Guide to Manchester for Groups

If you’re visiting Manchester as a group and you want to be based right in the middle of all the action, you’ve found the dream spot at our hotel in Manchester city centre! Conveniently located close to many of the city’s top sights, our hotel is a fabulous choice for groups of all ages.

Located in the Spinningfields, Fazenda Rodizio provides a unique dining experience. Their rodizio dining is a Brazilian tradition which serves all-you-can-eat steaks and skewered meats, carved at the table. Boasting a wine list for the “most educated of palates”, this is the ideal place to relax in style with friends. 

Foundry Project is a fun, lively bar and restaurant located in the Northern Quarter. With an easygoing menu full of classics such as burgers, pizzas, fried chicken and tacos, this warm and welcoming bar provides an excellent pitstop on your weekend away in Manchester.

Packed full of delicious food, tasty drinks and amazing entertainment, the Escape to Freight Island is a must if you’re looking for a place to eat with friends. Located in an old freight depot from Manchester’s industrial days, this space has been transformed into one of the coolest hang-out spots in the city. 

Think bowling alley with a twist, and you’ve got Lane 7! With ten-pin bowling, ping-pong tables and karaoke, accompanied by a cocktail bar and food served by the “Fat Hippo”, Lane 7 is the ultimate spot for a fun night out with friends. 

Describing themselves as a “retreat from the modern world” Albert Schloss is a must for a night out in Manchester. From music gigs to cabaret, there’s always something wonderful happening here. You can also grab a bite here and enjoy their “Alpine region” inspired menu ranging from cheese fondue to french onion soup! 

Heaton Park prides itself on being the “biggest and best park in the Northwest” so if you’re in Manchester as a group of friends who prefer the outdoors to the city centre, Heaton Park should be your go-to.

Choose from a range of fun group activities such as rowing boats on the boating lake, fun runs  and even stargazing opportunities at night.

Just a 15-minute tram ride from Manchester city centre, The Quays in Salford are an awesome place to hang out for groups.

There’s an abundance of bars and restaurants to enjoy, plus live gigs and concerts for you to enjoy throughout the year which makes for a very entertaining night out with friends.

If you’ve never experienced an escape room with your friends, then you’ve got the perfect opportunity at Lucardo Manchester.

With at least 6 different themes to choose from at any one time, Lucardo Escape Rooms will test your ability to work as a team while having lots of fun.

Inspired by the beloved 90s TV show, the Crystal Maze Experience Manchester describes itself as the “ultimate team experience.” You and your friends must complete all sorts of tricky challenges to claim your prize. So whether you’re looking for a team-building activity, or you just want to have a laugh and do something different with your mates, this is sure to be a winner!

For a fun-filled and action-packed activity in Manchester for groups, check out TeamSport Go Karting.

This multi-level, 550m long race track lets karts ramp up to 40mph. For groups of friends with a competitive nature, this is the perfect attraction in Manchester!