Culture, theatre and the arts

Must Visit's

Royal Exchange Theatre

Located a short walk from the hotel is the Royal Exchange Theatre: an iconic, spaceship-like theatre-in-the-round, that provides a truly unique experience.

Housed in Manchester’s Royal Exchange, the theatre has been entertaining audiences since 1976, attracting some of the world’s most talented actors including Maxine Peake, Pete Postlethwaite, Andy Serkis and Michael Sheen.

ROYAL EXCHANGE THEATRE

 

royal exchange manchester

Science and Industry Museum

Take a look back through Manchester’s industrial history with over 250 years of innovation to explore. As Manchester continues to evolve, the Science and Industry Museum highlights Manchester’s role in the industrial revolution and beyond, changing the world forever.

From the world’s oldest surviving passenger railway station to hands-on experiences and experiments, the Science and Industry Museum is a must-visit on your trip to Manchester. This museum will surely please the whole family with special events and limited-time exhibits.

Located just 1 mile from Hotel Indigo Manchester Victoria, the museum can be easily reached by a 10-minute drive or within 20 minutes by tram.

SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY MUSEUM

Chetham's Library

At over 350 years old, Chetham’s Library is truly a site to behold. Dating back to 1421 this one-of-a-kind attraction is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world.

Combining the worlds of education, history and music, Chetham’s Library is a great spot to add to your Manchester staycation itinerary. With a large collection of books and archives dating back to medieval times, this library is perfect for amateur historians and keen readers alike.

Chetham’s Library can be found a stone’s throw from our hotel! Located just a 1-minute walk away.

CHETHAM’S LIBRARY 

The John Rylands Library

If you’re a fan of Victorian Gothic architecture, the John Rylands Library is the place for you. The breathtaking interior is reminiscent of a Victorian cathedral or castle, a quiet retreat from the bustling Deansgate.

Home to a huge collection of medieval texts and the oldest known piece of the New Testament, the John Rylands Library holds a special place in the city. Dating back to the early 1900s, this library is a must-visit.

Situated a short distance from Hotel Indigo Manchester, the library can be reached within 10 minutes by car or tram. Fancy a stroll? You can walk to John Reynolds Library in under 15 minutes.

JOHN RYLANDS LIBRARY