5-Day England City Break in Manchester

Photo of Manchester tallest building Beetham Tower, reflecting in Manchester Canal.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
Optional
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Embark on a memorable 5-day city break in Manchester, England!

Experience the ultimate Manchester city break with our perfectly planned holiday package. Let us take care of the details so you can fully enjoy all the attractions and activities the city has to offer. Whether you're seeking to discover the rich cultural heritage of Manchester or indulge in its delicious culinary scene, our holiday package has got you covered. Join us and discover the enchanting beauty of Manchester, England!

The home for your 5-day holiday in Manchester will be one of the city's best hotels. You'll choose from a great selection of places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Manchester, close to many of the top attractions and best restaurants in the city. Manchester offers excellent hotels for every budget, ensuring travelers a fantastic city break in England. You can rest assured that we will always recommend the best available places to stay in the city.

Throughout your vacation in Manchester, you'll get the chance to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the city. Science and Industry Museum, Heaton Park english country house, and Manchester Museum are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you'll find on your carefully planned travel itinerary.

Make the most of your holiday in Manchester by adding tours and tickets to each day of your trip. With plenty of exciting tours to choose from, you'll never have a boring moment in Manchester. Between attractions and activities, you'll have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in the city. Here, you can buy unique souvenirs to remind you of your city break in Manchester.

As your holiday in Manchester comes to an end, you will return home with a newfound appreciation for the vibrant culture, rich history, and exciting atmosphere of this top travel destination in England. Your journey through Manchester 's diverse neighborhoods, famous landmarks, and hidden gems will leave you with countless cherished memories and stories to share.

This travel plan is designed to include everything you need to experience the best trip to Manchester, England. By booking this vacation package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 5-day city break in England. Let the experts plan it for you so you can focus on enjoying it instead.

For the best holiday to Manchester, we offer you the opportunity to customize each day of your city break vacation in Manchester before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you'll be able to explore Manchester the way you want, at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey and a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, which includes all your travel documents for your vacation in Manchester. Moreover, rest assured knowing that all taxes are already covered in the price of your travel package.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Manchester fill up quickly, so be sure to book your holiday package in advance. Select a date and start planning your city break in Manchester as soon as today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Aerial drone view of Manchester city in UK on a beautiful sunny day.Greater Manchester / 4 nights
Photo of panoramic aerial view of Salford Quays, Manchester, UK.Salford

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Attractions

Photo of Science and Industry Museum sign, Manchester, UK.Science and Industry Museum
Photo of Manchester Art Gallery, UK.Manchester Art Gallery
Photo of Imperial War Museum North (sometimes referred to as IWM North) is a museum in the Metropolitan Borough of Trafford in Greater Manchester, England.Imperial War Museum North
Photo of Manchester Museum, England, UK.Manchester Museum
Photo of Manchester Cathedral in Manchester, UK.Manchester Cathedral
Photo of Gardening tulips at Platt Field Park, Manchester, UK.Platt Fields Park
Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomCathedral Gardens
Alexandra Park, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomAlexandra Park
Photo of the People's History Museum (the National Museum of Labour History until 2001) in Manchester, England.People's History Museum
Longford Park School
Photo of the Whitworth Art Gallery is an art gallery in Manchester, England, containing about 55,000 items in its collection.Whitworth Art Gallery
Photo of Peel Park is a public urban park in Salford, Greater Manchester, England.Peel Park, Salford
Whitworth ParkWhitworth Park
Alan Turing Memorial, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomAlan Turing Memorial
The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West England, England, United KingdomThe Crystal Maze LIVE Experience

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 5

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Rooms

1 traveler1 room
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Car
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Hotels

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Day 1 – Manchester and North West England - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Manchester and North West England - arrival day

  • Greater Manchester - Arrival day
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  • Peel Park, Salford
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Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 4 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Manchester. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Manchester has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 5 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Manchester right away.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Fazenda Manchester. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is Flight Club Manchester. With an average rating of 4.7 of 5 stars among 1,658 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 5-day vacation in Manchester!

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Experiences

Day 2 – North West England and Manchester

Day 2

Day 2 – North West England and Manchester

  • Greater Manchester
  • Salford
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  • Longford Park School
  • Imperial War Museum North
  • Science and Industry Museum
  • The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience
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Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Manchester. You still have 3 nights left in Manchester, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Manchester today is the incredible Science and Industry Museum. This attraction is a science museum and place of interest, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,217 visitors. Around 830,000 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Heaton Park. Heaton Park is a popular english country house and travel destination with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,727 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent english country house in Manchester too.

For the full Manchester experience, visit the incredible Manchester Art Gallery. This one-of-a-kind art museum is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,612 visitors.

After or in between exploring Manchester, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is THE BRITONS PROTECTION, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Browns Manchester. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Port Street Beer House. This place has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Trof Northern Quarter. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Manchester to come!

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Day 3 – North West England and Manchester

Day 3

Day 3 – North West England and Manchester

  • Greater Manchester
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  • People's History Museum
  • Manchester Art Gallery
  • Manchester Cathedral
  • Cathedral Gardens
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On day 3 of your fun city break in Manchester, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Manchester.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated science museum in Manchester, Science and Industry Museum. About 15,217 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

The popular Heaton Park is another top sight in Manchester that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This english country house is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 12,727 reviews.

Manchester Art Gallery is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Manchester. This art museum has received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,612 visitors.

Exploring Manchester's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Manchester's food culture.

Trof Northern Quarter is one of the most popular restaurants in Manchester. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Trof Northern Quarter’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,771 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Rain Bar. This Manchester-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,928 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Peaky Blinders Manchester. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,781 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Café Beermoth | Craft Beer Bar. Around 1,517 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Manchester, England.

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Day 4 – North West England and Manchester

Day 4

Day 4 – North West England and Manchester

  • Greater Manchester
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  • Manchester Museum
  • Whitworth Art Gallery
  • Whitworth Park
  • Platt Fields Park
  • Alexandra Park
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Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Manchester. You still have 1 night left in Manchester, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Manchester today is the incredible Science and Industry Museum. This attraction is a science museum and place of interest, rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,217 visitors. Around 830,000 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Heaton Park. Heaton Park is a popular english country house and travel destination with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 12,727 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent english country house in Manchester too.

For the full Manchester experience, visit the incredible Manchester Art Gallery. This one-of-a-kind art museum is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,612 visitors.

After or in between exploring Manchester, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Sam's Chop House. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Manchester is Albert's Shed, Castlefield. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,148 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Atlas Bar. This place has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,543 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at The Gas Lamp. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,116 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Manchester to come!

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Day 5 – Manchester and North West England - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Manchester and North West England - departure day

  • Greater Manchester - Departure day
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  • Alan Turing Memorial
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Your city break in Manchester is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Manchester. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Science and Industry Museum is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Manchester. This science museum and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,217 visitors. More than 830,000 people visit Science and Industry Museum each year.

If you'd rather see something else, Heaton Park english country house is a great alternative. According to more than 12,727 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.6 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Manchester.

To soak in the last of Manchester, you can also make a visit to Manchester Art Gallery art museum. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,612 visitors.

If you're looking to enjoy one last delicious meal in Manchester, consider a top-rated restaurant like MR THOMAS'S CHOP HOUSE. This restaurant is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.

If you feel like eating something else, Annies is an excellent alternative. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is TNQ - The Northern Quarter Restaurant & Bar. It has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 883 customers.

You'll then say farewell to Manchester and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from England!

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