From delicious dive bars and brilliant boozers to chic and swanky cocktail bars with pricey drops and panoramic views, Manchester has it all when it comes to getting a bit squiffy, with something to suit every student budget.
Here's the lowdown on the best places to shop, where to eat and your gigs and nightlife are organised. We've even sorted you out with the best of Manchester culture incuding our best theatres, art galleries and museums in the city.
Ready for a drink?
A new influx of students to the city gets the pub and bar managers ringing their hands with glee so, whether you're a sociology student looking for some real ale pubs, a drama queen after a classic cocktail, or whether you just want to blitz fresher's week into one big drink fest, here's out ultimate guide to student drinking in Manchester and Salford.
