The neo-Gothic town hall building was erected in the second half of the XIX century according to the project of A. Watrehaus. The structure is built of solid sandstone, which distinguishes it from the typical Georgian era buildings. The facade of the town hall is artfully stylized "for the Middle Ages", although it lacks decorations to the real Gothic. On the 85-meter town hall tower there is a clock and a bell carillon.

In the I century AD, the ancient Roman fort Mancunium was founded on the territory of modern Castlefield, from which the history of Manchester began. In the XVIII-XIX centuries, industrial factories were actively built within the district, as the city was experiencing a construction boom. Nowadays, the former industrial Castlefield is a quiet area for walking and relaxing. Museums, galleries, lofts and bars are located in the buildings of the factories.

The area is located in the eastern part of Manchester closer to the center, it is considered the second largest Chinatown in the UK. Chinese immigrants emigrated to Manchester in the XX century. In a fairly short time, they managed to build themselves a "city within a city" with restaurants, supermarkets, numerous shops where things and products familiar to the Celestial Empire are sold.

The temple was built at the end of the XV century. The construction work was carried out under the direction of D. Stanley, who was related to the royal Tudor dynasty. The first large–scale reconstruction of the cathedral was carried out in the XIX century in the era of Queen Victoria, the second - after the Second World War. Many parts of the building are restored. For example, the unique stained glass windows were newly made only in the 90s of the XX century.

The Central Book Collection unites the funds of 22 city libraries. Rare and valuable books on medicine, philosophy, politics, history, science, art and other spheres of human activity are stored here. The oval library building was erected according to the project of E. V. Harris in the 30s of the XX century. The building is built in the neoclassical style, so it seems that it is from an earlier historical era.

The book collection is located in a picturesque Neo-Gothic building of the XIX century. The structure was built at the expense of the widow of textile industrialist D. Rylands. At first, the library housed a collection of theological literature, and later books of other genres began to appear. The most significant exhibit is the Guttenberg Bible, a rare copy of the first printed book.

The library is considered one of the oldest in the UK, it was founded in the middle of the XVII century at the Chetham Hospital. Library collections number more than 100 thousand volumes, of which about 60 thousand were published before 1851. In addition to books, newspapers, documents and valuable archival materials are stored here. The Chetham Library was created as a worthy competition to the book collections of Cambridge and Oxford.

The museum is located in a monumental building of classical architecture. There is an extensive collection of works by English artists. The gallery was opened in 1924, since then, thanks to the efforts of generous patrons, its funds have grown to tens of thousands of works of art – paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, ceramics, furniture and other items. In 2002, two additional buildings were purchased for the gallery.

The gallery is part of the University of Manchester. The museum was opened with donations from D. Whitworth, the engineer who created the sniper rifle. The gallery exhibits works of art of the XIX-XX centuries, a special place is occupied by works by Van Gogh, Gauguin and Picasso. In 2003, these valuable paintings were stolen from the museum, but the police quickly found the thieves and returned the paintings to their place.

The building of the musical theater was erected in 1912 according to the project of a group of architects. For several decades, the theater did not have its own troupe, so visiting groups performed here. In 1979, the opera was turned into a game room, but 5 years later it was returned to its original purpose. Nowadays, Opera House is one of the most visited theaters in the UK.

The stage is located in the building of the former cotton exchange, which is located on St. Anne's Square. Once there were auctions held here, but by the 60s of the XX century, the trade in cotton and textiles gradually faded away, and a theater was located in the room. Performances of various genres are held on the stage, stand-up comedians perform, concerts and festivals are held. The spacious hall of the theater is designed for 700 people.

The Palace is considered the main theater of Manchester. It is located on Oxford Street. The stage is also known informally as the "Grand Old Lady on Oxford Street". The theater was built at the end of the XIX century under the leadership of A. Derbyshire. At the beginning of the XX century, reconstruction was carried out, as a result of which the auditorium was expanded to 2,600 seats. In popularity, the Palace is second only to London theaters.

Lowry is a full-fledged concert complex, which is located on the shore of the city canal. The main hall of the building accommodates up to 10 thousand spectators, there are also two additional stages for chamber performances. There are art galleries in Lowry, where the works of the artist Lawrence Lowry, after whom the complex is named, are exhibited. Due to its versatility, the complex is able to host large-scale concerts and performances with complex decorations.

In the museum you can learn about the formation and development of the Manchester industry. In the 70s of the XX century, the building housed a railway station. A distinctive feature of the museum is a large number of interactive elements. Visitors can inspect the working industrial equipment or observe a natural imitation of the production process.

The museum is part of the University of Manchester, so in addition to storing collections, it is engaged in serious research activities. The museum was founded in the XIX century, during the XX century there was an active replenishment of funds. At the moment, the number of exhibits has exceeded 6 thousand. The Manchester Museum has a rich archaeological, natural science and anthropological collection.

The museum's exposition is quite interesting, it highlights various aspects of the political life of the city and the country. Here you can learn about the development of democratic consciousness, the life of factory workers of the XVIII — XIX centuries, the history of trade union movements. The museum contains posters, photographs, leaflets and even personal diaries of workers. The exposition is located in a building of modern architecture, built according to the project of Ts. Henry.

A modern exhibition center, which opened in 2003. Initially, it was a museum of urban life, but later changed its format due to low attendance. Since 2012, the National Football Museum has been located on its territory, where in the Hall of Fame you can get acquainted with the biography of the greatest football players, see their personal belongings and numerous awards. The museum has interactive attractions that simulate a real game of football on the field with the involvement of visitors.

A skyscraper of 47 floors, built according to the project of Y. Simpson's. The height of the building reaches 168 meters (the tallest skyscraper in Manchester). The construction was completed in 2006, it was preceded by a long debate about the need for such a construction for the city. But in 2007, the skyscraper received the title of "the best high-rise in the world". Beetham Tower houses residential apartments, a hotel and a nightclub.

A unique office building, an example of "eco-friendly" architecture, which consumes 50% less energy than standard urban buildings. This allows you to save up to 30% of the budget for its monthly maintenance. The secret lies in the special materials from which the facade is constructed. Free space is organized inside the building, which allows you to implement individual layouts.

An architectural structure of the beginning of the XX century, built in the style of "English" Baroque according to the project of G. Price. The building attracts attention with its colorful and unusual coloring. The facade is made of red and yellow brick. The window openings are decorated with beautiful stained glass windows. The building may well pass for an old town hall. Initially, there was a laundry room, swimming pools and a Turkish bath.

The garden was opened in 1917 at the expense of philanthropist F. Moss, who donated all his land and money to the city. The park occupies an area of 4 hectares, there is an excellent infrastructure for the recreation of citizens – there are tennis courts, a field for rugby and regular football, as well as cafes and relaxation areas. The flora of the Botanical Garden is quite rich – there are traditional species for England, tropical plants, numerous coniferous trees and many others.

A park in the northern part of Manchester, adapted for walks, excursions and active pastime. Here you can ride a boat, a retro tram or a horse, visit a farm with farm animals, as well as a bee apiary. There are three reservoirs in the park where you can swim, but the water in them is cold almost all the time due to the peculiarities of the local climate.

A sports arena that was being built for the 2000 Olympics. As a result, the Games were held elsewhere, and the stadium eventually became one of the most popular and visited venues around the world. The arena accommodates about 23 thousand spectators. Basically, concerts are held on its territory. Many artists and bands with worldwide popularity have performed here – Madonna, U2, Lady Gaga, The Rolling Stones and others.

The stadium is designed for 55 thousand spectators, it is the home of the Manchester City football club. At a time when football competitions are not held in the arena, it is used for music concerts. The name of the Etihad Stadium is a tribute to Etihad Airways, which has been the main sponsor of Manchester City for many years.

The arena ranks second in size and capacity after London's Wembley. According to the UEFA classification, the stadium has a five-star status. Its capacity is more than 75 thousand people. Old Trafford is the home arena of the legendary Manchester United club. The team settled here in 1910. In the 90s and 2000s, the stadium was reconstructed and expanded, as a result of which the capacity significantly increased.