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Manchester

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Capital of the North

Unofficially dubbed the Capital of the North, Manchester is known for its influence on industry and music, as well as its world-renowned connection to sports. Also called Second City, this young, cutting-edge city is often seen as London's more manageable and friendlier younger sibling, with its multitude of laid-back shopping, cultural, and entertainment facilities. Though it once had a negative reputation dating back to its industrial past, the city now has a vibrant air, attracting thousands of permanent settlers each year, and drawing millions of tourists who use it as a base to explore northern England and North Wales. Manchester is in Greater Manchester. Plan your trip to Manchester and other United Kingdom destinations using our handy United Kingdom journey planner.
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Top tours near Manchester
Ten Lakes Tour of the Lake District from Windermere BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $72
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Beatles and Liverpool Rail Day Trip from London BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $212
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Science and Industry Museum
4.4
Duration:2​h 30​min
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The City of Manchester Distillery
4.9
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Virtual Hideout Manchester
4.9
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Whistle Punks Urban Axe Throwing
4.8
Duration:1​h 30​min

Side trips from Manchester

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National Railway Museum
York
4.7
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Liverpool
4.6
Duration:1​h 30​min
Alton Towers Theme Park
Alton
3.4
Duration:8​h
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York Minster
York
4.4
Duration:2​h

Hidden gems in Manchester

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Manchester Art Gallery
4.5
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Manchester Town Hall
4.5
Duration:1​h 30​min
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National Football Museum
4.1
Duration:2​h
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Manchester Cathedral
4.4
Duration:30​min

Museums in Manchester

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The Manchester Museum
4.5
Duration:2​h
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Manchester Jewish Museum
4.2
Duration:1​h
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Clayton Hall Museum
4.9
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Greater Manchester Police Museum
4.6
Duration:1​h 30​min

Kid-friendly things to do in Manchester

Flip Out Manchester
4.5
Duration:1​h 30​min
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People's History Museum
4.4
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Chorlton Water Park
4.6
Duration:2​h
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Rock Over Climbing
4.6
Duration:1​h 30​min

Parks in Manchester

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Hulme Community Garden Centre
4.9
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Marie Louise Gardens
4.8
Duration:1​h 30​min
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Fletcher Moss Park & Botanical Gardens
4.6
Duration:2​h
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Prestwich Forest Park
4.7
Duration:2​h

Featured attractions

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Sackville Gardens
4.5
Duration:30​min
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The John Rylands Library
4.8
Duration:2​h
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Chester Zoo
Chester
4.4
Duration:4​h
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York Castle Museum
York
4.6
Duration:2​h 30​min
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Places to visit with Manchester

London BEST FOR: Art Museum, Observation Deck, Performance
Cheltenham BEST FOR: Spa, Nightlife, Park
Cirencester BEST FOR: Outdoor Activity, Specialty Museum, Religious Site
York BEST FOR: Specialty Museum, History Museum, Architectural Building
Bath BEST FOR: History Museum, Spa, Religious Site
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