The city has 2 major train station, manchester victoria and manchester piccadilly. it is also served by local and national bus & coach services, many of these services depart from the city's chorlton street bus station.



Manchester came to prominence in the 19th century, when it was at the middle of the industrial revolution. The city was ideal for the textile business because it was rather humid, as well as a brilliant supply of soft water. The city's rivers also provided water power that powered the machinery in the cotton mills. the ready availability of coal & the transportation network of roads and railways also helped it become an industrial centre. as a result, countless mills began to spring up throughout the city.

Manchester's mills are still there today, although many of them have been converted into offices and flats. thank you to the 1996 ira bomb that destroyed a lot of the city centre, Manchester also has various modern architecture, too.

There are loads of stuff to do in Manchester. From pretty park spaces to educational museums, you can not feel bored in this city.

One of the best museums in manchester is URBIS, which is a museum of urban life. The museum has countless permanent collections, as well as regular touring exhibits. recent exhibits have been on gardening & fashion designer matthew williamson.

Manchester is a fantastic place for shopping lovers with a vast range of stores that suit every taste. you'll find designer stores like office & joseph on the city's exclusive King Street, as well as larger department stores including harvey nicholls.

Shoppers on a budget will be happy to know that there's plenty of high-street stores on Market street. some of the most popular stores are facelift, zavvi & Game.

Manchester has fabulous shopping, which means that its a fabulous location to visit for a night out. From fabulous restaurants to trendy bars & sleek night clubs, there is something for everyone here.

You could begin your evening with a pint of cask ale in one of the city's unusual inns. alternatively, you could enjoy a glass of red wine or a yummy cocktail in one of Manchester's more stylish bars. after that, you could move on to another wine bar or even to a nightclub, where you'll be able to dance the night away. it goes without saying that Manchester has a vast range of clubs, which means that you are sure to pinpoint one that plays the songs you love.

If you are looking for somewhere a little more special to stay during your visit to manchester, you certainly will not be disappointed. in actual fact, the city has branches of much major chain hotels, including the ramada and the Hilton.

For travellers on a budget, you will be pleased to know that the city has numerous guest houses and bed and breakfasts too.