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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 94 attractions in Manchester

The University Library of Manchester provides an extensive range of services and resources to actual and virtual visitors.

Attraction type: Library; Architectural building; Museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Features an exciting interactive gallery.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Architectural building; Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Science museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Buy the latest dance floor and street fashions from young designers and second-hand stalls at this exciting arcade.

Attraction type: Mall; Specialty shop; Bar/club; Shop; Game/entertainment center; Flea/street market
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Centered around the Canal street area in Manchester is a thriving gay scene, which offers a plethora of bars, clubs, restaurants and other nighttime venues for gays and straights alike.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 94 attractions in Manchester

NB These reviews are for the Lowry Art Gallery, Theatre & Entertainment complex, NOT the Lowry Hotel. The Lowry complex was opened in April 2000 and has rapidly established itself as on of the...

Attraction type: Art gallery; Movie theater; Theater; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Part of the Church of England, this lovely, small and inviting place of worship is part of Manchester's city center, which has undergone major redevelopment in recent years.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #9 of 94 attractions in Manchester

The Riding School is run by John Shaw Equestrian Ltd., and there are a couple of new numbers for booking lessons: 07768 670 226 or 0161 747 7585. If you like showjumping, Jumping Clinics are every...

Attraction type: Educational site; Horseback riding stable
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 94 attractions in Manchester

This history museum chronicles the lives of Manchester's working people during the past one hundred years.

Attraction type: History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Tour; Arena/stadium/field
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #12 of 94 attractions in Manchester

The Whitworth Art Gallery is part of the University of Manchester. It is home to some of the UK's finest collections of art and design including modern and historic fine art, prints, textiles and a rare collection of wallpapers.

Attraction type: Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Historic home; Park
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #14 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Architectural building; Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #15 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #16 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #17 of 94 attractions in Manchester

This massive central square with its picturesque gardens is surrounded by large hotels, shops and restaurants, and presents a bustling and vibrant area of the city that is full of shoppers, business people, tourists and party-goers, day and night.

Attraction type: Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Fascinating presentation of a timeline of 20th-century conflict.

Attraction type: Military museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 94 attractions in Manchester
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 94 attractions in Manchester

Many London shows start their run at the Royal Exchange, which is considered one of the best theaters outside of London's West End.

Attraction type: Theater
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