Day Trips / Things to Do - MANCHESTER

Day Trips / Things to do - MANCHESTER

The Salford Quays are easily accessible from the City Centre by car, tram, train or bus. At the Quays you can enjoy world-class entertainment, leisure and cultural facilities. For more information: http://www.thequays.org.uk/. The Imperial War Museum is also close by and is open daily from 10am – 4.30pm, admission is free. For more information: http://www.iwm.org.uk/visits/iwm-north.

Heaton Park is the biggest park in Manchester and the largest municipal park in Europe. It has a Grade I listed, 18th-century country house called Heaton Hall, 18-hole golf course with driving range, a boating lake, an animal farm, woodlands, ornamental gardens, an observatory, a Papal monument and a volunteer-run tram system, restaurant and lakeside tea room. For more information: http://www.heatonpark.org.uk/HeatonPark/Default.aspx.

The Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour takes you on a football journey behind the scenes of the world’s most iconic stadiums, Old Trafford. For more information: http://www.manutd.com/en/Visit-Old-Trafford/Museum-And-Stadium- Tour/Stadium-Tour.aspx.

The University of Manchester Whitworth Art Gallery is a walk, bike ride or bus journey from Manchester City Centre. For more information: http://www.whitworth.manchester.ac.uk/visit/

The Wheel of Manchester is located in Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester City Centre. Sit back and take in amazing panoramic views of the city. For more information: http://www.freijwheels.com/our-wheels.php?city=Manchester.

The National Cycling Centre (Velodrome) was Britain's first indoor Olympic cycling track, and since it opened in 1994, has become one of the World's finest and fastest board tracks. The track is in constant use seven days a week and, thanks to the comprehensive programme of activities for all levels of ability, is the busiest in the world. From elite athletes to novices, the track offers sessions to anyone seeking to experience this exciting sport. For more information: http://www.nationalcyclingcentre.com/

Chill Factore - Experienced skiers and snowboarders can buy a Lift Pass and head off to the top of the 180 metre long slope. The Lift Passes are available as 1 hour, 1 ½ hours, 2 hours, 3 hours or 4 hours. Alternatively you can buy an All Day Pass, which gives you unlimited access to the main slope for a whole day, subject to availability. For more information: http://www.chillfactore.com/

Shopping

The main shopping district is a short distance from the Hilton Hotel, Exchange Square, Market Street and Arndale Centre all located within close proximity.

Relaxation

The Hilton Hotel has an in-house Spa, details can be found a http://claretys.co.uk/. Alternatively you can visit the Bannatyne Spa which is located a few minute’s walk away from the Hilton Hotel, they offer great value spa day packages. For more information: http://www.bannatyne.co.uk/spa/manchester-quay-st/spa-days/.

Served within the elegant surroundings of Cloud 23 (located in the Hilton Hotel), enjoy a sumptuous afternoon of mouth watering indulgence. Afternoon Tea at Cloud 23 blends an innovative menu with classical combinations to infuse this timeless classic with contemporary style. Their famous Afternoon Tea is served daily from noon to 5pm. For more information: http://www.cloud23bar.com/afternoon_tea.php