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Manchester : Michelin's recommendations

Manchester grew up out on the site of an old Roman settlement, but its good fortunes began in the 18C with the rise of the cotton industry, followed by the city’s development as a financial centre; a prosperous heritage reflected in its fine buildings Following an IRA bomb attack in 1996 a huge regeneration programme gave the city a new face. Areas like Trafford and Salford have some audacious new buildings; Manchester is fulfilling its potential.

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Tourist attractions Manchester : Things to see and do

Chinatown

Faulkner Street GB - Manchester

The Chinese Community of Manchester combined with that of Liverpool is the largest in England, excluding outside of London. The community has made the area around Faulkner Street its own, with decorations, frescoes and lively Chinese gardens, and the..

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City Art Gallery

Mosley Street GB - Manchester M2 3JL

The interior has recently regained its 19C splendour and contains a collection of the Pre-Raphaelite school, with works by Millais, Hunt, Rossetti and the famous work of Ford Madox Brown titled «Work», depicting the different classes of a developing ..

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Royal Exchange Theatre

St Ann's Square GB - Manchester M2 7DH

The Manchester cotton exchange was the cornerstone in the trade of this fibre - a building to which the city used to owe its prosperity. The pure water from the Pennines, the high water table and a large workforce also helped the cotton industry to p..

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Hotels Manchester

ABode Manchester

107 Piccadilly GB - Manchester M1 2DB

Prix Prices from : 69 £

In the heart of the city, ABode Manchester is a splendid 19th-century building with an award-winning restaurant and elegant, modern rooms. Piccadilly Rail Station is 3 minutes’ walk away. ABode Manchester’s double-glazed rooms offer Vi-Spring beds, ..

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The Gardens Hotel

55 Piccadilly GB - Manchester M1 2AP

Prix Prices from : 39 £

Overlooking the central Piccadilly Gardens, Gardens Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Piccadilly Rail Station. It has free Wi-Fi, and guests can make use of a 24-hour front desk. Each of the bright rooms has wooden furnishings, and features satellite T..

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The Portland by Thistle

3-5 Portland Street GB - Manchester M1 6DP

Located in the heart of the city centre, overlooking Piccadilly Gardens just a short 5 minute walk from Piccadilly Railway Station. The Portland by Thistle has 204 bedrooms. The hotel has had a complete refurbishment in 2010 with all rooms and public..

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Leisure activities Manchester

Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour

Retrace the steps taken by some of Manchester's greatest legends, relive the history of the unique venue, and marvel in the splendor of today's Theatre of Dreams. The story of Manchester United is unlike any other club in the world. Beginning more t..

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Hard Rock Cafe Manchester

The Hard Rock Cafe Manchester is the largest in the UK, regularly holding concerts and special events. It also boasts a large collection of memorabilia including: a gold lame jacket worn by Elvis, Pearl Jam signed Guitar, and a Natasha Bedingfield dr..

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Skip the Line and Dine at Hard Rock Cafe

Prices from : 20 €

Skip the line and dine at the Hard Rock Cafe Manchester. Experience what has made this iconic restaurant a crowd favorite since the first Cafe opening more than 39 years ago. Get Rock Star priority seating and move straight to the front of the line ..

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Restaurants Manchester

Smoak Bar & Grill

Piccadilly GB - Manchester M1 3AQ

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Michael Caines

107 Piccadilly GB - Manchester M1 2DB

Large, lively modern restaurant in a hotel basement, featuring subdued lighting and a sophisticated style. Contemporary British cooking has some Mediterranean influences. The tasting menu comes with matching wine suggestions.

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Red N Hot

56 Faulkner St (1st Floor) GB - Manchester M1 4FH

Fiery chilli and pepper infused Sichuan dishes; choose a level of spice - hot, medium or cooler. Signature dish of sliced pork with chilli and pepper. Ducks tongues, stewed frogs legs and pigs intestines are not for the fainthearted.

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Northern Quarter

108 High St GB - Manchester M4 1HQ

Friendly, modern restaurant with floor to ceiling windows. Keenly priced, seasonal menus offer classic dishes presented in a modern style. The three course 'Love Lunch' is very popular - as are the monthly themed evenings.

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Sole

37 Turner St GB - Manchester M4 1DW

Sole on the menu and soul in the basement at this contemporary restaurant set over 3 floors. Fresh, modern dishes use good quality ingredients; seafood is the focus but meat also features. Resident weekend DJ.

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City Café

One Piccadilly Pl, 1 Auburn St GB - Manchester M1 3DG

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