Why people love visiting friendly Astley
Enjoy the area's theatre scene, entertainment and museums with a rental holiday home in Astley. Travellers to this welcoming city praise the bars, restaurants and shopping. Trafford Centre and Old Trafford are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Astley
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Astley a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Chill FactorE (4.2 mi / 6.7 km)
- Legoland Discovery Centre (5 mi / 8 km)
- MediaCityUK (6.4 mi / 10.3 km)
- Three Sisters Racing Circuit (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Gullivers Kingdom Theme Park (9.4 mi / 15.1 km)
- Gulliver's World - Warrington (9.5 mi / 15.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Astley
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Astley is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Pennington Flash Country Park (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Heaton Park (8.2 mi / 13.3 km)
- Dunham Massey Hall and Gardens (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
- Lymm Dam (8.6 mi / 13.9 km)
- Piccadilly Gardens (8.9 mi / 14.3 km)
- Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden (10.4 mi / 16.7 km)
Transport to and around Astley
The nearest airport is in Manchester Airport (MAN), located 12 mi (19.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon), which is 20.1 mi (32.4 km) away.
Catch a ride on the metro at Whitehead Lane Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.