Diverse, energetic and bursting with character, Manchester was the birthplace of the industrial revolution. The city has a proud history in science, politics, music, arts and is famous for its football teams. The city centre is jam-packed with unique and eclectic restaurants, bars, shops, museums, galleries and hotels.
Manchester City Academy Stadium is the home of Manchester City Women and accommodates 7,000 fans. Since it opened in 2014 it has held home legs of City’s UEFA Women’s Champions League semi-finals. It is part of a world class elite training facility and is adjacent to the Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City men’s team.
Old Trafford is the home of Manchester United Football Club and is the UK’s largest club stadium. The venue has held many of the biggest fixtures in the game including the 1966 FIFA World Cup, UEFA EURO 1996, the 2012 Olympics men’s and women’s football tournaments and the 2003 UEFA Champions League Final.