It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s seven must-see sites in Manchester, United Kingdom.
First opened to the public in 1900, John Rylands Research Institute and Library houses thousands of books and manuscripts, including medieval illuminated manuscripts, examples of early European printing and the personal papers of figures like John Wesley and Elizabeth Gaskell. The library is also home to Papyrus 52, a fragment from the Gospel of John dating to the second century AD. © Cowardlion | Dreamstime.com
Metrolink connects more than 90 places in Manchester across four zones for easy access to the city’s attractions, neighborhoods, restaurants, bars and lounges. Stops include Imperial War Museum, Deansgate and Trafford Bar. © Cowardlion | Dreamstime.com
A walkable city, Manchester features several walkways along Irwell River, including at Deansgate. The city even offers a 2-mile circular trail to enjoy some of the best views. Walk over one of many pedestrian bridges to take in the river, including The Irwell Street Bridge and The Media City Footbridge. © Jose Alberto Barco Figari | Dreamstime.com
Surround yourself with Tudor-style buildings in Shambles Square. Within this square, find four main pubs, some offering outdoor seating in the spring and summer months. The square gets its name from a former nearby street where butchers would sell meat. © TasFoto | Dreamstime.com
Perhaps one of the most iconic spots in the city is Old Trafford, a soccer stadium home to Manchester United. The stadium is the 11th-largest in Europe and has hosted World Cup matches and the 1996 European Football Championship. Buy tickets to enjoy a soccer match in this historic stadium. © Peppy Graphics | Dreamstime.com
As Manchester’s premier entertainment spot, The Printworks includes a cinema, various food and drink outlets, fitness and wellbeing centers, interactive play venues and year-round events. The site is home to the second-biggest IMAX screen in Europe and will soon boast Europe’s largest digital ceiling. © Phillip Maguire | Dreamstime.com
Trafford Centre is the third-largest retail space in the United Kingdom, with premier stores like Apple, Selfridges, Swarovski and Superdry. The space also offers a wide range of places to eat and drink for a full day of shopping. © Debu55y | Dreamstime.com
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