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 York Minster and Sizergh Castle. Explore Manchester's surroundings by going to National Trust - Chirk Castle (in Chirk), The British Ironwork Centre (in Oswestry) and York (Treasurer's House, York City Walls, &more). There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, let the kids burn off some steam at National Coal Mining Museum, take in the pleasant sights at Malham Cove, and see the interesting displays at The Manchester Museum.

To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Manchester trip itinerary planner.

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. In April, daily temperatures in Manchester can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel back home.