A Visitor’s Guide to Manchester, UK
Manchester is one of the main hubs of North England and as such, is a spectacular cities to tour. From cultural attractions to outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone in this gem of a town. Here are just a few of the sights to take in during a visit there.
Manchester City Hall, England, UK by Iris Chase
Music and Theatre
For both fans of engineering and classical music, Bridgewater Hall is a must see. The state of the art concert hall has paid every attention to acoustic detail, right to its very foundations. To prevent outside noise and vibrations from transmitting through the ground, the floor floats above the foundation on 300 earthquake proof springs. Meanwhile, theatre aficionados can make a stop by the Royal Exchange Theatre, which features some of the best of the old classics as well as a number of new plays (125 premieres in the theatre’s history!) The theatre’s circular stage means guests are never too far from the action, while the building within a building design makes the structure an interesting stop all on its own.
The Manchester Museum is definitely worth a visit, with a palaeontology collection and Eqyptian artefacts on display. For something more niche, the Greater Manchester Police Museum is a brilliant look into policing during the Victorian days, particularly the “Rogues Gallery” which looks at the types of crimes Mancunians were prosecuted for in the past. Football fanatics will also want to stop by the National Football Museum, which holds the title of being the world’s biggest football museum. Visitors will be delighted with the collection, which features, among other things, the first hand-written football rule book and the ball from the 1966 World Cup final.
A Walk Outside
While in Manchester, visitors should be sure to take a walk around the Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens to take in the city’s greener side. This complex of gardens has something on show year round, even in the winter. For somewhere a bit closer to the city centre, Castlefield Urban Heritage Park retains much of Manchester’s Victorian built heritage in a beautifully tended environment. Take a walk to see the canals, wrought iron gates and industrial viaducts.
Looking for a UK experience outside of the everyday treks to London and the countryside? For visitors, this Northern town is a must-see. With the multitude of restaurants, shops and hotels in Manchester, the city is an easy choice for planning anything from a weekend break to a longer stay.
Catherine Halsey writes for a digital marketing agency on a range of subjects. This article links back to https://www.premierinn.com/en/manchester-hotels.html
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