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Purchasing a Manchester tour ticket grants you the opportunity to explore one of the UK's most historic and impressive cities. Renowned not only for its world-famous football clubs, Manchester United and Manchester City, Manchester is also celebrated as the 'City of Science and Discovery.' It is a thriving metropolis, recognized as the economic and cultural capital of England.
When traveling to England, take the time to visit Manchester, where you can discover countless fascinating destinations, delve into the local culture, art, and daily life of its residents. Join Mytour as we explore some of the top attractions listed below:
Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)
Housed within the world's oldest railway station, the Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) features 12 exhibition halls. Its collection includes machinery from the golden age of the textile industry, a classic 1904 Rolls Royce manufactured in Manchester, and historic aircraft, including a replica of the Triplane 1, the first successful British airplane. This railway station also chronicles the city's history from Roman times, through the Industrial Revolution, to the present day.
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
Castlefield Urban Heritage Park is the perfect place to begin your exploration of Manchester. Here, you can admire Victorian architecture, fascinating Roman forts, and enjoy scenic boat rides along the Bridgewater Canal. Other highlights include the Castlefield Art Gallery, showcasing contemporary art, and Bridgewater Hall, home to the Hallé Orchestra and host to impressive concerts.
Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral, constructed between 1422 and 1506, was not used as a church until 1847. Between 1486 and 1508, the chapel and choir were added. Over the centuries, the structure underwent numerous architectural changes and additions to achieve its current form. Renowned as one of England's most ornately decorated cathedrals, it attracts countless international tourists.
Just north of Manchester Cathedral lies Chetham's Hospital and Library, once home to priests and now one of England's oldest public libraries. Continuously operating as a library since 1653, it houses over 100,000 books, more than half of which were printed before 1850. This historic site is also famous as the meeting place of Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels during Marx's visit to Manchester.
Manchester Town Hall
Built in the Neo-Gothic style in 1877, Manchester Town Hall faces Albert Square. From its tower's summit, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful English city. Inside, you can admire Ford Madox Brown's murals and delve into the city's rich history.
Manchester Art Gallery
In addition to the aforementioned attractions, when traveling to England and visiting Manchester, don't miss the chance to explore the city's Art Gallery. It houses one of the largest art collections in the UK (outside of London). The gallery's collection includes 17th-century Flemish works, French Impressionist paintings by Gauguin, Manet, and Monet, as well as renowned pieces by German artist Max Ernst and British artists like Stubbs, Constable, and Turner. The sculpture collection features masterpieces by Auguste Rodin, Aristide Maillol, Henry Moore, and Jacob Epstein.
