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Manchester Town Hall

Lloyd St, Manchester M60 2LA, England
0871 222 8223
As featured in 3 days in Manchester
Ranked #4 of 85 attractions in Manchester
4.5 of 5 stars 116 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Architectural Buildings
Fee: Yes
Owner description: 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,...... more » Owner description: 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. « less
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Manchester, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
58 reviews 58 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Don't be shy walk in and have a look its worth it! More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW
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If possible, get on one of the tours offered by the tourist office - see all the special rarely seen spots of this fantastic building. More

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See 3 more reviews by Graham H for Manchester
Derry, Galway, Ireland
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

We travelled over from Ireland for a man city game and decided to do a bit of sightseeing this attraction is very interesting and its good to get to know parts of the city , a lovely building i would recommend a visit for sure. More

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See 3 more reviews by Taracoleman_11 for Manchester
Manchester
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

A magnificent building. Huge spaces with history and ornate design, inside and out. Love the staircases! Seems a little dark but this is Manchester, so it certainly isn't dull! Chances are you'll visit to attend an event or a craft fair but take the opportunity, whatever it is. More

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See 11 more reviews by TheSalfordOne for Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012
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just been to the sculpture hall cafe in manchester town hall with 5 girlfriends for afternoon tea. this is a hidden gem. gorgeous food consisting of 3 delicious sandwiches each, a large freshly baked scone with jam and cream and 3 lovely cakes each, a cafitiere of coffee or pot of tea which they will refill for you free of... More

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See 4 more reviews by stephanie k for Manchester
manchester
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

Its amazing that considering my work often takes me into the city of Manchester it took me years to see this fantastic building. If you get chance to take a good look round and maybe even book a tour(these are available) do so. The building is beautiful both on the outside and even more so on the inside. The ground... More

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See 4 more reviews by davidmlowe for Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

There isn't much to see at all here. You can only get into one room inside the building where there is a supposed "display" although there isn't much on display in there! More

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See 20 more reviews by Jacqui S for Manchester
Warrington, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

I'm from within 30 miles but have always loved Manchester and its history. Went on a guided tour and found it very informative. The story of Manchester- its great historicla figues and the development of the city is illustrated by the town hall.The main hall with the wall paintings spectacular, Booked for the cafe aftwerwards - I had hotpot and... More

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See 5 more reviews by Peter_GGG for Manchester
Twickenham
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

This must be Manchester's best kept secret! Excellent,mreasonably priced snack lunch in lovely surroundings. Probably because most people don't know it's open to the public. Next time would go for afternoon tea. More

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See 3 more reviews by bluegrace for Manchester
Cheshire
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

I have just been on a tour of Manchester Town Hall. Although I have been in several times this was the first time that I actually had a guided tour - it was brilliant. Our tour guide - Jean was so knowlegeable and interesting explaning all about the various statues inside and outside the Town Hall. The Ford Maddox Brown... More

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