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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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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…
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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…
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Manchester's second most important art gallery is arguably its most beautiful, following a restoration that saw the doubling of its exhibition space…
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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…
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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…
Chetham's Library & School of Music
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Founded in 1653 in a building that dates from 1421, Chetham's is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world, a trove of dark shelves lined…
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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…
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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…
Planning Tools
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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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Escape the city for pastures new - the seaside, historic cities, or the countryside - with the best day trips from Manchester.
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Make your next UK city break as affordable as possible with our top tips for visiting Manchester on a budget.
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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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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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