Manchester Town Hall
An imposing 19th-century Gothic Revival town hall with a tall clock tower, in the heart of the city.
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Manchester: airports, things to do and where to stay
Manchester, in north-west England, was a cradle of the Industrial Revolution and is now a vibrant city known for its music, museums and football.
Manchester airports
From the airport to central Manchester
Manchester Airport airport is about 14 km from central Manchester.
Manchester Airport
The station is next to the terminals, within walking distance. Trains run to Manchester Piccadilly (about 15-20 min) and to other cities in the north of England.
Metrolink
The Metrolink tram line reaches the airport station and runs into Manchester city centre. It is slower than the train, but stops at more places in the city.
Autobuses y autocares
Local buses and long-distance coaches, such as National Express, leave from the airport interchange for Manchester, Greater Manchester and other UK cities.
Taxi
A taxi rank by the arrivals area. It is the most convenient way to reach the city centre, though it costs more than public transport.
Manchester
Things to do in Manchester
John Rylands Library
A red-brick Gothic Revival library on Deansgate with cathedral-like reading rooms. It belongs to the University of Manchester.
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Manchester Cathedral
A late Gothic cathedral of medieval origin in the historic centre, near the River Irwell.
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Old Trafford
The home ground of Manchester United, one of the world's best-known football clubs. Stadium tours and a museum are available.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Manchester?
Manchester is served by Manchester Airport (MAN).
How far is the airport from central Manchester?
Manchester Airport airport is about 14 km from central Manchester.
How do I get from the airport to central Manchester?
From Manchester Airport airport you can take Manchester Airport (train), Metrolink (tram), Autobuses y autocares (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Manchester?
Highlights of Manchester include Manchester Town Hall, John Rylands Library, Manchester Cathedral, and Old Trafford.
Photo credits
- Manchester Town Hall: David Dixon, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- John Rylands Library: Stephen Richards, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Manchester Cathedral: Wojtek71, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Old Trafford: Arne Müseler, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, Wikimedia Commons