13 days in Manchester Itinerary

Unofficially dubbed the Capital of the North, Manchester is known for its influence on industry and music, as well as its world-renowned connection to sports.

National Railway Museum and Lakeland Motor Museum will appeal to museum buffs. Your inner history buff will appreciate Lyme Park and Treasurer's House. Explore Manchester's surroundings by going to The British Ironwork Centre (in Oswestry), York (York Minster, York City Walls, &more) and National Trust - Chirk Castle (in Chirk). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Saltaire Village, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cartmel Priory, explore the world behind art at Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House, and step into the grandiose world of Knaresborough Castle.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Manchester day trip site.

If you are flying in from Singapore, the closest major aiports are Manchester Airport, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Leeds Bradford Airport, Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport and East Midlands Airport. Expect a daytime high around 15°C in April, and nighttime lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.