Things to do in Manchester

England's great industrial city has reinvented itself as a capital of football, music and food. Old Trafford and the Etihad draw fans from across the world, the Northern Quarter's warehouses hide independent galleries and record shops, and the legacy of Factory Records and the Haçienda still hums through Manchester's live venues. Add the Science and Industry Museum, the John Rylands Library, and a food scene running from the Curry Mile to Mackie Mayor, and it's easy to fill several days without leaving the city centre. Below are the highest-rated tours and experiences, booked through our partners.