Find out about the history of Manchester when you take a trip to St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

A red-stoned 'cathedral' that's a treasure-store for some of the oldest and most important books and manuscripts from literary history.

A fine square to observe one of Manchester's finest buildings – or a great gathering place for football triumph. Either way Albert Square is bound to please.

During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Admired for its stunning Victorian Gothic exterior, it's the lesser-known, but equally majestic, halls inside that make the Town Hall an enthralling experience.

The Manchester Opera House has seen much drama, in its time – and not so much opera – but remains a glorious palace of entertainment.