subject: Fancy Hitting A City With Expedia-ie? [print this page] A UK city break can be a great way to spend a weekend, and with flights from Dublin taking less than an hour your mini-break can start from the moment you step onto the plane.
London is of course the obvious choice, but it offers so much to visitors that a mere weekend isn't enough. What's nice about the smaller UK cities however is that you can really get to know them in a few days, and feel like you take away a real sense of what the city is all about.
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When it comes to choosing a UK city to visit for just a few days, the North and the Midlands have a lot to offer. Why not choose from one of these cities?
Leeds
Leeds is great city for shoppers, with a diverse mix of shopping opportunities - From the individual quirky shops in the Corn Exchange to the upmarket stores in the Victoria Quarter. You'll find all your favourite designers in Leeds, including Agent Provocateur, Mulberry, Jack Wills, Radley, Paul Smith and many more - so whether you're on the hunt for a fantastic handbag, lingerie or a great new pair of jeans, it's all there.
Fashion aside, you'll find fabulous jewellery at Links of London and Swarovski, tasty treats at Charbonnel et Walker and indulgent toiletries at Crabtree and Evelyn and Molton Brown. All of these stores and many more are located in the Victoria Quarter so it's super easy to have a great shopping experience without trekking from one end of town to the other.
York
York is a beautiful city crammed full of history and culture. It's great for a sightseeing break as you'll have the choice of taking in the stunning Holy Trinity Church or York Minister, walking along the 2000 year old York city walls or visiting the beautiful Castle Howard which is set in more than 1,000 acres of scenic parkland.
There's also plenty to keep kids entertained as well as sneaking in some education, with the archaeological attraction Dig, York maze, the York Dungeon and the Jorvik Viking Museum.
Once you've worked up an appetite, Betty's famous caf and tea rooms are an essential stop for refuelling. Enjoy afternoon tea, handmade chocolates and speciality cakes, in pretty surrounding with excellent service.
Manchester
Manchester is a fantastic city for night owls who love to see a city come to life after dark. Home to some of the coolest live venues in the UK, there really is something in Manchester for every music taste. Party animals who love both superstar dj's and fantastic live acts will love ending up at the Warehouse Project, whereas those who like something a little more relaxed will enjoy taking in live music and a bite to eat at the Night and Day Caf.
Derby
Derby is a small city but, at just 20 minutes from East Midlands airport, shouldn't be overlooked as a great place to spend a weekend. It's a fantastic place to shop as you have the vast Westfield centre and the cute, independent shops of Saddler Gate a mere five minute walk from each other.
The Quad gallery and cinema is a great place to spend an afternoon, topped off with a bite to eat in the caf, or head to the bars and restaurants of Friar Gate for a great evening out.
On sunny days, the nearby Markeaton Park is a great place to take the kids, with its vast open air paddling pool, lake and choice of playgrounds. Or, if you feel like a drive out, Alton Towers is less than an hour away by car - or there's a handy coach that goes in the morning from Derby bus station.
There are some fantastic cities in the North and the Midlands to choose from - with Newcastle, Nottingham and Birmingham also worth adding to the list.
With a great Expedia promo code from 5HOP5.ie you could choose a different city to explore every month, without breaking the bank. All that remain is to choose which one is first!
