The 30 Best Iconic building in Manchester

“So glad I booked the walking tour with them. My guide was Gareth and my partner and I had a great time learning more about the city’s history. TBH, the 2 hours went by really fast.”

“The Vault was the perfect amount of difficulty for us (a group of adults on their first time at an escape room) and we had a great time. Highly recommend. Great clues, fun premise and helpful staff. Only issue for me was the music is too loud.”

“Had knowledgeable staff and all the supplies I needed for a cigar social with friends. Was able to by Asylums there”

“This was our first time staying at the Edwardian Manchester, and we were so impressed from start to finish. The staff were welcoming and professional, making us feel right at home the moment we arrived. The hotel itself is stunning beautifully designed, spotless, and with a lovely relaxed atmosphere. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a perfect stay. Breakfast was excellent too, with plenty of choice and great quality. The location couldn’t be better for exploring the city, and we really appreciated the little touches that made our stay feel special. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and are already looking forward to coming back!”

“Great place original and unique interior !!! Friendly and helpful staff!!! Enjoyed our visit to Manchester and staying at The James hotel”

“My Visit to the Opera House Manchester My visit to the Opera House Manchester was an unforgettable cultural experience. This historic theatre, opened in 1912, is one of Manchester’s most elegant and iconic performance venues. With its beautifully restored Edwardian architecture, plush seating, and grand interior, it offers the perfect setting for musicals, concerts, ballets, and drama performances. The atmosphere inside was vibrant and welcoming. The acoustics were excellent, and the staff were friendly and well-organized, ensuring a smooth entry and interval experience. The show I attended was brilliantly produced — a true reflection of Manchester’s rich performing arts scene. Visitor Tips: Book tickets in advance through the ATG Tickets website for the best seats. Arrive at least 30 minutes early to enjoy the lobby and grab a drink at the theatre bar. Photography is usually not allowed during shows, so plan to enjoy the performance fully. How to Reach: The Opera House is located on Quay Street, Manchester M3 3HP, near Deansgate. It’s easily accessible by tram (St. Peter’s Square or Deansgate-Castlefield stops), bus, or a 10-minute walk from Manchester Oxford Road Station. There are also several parking options nearby, including Spinningfields Car Park. A visit to the Opera House is a must for anyone who loves theatre, music, and Manchester’s timeless charm — a perfect evening of culture and entertainment.”

“A perfect way to beat the heat on a warm summer’s day! The cruise was excellent, with an engaging, well-spoken guide who shared plenty of interesting facts. The crew were warm and helpful, and the boarding point—right under the Millennium Footbridge by The Lowry Theatre—was clearly signposted. Great value for money, offering a chance to explore hidden corners of Manchester and Salford you wouldn’t normally see, including MediaCity, The Lowry, the Imperial War Museum North, Old Trafford, and the historic Manchester Ship Canal. Absolutely worth it!”

“Absolutely loved this hotel. It is a short walking distance from the train station, easy to access. The building looks amazing and the rooms are just fab! It is a proper hotel room but very well equipped even had a small kitchen installed giving a feeling of an RBnb so you can cook your own meals if you want. Nice and clean bathroom with some nice brands of shampoo and body wash. Also had iron and hair dryer. Oh, and the view was stunning, staff was superfriendly. Wifi was quick, easy to connect and even the staircase looks beautiful. Highly recommended accomodation if you visit Manchester.”

“Great experience, Zizzi has always been an untraditional Italian pizzeria. Always having new dishes. The staff are really friendly and Rowan helped us a lot specially with the kids toys made my daughter forget about the wanting time of the order.”

“Great service, Was a little disappointed at first as what we were served did not look like the image on menu (in relation to size) however was immediately offered more- which resulted in us taking some back home. Dined with younger daughter who has the sushi bug and was a pleasant overall experience. Cheers guys”

“It is one of the vibrant campus inside the university of Manchester. Moreover, IT Support services resides in this building to solve technical related queries of the students.”

“Home of Global Development Institute (GDI) at the University of Manchester.”

“Thank you UACB, for making it possible to get into university, even without leaving my full-time job. It's a dream come true. Thank you all for the calls messages and follow-up. Moyosore Ogunmayin.”

“Used The Office Furniture Group for my new home office and the experience has been fantastic and i would highly recommend. The products are of the highest quality and the prices are really competitive. Received world class customer service from Vijay who looked after me all the way through. I bought a sit/stand desk which i would highly recommend btw, a chair and some storage units. Very pleased.”

“Excellent well run mini theatre, we love the productions they put on.”

“I had some trouble late last year unfortunately, I had trouble finding the right solicitors but I was lucky enough to stumble upon Ralli, they were wonderful from the first moment, Bradley did a fantastic job and worked very hard to help me with my problem. He was very patient and helpful throughout alongside the paralegal Wahid who both made sure I understood what was going on, the risks and the best course forward. Highly recommend!”

“I had an appointment with Matt for a matching tattoo with my partner. We both agree the service provided on all counts was fantastic. The studio is clean and has a relaxed atmosphere, everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Matt is a brilliant artist, he’s very professional, nothing is too much to ask. He’s thorough with design, placement and in his work in general, clearly having a passion for what he does. He’s easy to talk to, answers all questions you have and is very knowledgeable about his work. I’ll definitely be going back for more, can’t fault the service given by everyone in any way.”

“Susana and Julie give excellent service and advice. Best place I know for buying clothes”

“I’ve been a huge Crystal Maze fan since I was a child and this place is very authentic and true to the original game. We were a party of 4 and everyone got to play at least 4 games while travelling around the 4 zones. My only critique is that I feel like there should be some sort of prize at the end or a scoreboard or something as it felt like a bit of an anticlimax. It is quite a treat to spend so much money on 90 minutes of entertainment, but truly, I would do it again. I loved it!”

“Recently visited for some Farrow and Ball paint. Fantastic service: friendly and knowledgeable. We had a look around whilst there and saw lots of gorgeous and unique items. Very inspiring for home decor. Would highly recommend and will be returning.”

“A most magnificent building for holding Graduations for the students of Manchester.”

“I cannot thank Lucy Hart at Sinclair Law enough for her expert advice. In my experience I had contacted so many different law firms who could not help me as my ex partner lived over seas. I then spoke with Lucy Hart who was so helpful, understanding, knowledgeable and caring to my situation. I cannot thank Lucy enough for what she has done. Lucy understands and hears everything you tell her and is so warm and approachable. I would highly recommend Sinclair Law as this law firm takes a subjective approach and really considers individual cases.”

“I cannot thank Hilary enough. She has been attentive, understanding, helpful and encouraging on every occasion I have spoken to her. Her care and empathy have been a great source of comfort.”

“Came in yesterday with a group of my friends, and I enjoyed the food and service very much. The atmosphere was lovely, and they had a great music selection. We came on a quiet day so our food arrived quite quickly. It tasted amazing! Thank you to Ruby for serving us- she was very kind and patient with us! Will be coming back!”

“Homeshow event was great, at some points it was really busy and hard to see stalls but there was a lot to look at, cafe with coffee and tea, vendors were so helpful and friendly.”

“Beautiful location. First class show and amazing volunteers running the theatre.”

“Second time having Afternoon Tea here and still great. The staff are amazing. They are welcoming, friendly and attentive. The Afternoon Tea for 2 is tasty and fresh. We also ordered scrambled eggs on toast for our 8month old. He enjoyed it, as did I. It's the best scrambled eggs I've ever had. Came out hot, too, which was even better. Would 100% recommend without a doubt.”

“I came here for an event and I fell in love with the instruction of this place. I would recommend this place to someone who love ‘the energy” of the old building.”