Manchester airport is considered a modern an convenient airport for those who don’t live in the central London area. It offers visitors a great range of facilities in a clean environment to make sure you set off on your journey in style.

If you fancy a drink prior to your flight, there are numerous bars, all serving up top tipple. Or if you want something a little more healthier there are several juice bars and bakeries where you can grab some freshly baked goods and delicious fruit smoothies. The selection of shops inside the terminal may not be huge, but you can still find everything you will need for your trip and the best thing is it is all completely duty and tax free!

They have a great website where you can find answers to all your specific travel questions. It also lets you view live flight arrival and departure times at a few clicks of a mouse. You can even book your future holiday or flight online!

Manchester airport has a total of 7 major top brand car rental companies, they are: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt and enterprise. If you have already booked your hire car you will find it located within walking distance of the arrivals hall. If you have yet to pre-book it is recommended you do so to ensure availability and that you get your first choice of car. Vroom Vroom search feature compares all the car rental companies for you, so you can save yourself time and money.

Manchester is UK’s second most populous urban area, after London of course, with a population of over 2 million inhabitants. But what is there to do in such a great city? Well, here are some good recommendations:

Manchester Nightlife

Manchester has one of the most vibrant nightlifes in all of Europe with hundreds of pubs and bars in and around the town center. It is estimated that over 100,000 to 130,000 party goers go trough the city center every weekend. Canal Street, which is situated near Rochdale canal, is one of Manchester’s most notorious night spots so make sure you check it out on your next visit.

Manchester Museums

Manchester has plenty of exposition for art lovers. The Manchester museum, one of the city’s most well known museums, host a variety of different exhibits ranging from Egyptian themed expositions to fauna, wildlife and archeological collections. Another notable museum you must visit next time you’re in town is the Museum of Science and Industry located in the Castlefield district. It hosts a variety of different locomotives and machines from the industrial revolution era. Other great museums to visit in Manchester are the Manchester Jewish museum located on Cheetham Hill Road and The People’s History Museum which recounts the history of Manchester and it’s people trough the times.

Manchester’s Music Scene

Manchester has always been known for its musical culture. Groups like the Stone Roses and Happy Mondays helped define the “Madchester” era of the early 80′s, and the tradition still lives on with groups like Joy Division and The Chemical Brothers solidifying Manchester’s reputation as the avant-garde musical Mecca of north England.

Manchester is truly north England’s capital and you’ll be sure to discover something new with each visit, so enjoy your next stay in Manchester and enjoy everything that great city has to offer!