressed to show the hall in Victorian times. Children are encouraged to touch and have a go at various household activities. They can also get dressed as Victorians. Afterward there is a separate cafe and shop where you can buy very reasonably priced home made refreshments. With bacon baps, home-made cakes and home-made soup usually available.

Reviewed By janet_davenport - Manchester, United Kingdom

Wow I never knew this beautiful place is right on my door step. Amazing lots of interesting things to see. All very hands on, kids able to touch what ever they wanted to see how things work. Beautiful cafe all at reasonable prices. We stayed for ages and the kids still didnt want to go home. The staff so friendly and all volunteers. Very helpful, have lots of information and stories to tell. Free entry as well. Fantastic place, we loved it and will definitely be going back for further visits. Thanks for making our visit enjoyable.

3. Belle Vue Speedway

Kirkmanshulme Lane Gorton, Manchester M12 4WB England +44 161 711 0828 [email protected] http://www.bellevueaces.co
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

Belle Vue Speedway

Welcome to Belle Vue Speedway, home of the world famous Belle Vue Aces and the Belle Vue Colts! Both teams race most Friday nights at our new, state-of-the-art home at National Speedway Stadium from March to October.

4. People's History Museum

New Ct St Leftbank, Manchester M3 3ER England +44 161 838 9190 [email protected] http://phm.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 1,058 reviews

People's History Museum

The People's History Museum (PHM) is the national museum of democracy, telling the story of its development in Britain: past, present and future. The museum provides opportunities for people of all ages to learn about, be inspired by and get involved in ideas worth fighting for; ideas such as equality, social justice, co-operation, and a fair world for all. PHM offers a powerful annual programme exploring the past, present and future.

Reviewed By 569rebeccad - Sydney, Australia

This is a wonderful place and gives a great insight into politics over the past few centuries. The permanent collection includes wonderful banners from trade unions as well as artefacts covering a range of political issues. And the special exhibition on the Peterloo Massacre really opened my eyes to this event.

5. Didsbury Park

Sandhurst Road, Manchester M20 5LS England +44 161 434 1601 [email protected] http://www.manchester.gov.uk/directory_record/89213/didsbury_park/category/741/parks_with_a_football_pitch
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4.5 based on 41 reviews

Didsbury Park

Leave the busy and hectic pace of downtown Manchester behind when you visit these lovely gardens in the suburbs.

6. Fletcher Moss Park & Botanical Gardens

Millgate Lane Didsbury, Manchester M20 2SW England +44 161 434 1877 http://www.fletchermossgardens.org.uk
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4.5 based on 342 reviews

Fletcher Moss Park & Botanical Gardens

Reviewed By Ihatethatduck - Manchester, United Kingdom

I’ve never been here before but went today as part of my daily exercise and what a stunning place. There’s so much to see from the woodland walk, the River Mersey to the amazing rock garden which has to be seen. I will definitely be visiting again when the lockdown is over with friends.

7. Science and Industry Museum

Liverpool Road Castlefield, Manchester M3 4FP England +44 161 832 2244 [email protected] http://www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk
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4.5 based on 8,047 reviews

Science and Industry Museum

The Science and Industry Museum sits in the heart of Manchester, the world's first industrial city. It houses the world's oldest surviving passenger railway station and the world's first railway warehouse from 1830, which are located at the end of the museum site. On a visit to the museum, you will see amazing objects and learn about the men and women whose ideas changed the world forever. Daily demonstrations bring the museum's world class collection of textile and industrial machinery to life. There are interactive exhibits to explore and a regular programme of changing exhibitions to enjoy.

Reviewed By laineyw999 - Lancashire, United Kingdom

Great shows and interesting exhibits for all ages Definitely think everyone should go to see this fabulous and fantastic place The thought that’s been put into it all is just amazing and will definitely come back soon Fabulous food too in the restaurant and coffee was greatly needed!

8. Castlefield Urban Heritage Park

Beaufort Street, Manchester England http://www.manchester.gov.uk/info/511/conservation_areas/972/castlefield_conservation_area/2
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4.5 based on 298 reviews

Castlefield Urban Heritage Park

Reviewed By S8480RMnicks - Millport, United Kingdom

A lovely place to have a little walk away from the crowds and the bustle of the town centre with some friendly bird life for company

9. National Football Museum

Cathedral Gardens Urbis Building, Manchester M4 3BG England 0161 605 8200 [email protected] http://www.nationalfootballmuseum.com
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4.5 based on 3,752 reviews

National Football Museum

The world's biggest and best football museum is open seven days a week in Manchester city centre. Here, you will discover how football became the game of our lives, following the stories through fascinating objects and exhibitions. Unearth the game's origins, relive the FA Cup fairytales and explore the different aspects and issues that make the game such an integral part of our culture and society. Chart the fortunes of our national teams in our new display, England on the World Stage, and see the country's footballing crown jewels: the ball from the 1966 World Cup Final, Geoff Hurst's iconic shirt and the Jules Rimet Trophy, still gleaming in its new case! Get in the game with a host of fun interactive challenges, from penalty-taking and shot-stopping to match commentary, and check out the latest changing exhibitions on the ground floor and in our Score Gallery.

Reviewed By Supermarriott - Bromborough, United Kingdom

Me and my partner and my mate went their to have a explore at the museum. The museum was fantastic and amazing in my life so the staff was helpful and friendly in my life of good services. The display was fantastic and amazing of good interesting histories and positive news like holding 1966 Jules Rimmet trophy where England won the World Cup final at Wembley against Germany of Geoff Hurst hat trick means they think it all over

10. Greater Manchester Police Museum

57A Newton Street, Manchester M1 1ET England +44 161 856 4500 [email protected] http://www.gmpmuseum.co.uk
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4.5 based on 611 reviews

Greater Manchester Police Museum

Come and visit our 1879 Police Station, complete with original cells & charge office! Upstairs we have a 1895 Magistrates Court as well displays of equipment, vehicles and evidence and on the ground floor. We are open every Tuesday for drop in visits, and Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment for group visits. During the school holidays we also open on Thursdays.

Reviewed By Dumbunny - Leek, United Kingdom

Close to our chosen hotel, we were local to this museum on its only open day - Tuesday. The previous feedbacks are absolutely spot-on, it's a super place to visit and the several ex-coppers give life to the history of the old police station; lots of stories and anecdotes, plenty of humour. Can you tell that we loved it? Go there and enjoy the atmosphere, get 'banged-up' in a cell or stand up in front of 'The Beak' for your sentence. Great stuff!

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