Manchester

The one-time engine room of the Industrial Revolution is now driven by invention, discovery and progress; Manchester is a brilliant place to visit.

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Attractions

Science and Industry Museum
Manchester
Manchester's rich industrial legacy is explored in this excellent museum set within the enormous grounds of the old Liverpool St station, the oldest rail…
People's History Museum
Manchester
The story of Britain's 200-year march to democracy is told in all its pain and pathos at this superb museum, housed in a refurbished Edwardian pumping…
Whitworth Art Gallery
Manchester
Manchester's second most important art gallery is arguably its most beautiful, following a restoration that saw the doubling of its exhibition space…
Manchester Art Gallery
Manchester
A superb collection of British art and a hefty number of European masters are the highlights at the city's top art gallery. It's home to the best…
Victoria Baths
Manchester
Designed to be the grandest baths in Britain when they opened in 1906, this Grade II–listed Edwardian classic retains much of its former grandeur despite…
John Rylands Library
Manchester
Less a library and more a cathedral to books, Basil Champneys' stunning building is a breathtaking example of Victorian Gothic, no more so than the…
Town Hall
Manchester
Manchester's most impressive building is the Grade I–listed town hall, completed in 1877 after a design by Alfred Waterhouse. The Great Hall is decorated…
MediaCityUK
Manchester
The BBC's northern home is but one significant element of this vast 81-hectare site. Besides hosting six departments of the national broadcaster (BBC…

Best Neighborhoods
There's more to Manchester than its impressive city center. Uncover the best neighborhoods for dining, sightseeing and family-friendly days out.
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Day Trips
Escape the city for pastures new - the seaside, historic cities, or the countryside - with the best day trips from Manchester.
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Money and Costs
Make your next UK city break as affordable as possible with our top tips for visiting Manchester on a budget.
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Transportation
Whether walking, cycling or hopping on a bus is your preferred transport mode, there are plenty of ways to get around Manchester.
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Free Things to Do
Explore Roman fortifications, stroll city parks, check out street art and more: here are the most exciting free things to do in Manchester.
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