Manchester is globally renowned for it's football, but there are countless reasons why one might visit Manchester other than for a trip to the 'theatre of dreams', Old Trafford.
Many come to marvel at the gothic architecture of the John Rylands Library; immerse themselves in the fine art at the Manchester Art Gallery; or, to enjoy the great oudoors on the outskirts of the city centre at Hollingworth Lake, Heaton Park or Haigh Hall.
Being a diverse and multifaceted city, Manchester has something to offer everyone and whether you are visiting as a tourist or over on business, you will want to be prepared for your trip and ready with some british pounds in your wallet.
In the bricks and mortar, established, tourist attractions you'll have no problems using a topped up travel card or credit card. But as always with travelling, it's always wise to have some cash at the ready.
Ordering your foreign cash online from Travelex for delivery or if you're in a rush then picking up the cash at a Travelex branch is your best bet for convenience and getting more for your currency
You will find that you can save a couple of percent on the exchange rate margin by pre-ordering your cash. Our Review of Travelex exchange rates includes the following table that shows you an example of how much you can save online vs buying your cash at the airport.
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