Holiday homes & rentals in Manchester

Discover all that Manchester has to offer from a family holiday letting in this lively city; play with Lego, visit interactive museums, and see marine life. Holiday rentals in Manchester tend to be spacious, modern flats near the centre of the city and close to the main attractions at the heart of the action. If you require a bit more space or if you are looking for peace and quiet on your holiday, there are plenty of homes for rent in the suburbs.

Legoland Discovery Centre is housed indoors making it the perfect place to enjoy in any weather. The Duplo Farm section is ideal for small children and includes a fun play area and rides. Older kids can get a Legoland drivers license, watch movies in the 4D cinema, and get inspiration from looking at miniature Lego versions of famous buildings in Miniland.

Right next door to Legoland, you will find the Manchester Sea Life Centre. Walk through glass tunnels to admire the myriad sea life in the tanks including cow nose rays, giant green sea turtles, and Japanese spider crabs. Learn about the conservation initiatives run by the aquarium on a VIP tour or go on an undersea walk in the ray tank using scuba gear for a unique experience.

The Museum of Science and Technology shows the history of Manchester's industrial past in a fun and interactive way. There are demonstrations, experiments, play areas, and colourful displays explaining the exhibitis in a way that everyone can understand. On the second floor, kids can do a range of fun experiments and look at the displays of aeroplanes and old steam engines.

CBBC programs are filmed in Media City and no trip to Manchester with children would be complete without a guided tour of the studio. Young children will get to see where their favourite TV shows are filmed and interact with some of the characters. The tour lets children have a go at presenting the news on camera and you can take a copy home with you.

Rent a holiday apartment in Manchester and you'll find something for just about everyone, from sports lovers to foodies and history buffs. Start your trip at The Museum of Science and Industry, a hands-on museum that details the progress of technology and its impact on the world. It is located in an old railway station, which makes it doubly interesting as an attraction.

Even if you don’t support the team, it’s worth visiting Manchester United’s stadium, Old Trafford. This treasure trove of football memories is an undeniable Manchester landmark. Take a stadium tour to see how things operate behind the scenes, or stop by the museum and take a trip through United’s rich history of domestic and European conquests.

Culture vultures can get their fix at Manchester Art Gallery, a world-renowned institution that is home to one of the UK’s largest art collections. Lowry, Turner, Renoir and Constable are just four of the acclaimed artists whose works hang in the gallery.

A Manchester holiday rental allows you to sit back and unwind, with the hubbub of the city on hand but at a peaceful distance. Earn your evening downtime by going for a hike in the Peak District, situated just 21 kilometers from the city centre. Hiking trails range from hour-long strolls to epic 90km treks. Bike rides, caves and various attractions which are fun for the whole family are also located within this national park.

John Rylands Library

Opened in 1900, this library is one of the most beautiful in the country. The special collection here includes medieval documents as well as drafts and letters from prominent local authors.

The Manchester Museum

Don't be fooled by the name. This museum houses an array works of archaeology and anthropology works, including a full size T-Rex skeleton.

Manchester Town Hall

This Victorian, Grade I listed building is situated in Albert Square, and annually boasts a world-famous Christmas market. It sells a range of gifts and food, and has an authentic German atmosphere.

Old Trafford

Home to one of the most successful football teams in the world, at the 'Theatre of Dreams' you can see the stadium where Manchester United made footballing history.

Royal Exchange Theatre

This Grade II listed building is home to one of the city's finest theatre companies. They perform a variety of theatrical shows in the round, so you could catch a brand new play or see a classic.