Manchester, Great Britain

Destination Guides and Travel Information to Manchester, Great Britain


ATTRACTIONS

Manchester Cathedral
Located on Victorian street, this impressive medieval cathedral is indisputably the finest representative of Perpendicular Gothic architecture. The art collection inside is striking, and you can also visit the Visitor Center's hi-tech exhibition nearby as well.

Chinatown
The city's Chinatown is the also the country's largest. Recently established following the redevelopment of the cotton warehouses on the premise in the 1970s, Manchester's Chinatown will entice every visitor with its colorful oriental establishments and exuberant Chinese celebrations.

The Lowry
The highly distinguished Lowry is an exciting complex of shops, theaters and galleries that was dedicated to the great painter of industrial lives, LS Lowry. His paintings also form the centerpiece of the exhibition.

Whitworth Gallery
The Whitworth Gallery embraces massive collections of art and design of many different forms that earn the gallery an international fame. For the studious lovers of arts, the gallery also organizes lectures, workshops and concerts to enhance their exhibitions.

Manchester Art Gallery
The most famous of the city's art gallery is perhaps the collection of pre-Raphaelite paintings, but there are many more noteworthy works of art to be admired here including ceramics, sculptures, landscape paintings, and the fabulous neo-Grecian architecture of the gallery itself.

Manchester Town Hall
The incredibly stunning Gothic architecture of the town hall was actually designed and built in the 1800's, and it houses many marvellous paintings, including the murals that portray the Victorian concepts such as science, education, trade and industry.

Cheschire Ice Cream Farm
The famous dairy farm allows visitors to study about its routine up close, including the milking of the cows and the chance to sample over 30 flavors of its home-made ice cream. Once here, you can also pet animals in a pets corner or visit the cheese-making parlor.

Chester Zoo
Over 5000 animals reside in this gigantic zoo which is also one of the best in Europe. It encompass an area of around 110 acres where some of the popularattractions include the children's farm, tigers, lions, elephants, chimpanzees and penguins.

Manchester United Museum and Trophy Room
Visitor to Britain's first football (soccer) museum will get a chance to learn about the country's biggest football team's history and projects through their photographs and interactive exhibitions. Definitely not to be missed for a Man U's fan.
 

Recommended Accommodations in Manchester:

Trafford Hall Hotel - The Restaurant Has Recently Been Completely Refurbished So That It Is Now An Extra Pleasure To Dine There. We Are Constantly Looking To Provide Higher Standards Of Cuisine And To Keep The Service Helpful, Courteous And Friendly. Apart From The Restaurant, There Are Two Conference Suites In Which We Can Cater For Business Meetings And Functions, Both Business And Private. - Hotel Address : 23 Talbot Road, Manchester, M16 0PE United Kingdom

 

Thistle Manchester Hotel - Guests Can Dine In The Contemporary Surroundings Of The Portland Restaurant And Bar, Open Daily Serving A Modern British Dishes And A Wide Selection Of Drinks. There Is A Health And Leisure Club, Equipped With Plunge Pool, Spa Pool, Sauna, Solarium And Work Out Facilities. The Hotel Also Has Nine Meeting Rooms, All With Air-conditioning, The Largest Of Which Seats 300 People Theatre-style.- Hotel Address : Portland Street Piccadilly, Manchester, M1 6DP United Kingdom
 
Tulip Inn Manchester Hotel - A Polished Wooden Floor Complements Warm, Earth-coloured Furnishings And Soft Spotlighting In The Informal, Bistro-style Restaurant, Where Guests Can Start The Day With A Buffet Breakfast, Grab A Light Snack Or Sit Down For A Three Course Meal At Lunch And Dinner, Or Just Relax With A Drink Or Cocktail From The Bar. The Health Conscious Need Not Miss Out On Their Daily Workout As All Guests Are Offered Discounted Access To An Affiliated Fitness Centre Just A Five-minute Walk Away.
 
Whitehall Hotel - Guests Can Explore The Four-acre Gardens And The Hiking And Biking Trails In The Surrounding Wooded Areas, Before Relaxing With A Glass Of Mulled Wine In Front Of The Fireplace. In The Summer, Guests Can Enjoy Barbecues And Picnics In The Spacious Gardens. The Hotel Has An Onsite Restaurant And Bar. The Rose Room Offers Traditional English And French Cuisine; Specialities Include Roast Goosnargh Duck And Chef's Chocolate Torte, Accompanied By An Extensive Wine List.
 


 


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