Complete 14-day guide to Manchester & London & Edinburgh, UK with Top attractions and Shopping and For kids, family friendly

Day 2 starts at Heaton Park (9 AM) - allow 4 hours to explore. Take a 30-minute tram to John Rylands Library at 1:30 PM (free entry) - spend 1 hour here. Next, enjoy a 15-minute walk to the National Football Museum at 3 PM - allow 2 hours for exhibits. All locations are conveniently ordered by proximity to the city center.

Day 3 starts at Science and Industry Museum at 9 AM - allow 3 hours for exploration. Travel 15 minutes by tram (~£2) to reach Royal Exchange Theatre by 12:30 PM - enjoy a 2-hour performance. Afterwards, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~£10) to Lowry, arriving by 3 PM for a 2-hour visit to the galleries. Balance activities with leisure time for cafes and shops between each attraction.

Day 4 begins at The Piccadilly Gardens at 9 AM – allow 1 hour to enjoy the green space. Travel 10 minutes on foot to Deansgate Locks (arriving at 10:30 AM) – spend 2 hours exploring bars and eateries. At 1 PM, take a 15-minute bus ride (~£2.50) to MediaCityUK for a 90-minute visit to its attractions and waterfront. Enjoy a balanced mix of leisure and activity throughout the day.

Day 5 starts at The Trafford Centre (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 4 hours for shopping and lunch. Travel approximately 15 minutes by taxi (~£10) to Eden for 1:30 PM - spend 2 hours enjoying the exhibits. Finally, take a 10-minute taxi ride (~£8) to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre, arriving at 4 PM for a fun 2-hour visit.

Start your day at Inflata Nation Inflatable Theme Park Manchester at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for fun. Take a 10-minute taxi ride (~£10) to The Crystal Maze, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 90-minute adventure. At 1:30 PM, head to Whalley Range via a 15-minute taxi (~£15) for a relaxing hour in the park. All attractions are conveniently ordered by proximity to the city center.

Start your day at Saint Ann's Church at 9 AM for 30 minutes (free entry). Walk to Albert Square, just 5 minutes away, and enjoy the iconic surroundings for 1 hour until 10:45 AM. Next, head to The Bridgewater Hall, an 8-minute walk, for a 2-hour visit starting at 11:30 AM. Total travel cost: free on foot.

Day 8 starts at Victoria Baths at 9 AM - allow 1.5 hours to explore the restored Edwardian swimming baths. Take a 10-minute taxi ride (~£10) to Manchester Central Convention Complex for a 2-hour visit starting at 11 AM. Afterward, enjoy a quick 5-minute taxi ride (~£5) to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre at 1:30 PM, allowing 2 hours for fun. The ordered attractions are conveniently near the city center.

Day 9 starts at Play Factore at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for fun activities. Next, take a short 10-minute taxi ride (~£10) to The Snow Centre Manchester at 11:30 AM for 3 hours of snow fun. Conclude your day at The Trafford Centre at 3 PM, a 15-minute taxi ride (~£10), where you can shop and dine for 4 hours.

Day 10 starts at Dunham Massey (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore the estate and gardens. Head to Ordsall Hall at 12:30 PM, a 25-minute taxi ride (~£15), and spend 2 hours discovering the historical house. Conclude your day at SEA LIFE Manchester at 3 PM, a 15-minute trip by taxi (~£10), allowing 2 hours for the aquarium experience.

Day 1 starts at The British Museum at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore. Travel to Covent Garden at 12:30 PM via a 15-minute Tube ride (~£3). Enjoy shopping and dining here for 2 hours. At 3 PM, head to the Tower of London, which is a 20-minute Tube ride (~£3) from Covent Garden, and spend 4 hours discovering its history.

Day 2 starts at Hamleys (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours to explore. Take a 10-minute walk to Kensington Gardens (11:30 AM) for an hour of leisure. Afterward, take a 15-minute bus ride (~£1.50) to the Natural History Museum, arriving around 1 PM - spend 3 hours there.

Day 1 starts at Edinburgh Castle (closest to city center) at 9 AM - allow 2 hours for exploration. Travel 10 minutes by foot to The Real Mary King's Close, arriving by 11:30 AM for a 90-minute guided tour. After, enjoy a 15-minute walk to Arthur's Seat, starting at 1:30 PM - allow 2 hours for hiking and enjoying views.

Day 2 starts at the National Museum of Scotland at 9 AM - allow 3 hours to explore. Take a 15-minute walk to Princes Street, arriving at 12:30 PM for lunch and shopping (1.5 hours). Finally, stroll for 10 minutes to George Street by 2:30 PM - enjoy 2 hours of leisure at cafes and boutiques. Travel costs for public transport typically are around £2.50 for a single ride.