location.beaches.districts_subtitle
Creative area with indie shops, street art, and music venues.
Regenerated docks with MediaCityUK and Lowry theatre.
Leafy suburb with village feel and gastropubs.
Bohemian suburb with independent shops and bars.
Average temperature by month
location.payment.subtitle
Contactless dominant. Most places card-only. Cash rarely needed except traditional pubs and markets.
Best rates at Post Office branches in city centre. Link ATMs (HSBC, Barclays, NatWest) fee-free. Avoid Piccadilly Station exchange - 10-12% worse rates. Market Street Travelex terrible. For large amounts, use Wise online instead of physical exchange.
10-15% in restaurants. Service charge often included - check bill. Round up for taxis.