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City guide

The city with everything

Manchester life

  1. Manchester is a city full of sport – from it's iconic football teams and excellent fitness facilities, to the cricket ground and velodrome.
  2. Some museums and galleries, like our own art gallery, offer free entry, making it easy to explore the city’s cultural heritage.
  3. Manchester’s extensive bus and tram network is student-friendly, with discounted fares and frequent services connecting all parts of the city.
  4. You’ll find quirky bars in the Northern Quarter and a buzzing club scene, catering to a wide range of music genres.
  5. If you’re planning on travelling by train regularly, you can get a 16-25 railcard for budget-friendly adventures in the North West and beyond.