There are many family things to do in Manchester. Whatever your children enjoy – there are some great places to visit and explore across the city.
Jump on the Metrolink and head into the city for many free attractions. Take your pick from a number of super family-friendly museums, art galleries and libraries.
Interesting and hands-on, the Science and Industry Museum host excellent exhibitions -there’s plenty for all ages to do. The Manchester Museum, the National Football Museum, The Whitworth and Greater Manchester Police Museum are all great free days out too.
Z-arts and HOME offer a delightful programme of family screenings, workshops and performance throughout the year too. With a range of family-friendly sports sessions on offer at local leisure centres and regular workshops at Manchester’s libraries, there are many ways to have fun and spend quality time together.
Z Arts is now open. Visits must be booked in advance.
The Science and Industry Museum will reopen from Wednesday 19 May 2021. Please book your visit in advance.
The first hour of every weekday is reserved for people aged over 60.
The National Football Museum will reopen from Thursday 27th May.
City Centre
From 19 May until Sunday Apr 24 2022
10:00am - 4:00pm
Hulme
From 28 May until Saturday Sep 4 2021
10:00am - 2:30pm
Blackley
From 1 Jun until Thursday Sep 21 2023
9:00am - 8:00pm
