4 Best Bars in Manchester, Liverpool, and the Peak District, England

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We've compiled the best of the best in Manchester, Liverpool, and the Peak District - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.

Factory 251

City Centre Fodor's choice
This club and occasional live music venue brings the old offices of the legendary Factory Records to life with sounds ranging from drum 'n' bass to indie.

42's

City Centre

Off Deansgate, this venue plays retro, indie, sing-along anthems, and classic rock, with Manchester's proud musical heritage at the fore.

2 Bootle St., Manchester, M2 5GU, England
0161-831–7108

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Aatma

Northern Quarter

In a multipurpose, fairly intimate and stripped-back space this venue hosts club nights—from electro and live music to poetry. There's also a pizza menu available Wednesday to Sunday.

14–16 Faraday St., Manchester, M1 1BE, England
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Recommended Fodor's Video

Hidden

House, disco, and techno nights are on the roster at this club in a former mill building near the infamous Strangeways prison.

16–18 Mary St., Manchester, M3 1NH, England
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