5-Day England Road Trip from Manchester traveling west to Preston

Your road trip adventure in England begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Manchester has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Cathedral Gardens. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,029 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester, Fazenda Manchester. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester is La Sentidos Loca. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 602 customers.

Locals recommend MyLahore Manchester as one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,691 customers.

Manchester also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Hawksmoor Manchester. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,765 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Manchester is Flight Club Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,658 customers.

Locals also enjoy Royal Exchange Theatre. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,968 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in England!

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary National Trust - Dunham Massey. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,384 visitors.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in England, be sure to eat at Richmond Tea Rooms, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Manchester. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,025 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Manchester is the popular Browns Manchester. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,970 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Manchester is Rain Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Port Street Beer House is one of the best bars in the city of Manchester for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,146 customers.

THE BRITONS PROTECTION is another of the most popular bars in the city of Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,777 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Manchester is Trof Northern Quarter. Trof Northern Quarter has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,771 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Manchester!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in England. Today, you'll wake up in Manchester and embark on a scenic drive to Preston, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Manchester before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Manchester. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Manchester Art Gallery. This attraction is an art museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,000 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Science and Industry Museum. This attraction, a beloved science museum, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 17,320 visitors. Science and Industry Museum welcomes around 830,000 yearly visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Manchester is the stunning Heaton Park. This english country house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,059 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable St Anne's Beach. This attraction is a beach that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,027 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Bistrot Pierre. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,124 customers.

Locals also recommend Angelo's, another of the best restaurants in Preston. Angelo's is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 758 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at We Don't Give a Fork. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 611 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Turtle Bay Preston to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Preston, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,728 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Cafe Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Cafe Bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Black Horse is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 774 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in England, and look forward to more great days to come!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in England, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Blackpool. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Manchester. You’ll stay in Manchester for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Blackpool’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Blackpool, start your day with a visit to the amazing Blackpool Tower. This much-appreciated observation tower and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 16,177 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating North Pier. This pier and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 10,835 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Blackpool has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Manchester. Manchester offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular The Molly House. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,286 reviews.

The remarkable Bill's Spinningfields Restaurant is another top restaurant in Manchester we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,281 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Sam's Chop House is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,198 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Manchester, the fantastic Rain Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,928 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Café Beermoth | Craft Beer Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,517 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Peaky Blinders Manchester. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,781 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in England!

Day 5 of your road trip in England is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Manchester before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Peel Park, Salford is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Manchester. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,745 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Manchester and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in England.

You’ll then say farewell to Manchester. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in England!