Manchester's Christmas Markets

Manchester's extensive and varied Christmas markets offer a wonderful selection of wares from the UK and Europe. Whether you're looking for hand-crafted gifts, sweet treats, or deliciously warming food & drink, soak up the Yuletide atmosphere of this vibrant event in the heart of Manchester. You can tailor this tour to suit your group – whether you want to visit a selection of other markets in the region, explore a stunning historic house or National Trust property, discover Halifax's Piece Hall for a unique shopping and heritage experience, or even take a trip to the dynamic city of Liverpool, there are plenty of options.

FESTIVE DELIGHTS OF MANCHESTER

Enjoy the best of Europe's Christmas produce

Manchester's Christmas Markets – over 300 varied stalls
Tailor this trip to your group's interests – see 'Alternatives' below for some of our suggestions
Use of the hotel's excellent leisure facilities
Executive coach travel from your choice of pick up points
3 nights half board accommodation

From £299
per person

based on two sharing in a twin/double room, with a minimum of 35 passengers travelling

Best time to go

November, December

Suggested Hotel

Mercure Norton Grange Hotel & Spa

Beautiful 4-star hotel set in its own tranquil grounds
Conveniently located just outside the centre of Manchester
Contemporary and comfortable rooms
Elegant common areas, perfect for socialising as a group
Excellent spa facilities, including a heated pool & thermal suite
The perfect place to relax after a day of touring the area

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Attractions:

Manchester's Christmas Markets

Manchester's Christmas markets provide a great variety, with over 300 festively festooned chalets across the city centre. The market centres around Albert Square, Manchester's Gothic heart, backed by the iconic Town Hall.

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Alternatives

Fancy a shorter trip?

2 night tours are also available; contact us for more information.

The Lowry

This bold building, located on the waterfront of Manchester’s Salford Quays, is home to theatres, galleries and places to eat. It hosts an extensive curated collection of works by LS Lowry, as well as changing exhibitions by artists of international renown.

Tatton Park (NT)

Tatton Park is a wonderful historic estate, at the centre of which is an opulent neo-classical mansion packed with extensive and diverse collections. The collections reflect the changing tastes of generations of the Egerton family, with ceramics, paintings, books and an unrivalled display of Gillows furniture. The library is considered one of the finest in the National Trust.

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