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Manchester

a vibrant destination

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Attending a conference in Manchester

You’ve registered for the event and now planning how to make the most of your trip to Manchester.

We can’t wait to welcome you to our wonderful city of Manchester, a place that prides itself on being friendly and inviting. It's easily accessible with its great transport links, and navigating the city once you're here couldn't be easier with its large transport network that spans the entire city region.

There’s so much to see and do here! Known as the capital of the North for its sporting legends, musical talent, cultural offering and its bustling nightlife, make sure you take the time to explore what makes this city so special to the people who live here. Check out things to do while you're here or find out what's on, and make sure your accommodation is sorted too. Experience some of Manchester's finest cuisine

Find heaps of inspiration for your visit on this page and why not follow @visit_mcr on twitter for the latest information.

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Staybridge Suites Manchester

The Longer you stay the less you pay at our modern extended stay hotel, next to Alliance Manchester Business School on the Manchester University Campus.
Manchester Marriott Victoria & Albert Hotel

Enjoy the historical charm of this hotel, set on the banks of the River Irwell.
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The Midland Hotel

This historic Edwardian hotel is set in the heart of Manchester within minutes of major road networks and rail links with direct services from London and Edinburgh.
What’s On
Manchester Pride Big Weekend

Incorporating The Big Weekend at Manchester's world famous Gay Village, The Manchester Pride Parade on the streets of the City Centre and The Candlelit Vigil in Sackville Park.
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Wonder Women 2018

Manchester's feminist festival highlighting the feminist journey, via 10 days of events, debate, music, art, gigs, profiles and more.
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Manchester Food and Drink Festival

Food lovers are advised to clear their diaries from 27th September – 8th October, as Manchester Food and Drink Festival has announced it will be taking over the city and surrounds for the 21st annual Mancunian eating and drinking bonanza.
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Food and Drink
Hawksmoor Manchester

Steaks and sustainable seafood from around the British coast.
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Australasia

Modern Australian cuisine combines with European, Indonesian and Asian influences.
Albert Square Chop House

Enjoy good beer, a great selection of wine and the best of British cooking.
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Things to do
The John Rylands Library

A late-Victorian, neo-Gothic masterpiece
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Sightseeing Manchester

Discover Manchester with a 90 minute bus tour. The 15 stop hop-on hop-off tour takes you to Manchester’s key sights and runs every day apart from Christmas Day, Boxing Day, or New Years Day.
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Museum of Science and Industry (MSI)

Be prepared to embark on a voyage of discovery exploring science, innovation and industry.
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