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 http://www.premierinn.com/en/manchester-hotels.html

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Cardiff, Wales, UK by shining.darkness

Paintballing – Canewood

Delta Force Paintball Canewood currently holds the number one position of 66 attractions in Cardiff according to the voters on Trip Advisor. The paintballing is set within acres of beautiful woodland and offers a range of experiences. There are six games zones which include diverse themes such as Viet Cong villages, graveyards and castles. A must do for a weekend with the lads or the ladies; paintballing is a great way to expend some energy before a night on the town.

Millennium Stadium

The big game will of course be played out in the Millennium Stadium. It’s the last game of the RBS 6 Nations tournament and the atmosphere is sure to be electric. Make the most of your time staying close to the stadium by doing a tour before or after the game. The tour includes a look at the dressing room, the player’s tunnel and also offers the chance to learn about the unique palleted pitch and retractable roof.

Doctor Who Experience

This is an essential attraction for any fans of the show. The Doctor Who Experience is located in Cardiff Bay and takes you through time and space on an interactive journey. You can meet the monsters and fly the Tardis whilst taking a virtual trip with The Doctor. Doctor Who connoisseurs will enjoy the artefacts and props which span the last fifty years of the show.

Pubs and Bars

Cardiff has a bit of a reputation when it comes to its nightlife. It’s a university town which combined with the fun loving local population means Cardiff nights are legendary. The best pub for beer is probably The City Arms, which is a stone’s throw from the Millennium Stadium. The City Arms serves a range of ales and beers hailing from the local region as well as much further afield. One of the best pubs for live music is actually the Student Unions bar at the Cardiff School of Art, called Tommy’s Bar. This is also a good place to buy cheap beer. The best pub for sport is probably The Sports Caff as it’s also somewhere you can enjoy a good range of pub grub and where you will always be able to see a screen from your seat. Weekends can get quite busy though so large groups might want to book a table.

Cardiff locals clearly have a strong passion for rugby so it’s an ideal place to visit on a rugby tour. But it’s also a celebrated city for many other reasons. Make the most of your visit to Cardiff by touring the stadium, taking a journey with Doctor Who or paintballing in the woods and then finish each day with an unforgettable night in Cardiff.

AUTHOR BIO:

Shirley Jones is a sports travel writer. She writes travel guides and reviews for a wide range of sports tour destinations such as those found at http://www.gulliverstravel.co.uk/rugby/rbs-6-nations

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