The best places to visit in Greater Manchester for English Tourism Week

There’s no shortage of incredible places to visit and things to do in Greater Manchester. We’ve got stunning parks and gardens, amazing theatres and captivating museums.

In the bustling city centre there’s always something going on, while every borough is home to hidden gems just waiting to be discovered. That’s not to mention all the gorgeous countryside which surrounds us, too.

In light of English Tourism Week, we’ve rounded up some of the best places you can visit in Greater Manchester. From RHS Bridgewater to Marple Locks, there’s something for everyone.

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This garden sits on the former site of Worsley New Hall in Salford, which was transformed in one of the largest horticultural projects undertaken in Europe in recent years. Featuring a number of garden spaces including The Chinese Streamside Garden, Paradise and Kitchen gardens, as well as a woodland play area and welcome building, it's a tranquil and beautiful space to explore.

Nestled in the Chorlton-on-Medlock area of Manchester, this Grade II-listed Edwardian swimming pool and Turkish Baths complex is a proper hidden gem. The baths opened to the public in 1906, but it was closed in 1993 before a major, multimillion-pound restoration project began in 2007.

Open from March to November, the building is transformed in spring for SpringFest, which sees it host music, art exhibitions, activities and a range of food and drink.

As Manchester was the world’s first industrial city, it’s only right that we should mention the Science and Industry Museum. It features a range of exhibitions and events exploring the city’s history, as well as new technologies.

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