Manchester is a fantastic destination for a city break, but it is also close to some of England’s most scenic driving routes. Whether you’d like to cruise through the rolling hills of the Pennines and visit the Bowes Museum, or you’d prefer an unforgettable family day out at Knowsley Safari Park, we have the vehicle to get you there. Hire the best car rental for your needs from one of our 14 Enterprise branches across Manchester, including Manchester Airport and Piccadilly Station. The process is quick and easy so why not start by getting a quote above?
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Located in England’s heartland, Manchester is a diverse and lively city that comes alive at night with a seemingly endless list of things to do and see, while its surrounding landscape offers an abundance of natural beauty.
Home to two of world football’s biggest clubs, there can be no better place to start your day out than with the Manchester United Museum & Stadium tour. Following this, just a 15-minute drive away, is the Trafford Quays leisure village where you can delve into the exciting activities offered, such as indoor skydiving and skiing, a large children’s amusement centre and adventure golf.
For visitors hoping to venture off the beaten path and enjoy Greater Manchester’s outstanding natural beauty then look no further than a drive into the Pennines. Kick-start the day’s excursion in the city centre by hiring an Enterprise vehicle at our Manchester city centre branch. Then, just a short drive down the road is Chetham’s Library. This historic building dates back to 1653 and is the oldest public library in the UK. Just a 20-minute drive further out there’s the Ordsall Hall; the gorgeous Grade I listed Tudor building dates back to 1177. It is rumoured to be where Guy Fawkes hatched the plan for the gunpowder plot and is supposedly haunted. From here, it’s just under an hour’s drive before you’re immersed in the Pennines and its array of luscious green hills and narrow valleys.
When driving around Greater Manchester and the surrounding countryside there are a few important things to note: