Manchester is a truly vibrant city - a hub for multiple industries including television, new media, PR and financial services institutions to name but a few. Aside from being a major city for commerce though, Manchester is also a leading venue for the arts with a plethora of venues from the majestic Royal Exchange to the modernist Concept theatre. With a number of world reknowed art galleries the city boasts an impression collection of works with regular visiting exhibitons. With a huge number of shops - from designer boutiques to funky independents in the Northern Quarter, Manchester is a shoppers paradise. And when the shopping gets too much you'll find a wealth of bars and restaurants of every genre - and to suit every budget! What we're most proud of though is the atmosphere that makes all of these sectors prosper - diversity, design & innovation are what Manchester is all about. For more information, visit the Manchester tourism board or sign up to the free Manchester Confidential email list.