Instagrammable Places in Manchester

If you’re on the hunt for the top Instagrammable places in Manchester, this city is a treasure trove of Instagram-worthy spots that cater to every taste and style. So calling all outdoor enthusiasts, culture seekers, or food lovers: Manchester has something for you.

Struck by wanderlust? Or cosying up with friends in a cafe on a rainy day? Not to worry – we’ll cover indoor and outdoor spaces. Sun seekers or night owls, we’ll be checking out gorgeous spaces for day and night too, when you’re out exploring from your thriving neighbourhood at Kampus, your no-so-hidden gem to call home in the heart of the city.

So let’s embark on a visual journey through Manchester, showcasing the city’s best bits. Have your camera or smartphone at the ready so you can capture the beauty of our northern metropolis…

Top Instagrammable Places in Manchester for food and drink

When looking for the most Instagrammable dining places in Manchester City Centre, you’ll be spoilt for choice with a plethora of al fresco dining experiences (despite being known as the rainy city). So if you like to take pictures of your food, here are some great places to consider.

Madre

Madre is a very exciting addition to the Kampus neighbourhood inspired by the team’s trips to Mexico over the past twenty years and stands as a living celebration of Mexican cuisine.

With classic dishes like tacos, pork carnitas, and beef birria, along with fresh seafood cooked over a wood-fired grill. The restaurant delivers an authentic taste of Mexico while embodying Mexican culture with music, food and drinks to create a visual treat to share with friends, as well as an indulgent treat to satisfy your inner foodie.

Nells

Nells is a hidden gem sandwiched between Canal Street and Kampus where you can indulge in New York style, thin-crust pizzas and pies, all in a delightful neighbourhood bar.

The inside space offers a welcoming open space and a sweeping bar with quick service, while the outside space demands after-work drinks, family gatherings and lounging with a beer by the water, providing a chic setting for your Instagram photos.

Perfect selfie spots for nights out in Manchester

Dukes 92

Dukes 92 is a scenic and beautiful walk along the Rochdale Canal and offers charming al fresco dining. The waterside terrace is perfect for capturing the play of sunlight on the water, and the rustic charm of passing barges is a quintessentially British experience.

Albert’s Schloss

A Manchester nightlife institution, Albert’s Schloss is a Bavarian-inspired beer hall with a lively ambience.

Sip on craft beers, and indulge in a delectable menu full of hearty Bavarian classics and inventive modern dishes beneath vaulted ceilings, chandeliers and skyward DJs, which all create a stunning visual backdrop for a night out.

As a hub for nightlife, it has earned its place as a must-visit destination in the city, where residents and visitors alike come together to dance on long tables and revel in the city’s dynamic energy.

Oast House

In Spinningfields, the Oast House boasts a large outdoor terrace with wooden benches and sweeping canopies. Its broad space is ideal for capturing sunny moments and photo-ops with larger groups of friends and colleagues.

Foodie Pics for beautiful brunches in Manchester

Mackie Mayor

Housed in a renovated market hall, Mackie Mayor is a food lover’s haven. The communal dining space is a bit of us to say the least – being all about social spaces and community at Kampus – with hanging lights and exposed brick walls, providing a fantastic backdrop for your foodie snaps.

Evelyn’s Cafe Bar

This trendy Northern Quarter spot is famous for its brunch and cocktails, with a delightful house malbec which goes down a treat! The industrial-chic and botanical-themed decor in Evelyn’s Cafe Bar makes it a fabulous Instagram hotspot.

You can sit by the window and swap stories with a friend and watch crowds trundle up and down the busy street outside, or settle in with your group for a late one with a few bottles of wine.

Federal Cafe & Bar

For a brunch experience with a twist, head to Federal Cafe & Bar. Their New Zealand-inspired dishes are not only delicious but also beautifully presented in a bright and airy space, making for the perfect top-down shot of your Sunday brunches.

Eggs benedict with bacon, anyone?

Places to take the camera on day trips around Manchester

For those who enjoy adventures out and about, green spaces, towering ceilings, admiring artworks and walking through historic places, your photographs are sure to pop with this list of thrilling interiors to get lost in.

The John Rylands Library

The John Rylands Library, a neo-Gothic masterpiece, holds rare books and manuscripts and stands as a symbol of Manchester’s architectural and intellectual heritage. As you step through its awe-inspiring entrance, you’re immediately enveloped in an enchanting atmosphere, with dramatic lighting that delicately illuminates the preserved texts and creates a play of light and shadows. The vaulted ceilings of the reading room, which resemble the grand cathedrals of Europe, demand to be photographed.

The library’s reading room, with its antique wooden desks and opulent leather chairs, is a space that stands as a testament to the historical and intellectual significance of the space.

Manchester Art Gallery

With its vast collection of art spanning centuries and cultures, the Manchester Art Gallery is a visual delight. The grand staircase and intricately designed rooms offer endless photo opportunities.

The People’s History Museum

This unique museum delves into the history of the working class in Britain. The vibrant banners and thought-provoking exhibitions provide excellent material for your Instagram feed.

Manchester Central Library

Manchester Central Library stands as another architectural masterpiece, celebrated for its remarkable neoclassical design, iconic columns, majestic dome, and grand staircase. Located prominently in St Peter’s Square, this imposing structure isn’t just a library – it’s a hub for cultural events and exhibitions. A must-see for any visitor, and hard to miss if you find yourself in St Peters Square.

MediaCityUK

A short tram ride from the city centre, MediaCityUK offers a modern architectural backdrop. The BBC studios, The Lowry Theatre, and the Imperial War Museum North are all perfect subjects for your daytime Instagram shots.

Heaton Park

From the ornate Heaton Hall to the serene boating lake, you’ll find plenty of picturesque spots. Heaton Park stands out as a must-visit destination for various reasons.

Whether you prefer leisurely strolls, picnics, or boating on the lake, the park offers a wide range of activities. Families can delight in the playgrounds and Animal Centre, while horticultural enthusiasts will appreciate the meticulously landscaped gardens

It boasts a blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Its lush woodlands, serene lakes, open fields, and historic Heaton Hall provide a picturesque setting for visitors to explore.

Throughout the year, Heaton Park hosts events and festivals like Parklife to bring people together, allowing you to capture its vibrant atmosphere with festival-style photography.

Castlefield

The historic Castlefield is a charming location for capturing the essence of Manchester’s past and present. Known for its well-preserved industrial architecture, including old mills and warehouses, the canals, viaducts, and cobbled streets provide a unique and picturesque backdrop for a stroll and an excellent opportunity to showcase your journey on Instagram. You can enjoy a peaceful walk along the towpaths, which are lined with colourful narrowboats and complemented by lush greenery.

Castlefield Viaduct

If you cast your eye upwards, the Castlefield Viaduct in particular is a gorgeous National Trust sky garden offering stunning views of the city from amidst the foliage.

A 330-metre-long Grade II-listed viaduct constructed in 1892 by the renowned engineers Heenan and Froude, this viaduct served as a route transporting heavy rail traffic to and from Manchester Central Station and the Great Northern Warehouse until its retirement in 1969.

Thanks to support from private donations and players of People’s Postcode Lottery, the viaduct has been brought back into use and transformed into a freely accessible green space for Castlefield’s local community and the wider city for two years. Be sure to take a few snaps on your visit with the skyline as your backdrop.

The temporary garden is open until 2024 and the donations, feedback and ideas from visitors is being used to help shape a possible future for the viaduct. If you head to the National Trust website, you can do your part to help make this magical and storied sight a permanent part of the Manchester skyline.

Has the charm of Manchester made an impression? Your Contemporary Abode at Kampus Awaits!

If you’re looking for things to do to get to know other people and create meaningful connections, or pursue a life of adventure, Manchester City Centre and Kampus are ready and waiting for you.

If you’re setting off on your adventure alone, feel free to size up our 1-bedroom apartments. And if you’ll be bringing a friend along on your adventure, our two-bedroom apartments are sure to provide the perfect base of operations.

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