Location: Manchester
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What to do and see in Manchester, England: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Famed for its soccer team and music scene, which has produced the likes of the Smiths and Oasis, this center for sports and the arts is a down-to-earth and friendly city. The so-called Capital of the North has overcome industrial decline, bombing (in WWII and by the IRA) to become a confident and cosmopolitan city of well over two million. It is well served by a bus and light rail network. Top attractions include the Lowry art complex, arcade Affleck's Palace and Canal Street gay village.
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1. Kagyu Ling Buddhist Centre
2. Victory Over Blindness Monument
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Dennisvdo - The Hague, The Netherlands
It’s an impressive statue for the veterans of the Great War that came back blind and had to start a new future. The location just outside Piccadilly station felt a bit wrong, could have got a better more impressive location.
3. World War 1 Memorial, Manchester Piccadilly
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By railway_chap - Glossop, United Kingdom
This is a replica polished granite memorial. The original was lost during rebuilding in the 1960’s and it was a nice touch to put it back a few years ago when the old records were found. You’ll need a ticket to look at it though as it’s on Platform 10.
4. Manchester Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,384 reviews
Manchester Cathedral has been centre stage in its city’s history for nearly 600 years. In 1421 Henry V signed a royal charter granting permission for a collegiate church to be built. In 1847 a new Manchester diocese was created and this historic church became a Cathedral. The doors are open 7 days a week and the admission is free. Do not miss one of the most interesting churches in the land at the heart of one of the most exciting cities on Earth.
Reviewed By KeithP221 - The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom
Very interesting, impressive building. Worth a visit to immerse yourself in the quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
5. The Hive
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
6. Manchester Town Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,520 reviews
This place is temporarily closed. This neo-Gothic masterpiece was designed by Alfred Waterhouse and completed in 1887. At the front main entrance sits a statue of the Roman Governor, Agricola, founder of the original fort of Mamuciam, from which the city began. The building dominates Albert Square.
Reviewed By NB1957
A magnificent building from a time when civic buildings made a statement and architecture from a time when elegance was the driving factor. This impressive building, dominates the attractive Albert Square. Unfortunately due to renovation it will be a while before the main hall is open again to the public. I am told it is not to be miseed.
7. Manchester Central Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,100 reviews
Reviewed By FarAway802113 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Since the Bankers caused such chaos and we baled them out most large town libraries have gone part time with unmanned access and little in the way of jobs for librarians.Community Libraries stood no chance with many closing.After all why educate people as they will then be more aware of how they are being manipulated ? How refreshing to see a modern busy bustling library.Although I live in a neighboroughing Borough,which has been hammered by Tory Policies,I,m glad to report there is no such evidence of Austerity in the City Library.This is what Libraries should be like.No shush we're reading as a party of Primary school pupils came with their packed lunches.It was easy for me to join and a helpful member of staff admitted the screens were temperamental so helped me with the application on the touchscreen.I was soon delving into my family history alongside a volunteer.There are banks of computers along with books and archives.A top class facility befitting the splendid Victorian Architecture.Modern Manchester,up to date with a glance back at our history.
8. Elizabeth Gaskell's House
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4.5 based on 162 reviews
Celebrating the life and literature of Elizabeth Gaskell, Manchester’s most famous Victorian writer. A hands-on experience of a Victorian middle-class house just one mile from the city centre. This beautifully restored home has spectacular period rooms, villa garden, changing exhibitions and a Tea Room for visitors to enjoy. As of 12 August visits must be pre-booked.
Reviewed By JoannaManchester_UK
Such an interesting house to visit, in such an unlikely area. Beautifully restored, loads of activities!
9. Sackville Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
A small park in the heart of the gay village, which features memorials and space to reflect. We host regular events, including Manchester Pride. The daily free tour of Manchester starts here every day at 11am, by the Alan Turing Memorial. The park is maintained by the 'Friends of Sackville Gardens'
Reviewed By David0ff82 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Often visit here when in Manchester and the gay village with my partner. During pride they have acts on and food stalls and a bar. During pride August 2019 we saw a few acts including LuLu and the women from Liberty X, such a good atmosphere. The park also has a Memorial statue of Alan Turing, a memorial for victims of HIV and a carved memorial for transgender people who have lost their lives. When there are no events it’s a nice peaceful space!
10. St. Ann's Square
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 328 reviews
Reviewed By RazzyBthefirst - Macclesfield, United Kingdom
When I visited recently the trees were full of red lanterns, to celebrate the Chinese new year I think. It worked really well. This is a lovely square that leads off to King Street, the Barton Arcade and the Royal Exchange.
