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Etihad Stadium
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Etihad Stadium
Etihad Stadium is the home ground of Manchester City. It's the fourth-largest stadium in the Premier League, and on the other side of the city from Old Trafford, the second-largest stadium in the Premiership. That's right: Manchester has two stadiums in the top-five biggest in the country. It's a football-mad town!
SEA LIFE Manchester
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SEA LIFE Manchester
SEA LIFE Manchester is a huge aquatic attraction located in Manchester, England. You can access SEA LIFE Manchester easily via a bus connection from Manchester's biggest train station, Manchester Piccadilly. Then catch the express X50 or 250 bus from Piccadilly Gardens, a few minutes' walk away.
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester
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LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Manchester is an attraction aimed at kids aged 3–10 and families. There's all the fun of your fave childhood play-stuff, plus a 4D cinema, LEGO® models of local landmarks and rides! It is located in Trafford Centre, and easily accessible via a bus connection from a number of nearby train stations.
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester
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Hard Rock Cafe Manchester
Treat your rumbling belly to freshly prepared American cuisine and classic favorites at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester. This family favorite, musically-themed restaurant is located in short walking distance of Manchester Arena, The National Football Museum, Arndale shopping center and the Manchester Cathedral.
Spirit of Manchester Distillery
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Spirit of Manchester Distillery
The Spirit of Manchester Distillery is home to Manchester Gin, Forty-Five Vermouth, One-Eyed Rebel and Manchester Spirit Vodka. Set in the gorgeous grade 2* listed arches that sit underneath Manchester Central in the heart of the city centre, the Spirit of Manchester Distillery is the city's newest and most immersive distilling experience. Every drop of Manchester Gin and the distillery's other spirit ranges is made here, which also houses the Three Little Words Cocktail Bar and Kitchen. Explore with a Spirit of Manchester Distillery tour – taste award-winning spirits, and even become a distiller for the day through a gin-making experience.

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