Salford Quays Manchester
Overview of Manchester
The red brick buildings of Manchester are a beacon for visitors looking for entertainment and fun in a historical and lively city.
Manchester has a reputation for being a capital of music, and frequent gigs at the city's many venues, like the Manchester Apollo or the adventurous Band on the Wall, mean this reputation doesn't seem under any threat yet. However, there are plenty of attractions - from go-karting to shopping at the Arndale Centre- to keep the whole family entertained in Manchester city.
Visit Manchester
The red brick buildings of Manchester are a beacon for visitors looking for entertainment and fun in a historical and lively city.
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Things to do in Manchester
With more than 500 pubs and clubs, Manchester is well known as a great destination for those who love a good night out. If that's not your scene, enjoy a trip to the Butterfly Farm or Manchester's many galleries instead.
Manchester events range from massive concerts or cultural celebrations, such as the Manchester International Film Festival, to the more eclectic - such as the Catch the Caribbean Festival of Manchester in the summer.
Visit Manchester by train
With a selection of centrally located train stations in the city, visiting Manchester by train is nice and easy.
Choose between Manchester Piccadilly, Salford Central and Ashburys and you'll be well placed for everything from car hire to hotel booking when you step off your train.
Hotels in Manchester
Full of heritage and new developments, Manchester is the place to explore when you want everything from museums to shopping to an excellent night life and to find everything pretty much all within walking distance.
Trains to Manchester
Many travellers visit Manchester each year, and train travel to the 'capital of the North' couldn't be cheaper when booking with redspottedhanky.com. Manchester's train links run extensively throughout the UK, meaning those travelling to the city for its attractions and events are sure to find great deals on train fares online.
Trains to Old Trafford
Get cheap train travel to Old Trafford, home of Manchester United. Find out about where to go as well as useful travel information and online booking.
Add PLUSBUS
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Year of Get Up and Go
Find great things to do and places to visit all across the UK with Best Western's Year of Get Up and Go. There's festivals and theatre shows, through to museums and activities for kids. Visit the events finder for more inspiration for things to do across the UK in 2012.