While Openshaw might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Monastery and National Cycling Centre.

You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Chorlton-on-Medlock. You might want to make time for a stop at Contact or Manchester Museum.

While you're in Bradford, take in top sights like Co-op Live Arena and jump on the metro at Etihad Campus Tram Stop to see more of the city.

While you're in New Islington, take in top sights like Rochdale Canal and jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.

If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

Though Ancoats might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.