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 Royal Air Force Museum Midlands will appeal to museum buffs. Your inner history buff will appreciate Lyme Park and Sizergh Castle. Explore Manchester's surroundings by going to York (York Minster, Treasurer's House, &more), National Trust - Chirk Castle (in Chirk) and The British Ironwork Centre (in Oswestry). Next up on the itinerary: take in the pleasant sights at Malham Cove, look for all kinds of wild species at York Bird of Prey Centre, contemplate the long history of Saltaire Village, and examine the collection at The Manchester Museum.

To find photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, read our Manchester trip 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, plan for daily highs up to 15°C, and evening lows to 4°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Fri) so you can travel back home.