Rainy Day Date Ideas in Manchester

Stuck inside on a drizzly day? Don't let the weather dampen your spirits! We've compiled a list of the best rainy-day date ideas in manchester, from cozy cafes to exciting activities, perfect for keeping the romance alive even when the skies are grey. Get ready to discover some fantastic ways to spend quality time with your date, no matter the weather.

Cafes & Coffee

Manchester's got a cracking coffee scene, and what better way to escape the drizzle than snuggling up in a cosy cafe? From lattes to lingering conversations, these spots offer the perfect indoor haven for a rainy-day date.

Nùr Cafe Manchester
Cafe

Nùr Cafe Manchester

4.6

$$

Escape the rain at Nùr Cafe, with its cozy atmosphere and delicious food, perfect for intimate chats.

45 Deansgate, Manchester, M3 2AY, United Kingdom

Sugar Junction
Cafe

Sugar Junction

4.4

$$

Cozy up at Sugar Junction! Its vintage vibe and comforting treats are perfect for escaping the rain.

60 Tib St, Manchester, M4 1LG, United Kingdom

Restaurants

Manchester's got a fantastic food scene, and what better way to escape the drizzle than by cozying up in a delicious restaurant? These spots offer the perfect atmosphere for intimate conversations and shared plates, making them ideal for a rainy-day date.

10 Tib Lane
Restaurant
🍽️

10 Tib Lane

4.7

$$

Escape the rain at 10 Tib Lane, a cozy restaurant with intimate vibes perfect for a date.

10 Tib Ln, Manchester, M2 4JB, United Kingdom

El Gato Negro Tapas Manchester
Spanish restaurant
🍽️

El Gato Negro Tapas Manchester

4.6

$$$

Escape the rain at El Gato Negro! Cozy up over tapas & wine in its intimate, lively setting.

52 King St, Manchester, M2 4LY, United Kingdom

Bars & Drinks

When the heavens open in Manchester, a cozy bar is your best friend. Luckily, the city's got a stellar selection perfect for snuggling up, sipping cocktails, and weathering the storm in style.

Wood & Company
Cocktail bar
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Wood & Company

4.8

$$

Cozy up at Wood & Company, a dimly lit cocktail bar, perfect for escaping the rain with delicious drinks!

39 S King St, Manchester, M2 6DE, United Kingdom

Speak In Code
Cocktail bar
🍸

Speak In Code

4.8

$$

Cozy up at Speak In Code! This speakeasy's dim, intimate vibe is perfect for escaping the rain.

7 Jackson's Row, Manchester, M2 5ND, United Kingdom

Activities

Okay, so the weather's decided to be a bit miserable, but that doesn't mean your date has to be! Manchester's got tons of cosy and fun activities perfect for escaping the rain and still having a blast.

Boom Battle Bar Manchester Printworks
Bar
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Boom Battle Bar Manchester Printworks

4.9

$$

Escape the rain with competitive games and cocktails at this lively bar!

Printworks, 27 Withy Grove, Manchester M4 2BS, United Kingdom

Oopstay Art Cafe
Indoor playground
📍

Oopstay Art Cafe

4.9

$$

Escape the rain at Oopstay! This indoor playground offers art fun and a playful vibe for a cozy date.

1st floor, 59-61 Faulkner St, Manchester M1 4FF, United Kingdom

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So there you have it – a whole host of fantastic options for your next rainy-day date in Manchester! Whether you're after a relaxed afternoon or a thrilling adventure, we hope this list has given you some inspiration. For even more date night inspiration and to find the perfect spot, be sure to check out the Perfect Place app!

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