Visit Manchester, the UK’s Most Cultural City

07 Manchester Central Library

From the outside, this iconic Manchester venue resembles a cross between London's British Library and the Royal Albert Hall. However, it was actually first opened in 1934. Located in St. Peter's Square, you'd be forgiven for walking by without realizing that you can visit the library. But you can and you should. The Central Library is unlike any other building in the city. Inside, you can wander around and take in the atmosphere or allow yourself some time in the Wolfson Reading Room.

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