Why visit
Manchester is industrial-revolution roots, two major football clubs, Northern Quarter's indie scene, and some of the UK's best restaurants outside London.
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Manchester at a glance
City population
600k
Metro: 2.9 million
Time zone
UTC+0 (UTC+1 DST)
Europe/London
Airport
MAN
Manchester Airport
Founded
c. 79 CE (Roman fort Mamucium)
Getting around
Metrolink trams and buses; free city centre bus loop
Signature dish
Manchester tart, rag pudding, curry on the Curry Mile
Neighborhoods for travelers
Northern QuarterAncoatsDeansgateSalford Quays
United Kingdom at a glance
Country center
54.0°, -2.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
242,900 km²
93,784 mi²
Country population
67.8 million
279/km²
Subregion
Northern Europe
Currency
British pound (£)
GBP
Dial
+44
Language
English
Demonym
British
Internet
.uk
UN
Member state
ISO code
GB / GBR
Where in the world
54.0° - -2.0°
United Kingdom
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Did you know
- Manchester was the world's first industrial city, the birthplace of the industrial revolution in the late 18th century.
- The world's first public passenger railway (Liverpool to Manchester) opened in 1830.
- Manchester United and Manchester City between them have won more English top-flight titles than any other city's clubs.
- The UK has no written constitution: just conventions, statutes, and common law built up over centuries.
- The London Underground is the world's oldest underground railway (1863).
Bordering United Kingdom
Traveler notes
- Old Trafford and Etihad stadium tours
- Science and Industry Museum in Castlefield
- Curry Mile in Rusholme for South Asian food
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Manchester
What currency is used in Manchester?
Manchester uses the British pound (£), ISO code GBP.
What languages are spoken in United Kingdom?
The primary language is English.
What is the international calling code for United Kingdom?
The calling code is +44.
What airport serves Manchester?
Manchester Airport (IATA: MAN).
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