So you're in the city. But who says you can't slow down and unwind? The downtown is compact, so you can walk most places, the village is a few concentrated blocks of queer heaven, and if you do need to travel further afield the transport network is excellent. So ease into your vacation. Maybe a sauna or one of the local gyms is more your style. Pamper yourself in Manchester.
Tyler Frazer
Trendy hairdresser in the village. 29-31 Sackville Street. Tel: +44 (0)161 236 5554.
Optimum State Fitness
Gym and health club in the gay village. 16 Chorlton Street. Tel: +44 (0)161 228 7800.
Basement Sauna
Large, refurbished men's sauna complex with Jacuzzis, steam room, dry sauna, lounge area, movies, chillout room, private rest rooms, themed areas and regular themed parties including boots and jocks. 18 Tarriff Street M1. Tel: +44 (0)161 237 9996.
H20 Zone Sauna
Gay sauna with steam room and rest rooms. 36-38 Sackville Street. Tel: +44 (0)161 236 3876.
Heat
Men's sauna a short cab ride from the city centre. Spread over three floors, with sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, sun beds. Wilbraham Road, Chorlton. Tel: +44 (0)161 860 6666.