Manchester, believe it or not isn’t just a football team. After travelling there recently I soon discovered Manchester has quite a few things on offer. Here are my top things to do whilst visiting there. If you’re trying to figure out the best way to get to this lively city, why not consider Flybe? Here are the best things to keep you entertained in Manchester:
1. Head up to Cloud 23 and enjoy the view. You can’t go to Manchester without checking out this beautiful restaurant and bar. Located in the Beetham Tower which is the tallest tower in Manchester, Cloud 23 offers floor to ceiling views across the city. Not only that it has some great service, food and cocktails too.
2. Soak in a bit of history and visit the Manchester Cathedral. Located behind one of Manchester’s busy shopping districts this stunning Cathedral dates back to 1215 and offers beautiful stain glass windows and ancient architecture.
3. Shop up a storm at Lowry outlet mall. This outlet mall has something for everyone and has great discounts of up to 60%. If you find you get sick and tired of shopping then there is also has you cant watch a movie at the 8 screen cinema located in the mall.
4. Have a night out on the town. Manchester is known for it’s heaving nightlife, so if clubbing is your thing hit the town and enjoy the crazy nightlife this city has to offer. Or even the local pubs are known to get a little wild. Fifth Ave pub is known for having $1 drink nights whilst playing all old English bands from the North, and is well worth a visit.
5. Take an afternoon stroll through the city. You can enjoy an afternoon walking through the Piccadilly gardens and explore the many local pubs throughout the city. Stop in at the beautiful Manchester Library or Town Hall to view some local sites.
6. Go to a football match and scream your heart out. You really can’t go to Manchester without experiencing a live match from one of their famous football teams. You can pick from either Manchester United or Manchester City. Either one be prepared to be surrounded by louds screams and some of the most passionate football fans you will ever come across. Oh and football is soccer in Britain, in case you were confusing it with the other sport.
7. Visit Old Trafford Museum and take a Stadium Tour. If going to a football match with the intense football crowd is too much, then you can visit the famous home to Manchester United at Old Trafford Museum and also take a stadium tour. If you are lucky you may even get a glimpse of the Manchester United team in training.
