Manchester in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days in Manchester cover the city and the countryside. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

Football and a city tour.

A Lake District day trip.

The Peak District or North Wales.

Is 3 days enough for Manchester?

Three days lets you explore the city and football, take a Lake District trip, and visit the Peak District or North Wales.

What are the best day trips from Manchester?

The top trips are the Lake District, the Peak District, Chester and North Wales.

How do I plan a 3-day Manchester itinerary?

Spend day one in the city, day two in the Lake District, and day three in the Peaks or Wales.