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City break in Manchester

Posted on October 27th, 2009 in Uklondonpubs

Manchester1_Bon voyage.JPGPocas both cities have struck me recently as Manchester. This takes years metropolises English stomping and breaking molds. Aware that may sound a cliché, I made my bags and I visited Manchester as a ‘city break’. And I was surprised, damned if I was surprised.

Then you tell the travel plan, which will certainly recommend you.

A tremendous feeling of freedom just came over me set foot in Britain. Manchester is a big city, but it seems, is comfortable and can get almost anywhere on foot (or you can move in urban transport is free in most parts of the city to alleviate traffic in the center) and discover their thousand and one secret corners.

Manchester, like most industrial cities in Europe, takes years to invest in itself to show the best of the faces of those who were most degraded neighborhoods mid-twentieth century. And that was the mecca of the Industrial Revolution, is now a laboratory of artistic trends of architecture and art, a pioneer city in different cultural, especially musical, which currently has little to envy your neighbor London.

Manchester2_Bon Manchester voyage.JPGEl cultural development goes hand in its development, architectural facet of the city that most caught my attention. On the former, you surprised to learn that almost all of its museums (and be careful because they are nearly 90), are free. The second, I was amazed to see how have been able to transform those old red brick factories into modern homes, most lofts quite affordable, and with an inevitable resemblance to New York’s Soho, with the mixture of brick, steel and glass.

What to see in Manchester? Bon voyage proposed …

Museums:

Manchester Museum: a 4-storey building with 15 galleries inside. You can lose yourself among its many art collections around the world.

Manchester Craft & Design Center: Located on one of the trendiest neighborhoods in the city,
Northern Quarter, this center is the artistic epicenter of the most innovative creators.

Historic Attractions Music:

Radisson Edwardian Hotel Manchester3_Bon voyage.JPGThe: famous scene in 1966 for being one of the first concerts “electric” by Bob Dylan, the one in the audience booed him, calling him “Judas” and for hosting the first concert of the Sex Pistols outside London in 1976.

Salford Lads Club: bottom of the cover of the first album by The Smiths, The Queen is Dead, and even place of pilgrimage for Smiths fans from all over the world.

For sports fans:

Manchester City FC Tour: the City of Manchester Stadium, is one of the most spectacular sporting arenas in the country.

Where to eat? Bon voyage Guide

Panacea Panacea_Bon voyage.jpgRestaurante: this place is Manchester’s fashionable city famous for being one of the hottest spots of the moment. A comprehensive range of cuisine and the best live music (jazz, soul and very catchy rhythms) will accompany you in the best of your evenings. Do not forget to try one of their delicious cocktails before sitting down to dinner. The best thing? super chic atmosphere and its workforce, charming!

Harvey Nichols Brasserie: in the most luxurious shopping mall in the city, Harvey Nichols, is this charming brasserie where you can stop to eat before and after your purchases. It is located on the second floor of the center, allowing you to enjoy a panoramic view of downtown. I recommend you study with calm its award-winning wine list offering over 400 wines from around the world (plus, you can also order them by the glass).

Manchester 235: different for your bet most original nights. Manchester 235 is a three in one. Restaurant, bar and casino. The restaurant, located at the top of the premises, is the place to taste the dishes more ‘british’ of the city. Then you can choose to have a drink at the bar and have a good time at your casino.

Do the best drinks?

The Hilton Cloud23.jpgDesde amend the skyline of the city and its famous club, Cloud 23, the routine of its inhabitants in terms of drinks, there seems no other place to go after dinner. Located on the 23rd floor of the modern Hilton, Cloud 23 is, as I have mentioned, the local fashion in Manchester. With stunning views over the city, modern decor and the best cocktails, Cloud 23 has become one of the ‘essentials’ at night in Manchester.

Where to stay? Bon voyage offers you …

Lowry Hotel: This luxury hotel in Manchester marked tendency for its contemporary architecture (with strong straight lines coated steel and glass) and the modern concept of luxury. The best thing? their views. Remember to get a room overlooking the River Irwell from which to observe the famous Calatrava Bridge (Trinity Bridge). A plus: you have the shopping area a short walk from this lovely hotel.

Velvet Hotel_Bon voyage.jpgVelvet Hotel: a hotel concept completely different from before. Geared towards a young and modern, this boutique hotel with only 19 rooms originally decorated, is located in the Canal Street area, where during the nineteenth century many factories concentrated due to the proximity of the canal to transport their products. Today, Canal Street is the center of the Gay Village, and there you will find pubs, restaurants and entertainment in equal parts. The hotel also has a comfortable bistro overlooking the canal where sharing an impromptu meal.

In Bon Voyage, we go shopping …

Brasserie_bon voyage.jpgHarvey Nichols: One of Britain’s shopping meccas also has a presence in Manchester. Fashion in clothes first companies, beauty products with exclusive products from The Balm, själ or Alberta Ferretti and everything imaginable to get the most out shopping on your visit to Manchester. Hint: do not miss their wonderful selection of clothes from the latest collection from Marc by Marc Jacobs, K Karl Lagerfeld or Manoush.

Getting to Manchester:

The British airline bmibaby.com you closer to Manchester, and almost any city in England in just over 2 hours from Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca. See also other places where he can fly. My experience was very good flying with them, punctuality and comfort on the flight. Hint: browse the web, they often have super deals not only on flights but also hotels, rental cars, etc..

More information:

Visit the website of Manchester is the perfect portal for your getaway Diseñarte the city. They also have created routes depending on the number of days during your stay. Do not forget to consult when planning your trip as well here also find hotels, restaurants and all the city’s cultural agenda.