Solo travel – the best way to see a place at your own pace, explore your own interests, and meet new people. Manchester has plenty to keep solo travellers entertained, with its huge range of things to do, places to eat and incredible places to stay. With its never-ending events calendar, solo…
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Book a North of England Rover ticket from TransPennine Express and you can use it to visit some of the best cities in the north, with four days of unlimited travel over an eight-day period. This itinerary takes Manchester as its jumping off point, with recommendations for spending a day in…
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Day 1 Morning Start your day in Castlefield. Explore the roman fort of Mamucium, the original heart of the city, where you can see the fort ruins and a recreation of what the fort would have looked like when the Romans first settled here. Make your way to The Science and Industry Museum, just on…
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Morning: Start the day by heading out to one of Greater Manchester’s many picturesque country walking spots. Rivington Pike in Bolton, Dovestones in Oldham, Hollingworth Lake in Rochdale, Reddish Vale Country Park in Stockport, all offer spectacular countryside walking trails. Find the perfect…
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All businesses mentioned in this blog are following the relevant government guidance but please familiarise yourself with our Know Before You Go page as you plan your trip to make sure that you have the latest information. When out and about in Greater Manchester, please remember to keep your…
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Why not consider doing a walking tour to visit several locations that have appeared in some of the world’s favourite films and TV shows? You’ll see where Manchester has been transformed into 1940s Brooklyn, Victorian London, Houses of Parliament, student hang outs and more. Whether you’re into comic…
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Enjoy a taste of the rich cultural heritage of Manchester, from hidden architectural gems to steam-powered revolutions. Ticket type: Adult Travelcard • Start your day at Deansgate to soak up the stunning neo-gothic architecture of John Ryland’s library, a real hidden gem. • Walk down to St Peter’s…
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Join us for family day out soaking up the laid-back vibes of South Manchester, with lots of fun mixed in. Ticket Type: Family Travelcard • Catch the Altrincham tram to Sale and head to Sale Waterside Arts Centre. There you can take your pick from theatre, exhibitions or join in the family-friendly…
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Enjoy a mixture of open space, culture and entertainment with this fun-filled family-friendly itinerary from Metrolink. Ticket Type: Family Travelcard • Make your way to Victoria and take the Bury Line to Heaton Park, Manchester’s biggest park. Visit the farm, tour the 18 th century Hall or take a…
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Greater Manchester is fit to burst with walking routes and trails, so we've put together a round-up of some of the best, with easy-to-use downloadable trail maps. Whether it's an easy family walk, a strenuous 5k or a picturesque dog walk you're looking for, these walks near Manchester mean you have…
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