18 x Art & Culture in Manchester

Explore the vibrant art and culture scene of Manchester. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Admire the Ishinki Touchstone, a gorgeous marble pebble sculpture, or step into the grandeur of Victoria Baths, Manchester’s iconic water palace. Discover these and many more cultural gems in the city!

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18 x Best Local Art & culture in Manchester

The Makers Market

In Northern Quarter

"The Makers Market" in Manchester's Northern Quarter is definitely the place to go for alternative wares! No matter what you're looking for, you'll find it

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Lauren

Rochford

Dec 3, 2025

Chetham's Library

Oldest public library

"Chetham's Library" in Manchester, est. 1653, is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world. This building just oozes history...

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Alice

Hunter

Dec 3, 2025

Corporation St. Post Box

Undamaged by the bomb

The Corporation St. Post Box survived the June 15th 1996 bombing attack in Manchester almost unscathed. It's a small but important piece of our history...

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Alice

Hunter

Dec 3, 2025

Vimto Monument

Pay homage to an iconic drink

The "Vimto Monument" in Manchester is an oak sculpture carved for a much-loved Manchester-born soft drink made up of blackcurrants, raspberries & grapes.

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Denise

Tench

Nov 7, 2025

Ishinki Touchstone

Big gorgeous pebble

"Ishinki Touchstone" in Manchester is an 18-tonne marble scultpure that very pleasingly satisfies my inner marblehead fascination with its smooth curves...

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Denise

Tench

Nov 7, 2025

Elizabeth Gaskell's House

Literary haven

"Elizabeth Gaskell's House" in Manchester is a testament to the history of the north of England. It's an essential stop for any literature pilgrimage...

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Denise

Tench

Nov 7, 2025

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