Manchester

Manchester revels in its reputation as one of England's coolest, most cosmopolitan cities. It's a vibrant cultural melting pot, with a colourful Chinatown, a mind-blowing Indian dining scene, and one of the UK's largest LGBTQ+ communities. The neo-Gothic grandeur of Manchester Town Hall offers a reminder of the city's illustrious industrial past and serves as a striking counterpoint to modern structures in the skyline, like the dazzlingly futuristic Beetham Tower.

Many of the city’s historic mills have become independent art galleries, while grand Victorian markets host authentic cuisines from all over the world. Manchester’s nightlife is thrillingly eclectic, with all manner of trendsetting live music venues, chic cocktail bars and pulsing dance clubs to scope out. Of course, no trip to Manchester is complete without catching a football match or two. Every year, diehard fans flock to the city in droves to witness their idols in action at the Old Trafford and Etihad stadiums.