Arranging for cheap car hire in Manchester – Salford is a good idea for those who want to conveniently get around this city and explore other nearby areas in North West England. The city is best known through the paintings of LS Lowry although interestingly, it has already gone through drastic changes so that the Salford of today is nothing like the one in Lowry’s time. If anything, the developments and renovations around the city has made it even more of a tourist attraction.

While reliable public transport networks are available all over Salford, the best way to get around is still through a car rental. Tours of the city usually start at its famous landmark, The Lowry. The design of the building will give the Sydney Opera House a run for its money. The Lowry features an exhibit of the painter’s masterpieces as well as collections of interactive and contemporary works of art.

From The Lowry, take a drive to opposite bank of the Ship Canal where you will find the Imperial War Museum North. Other notable attractions in the city include the Manchester United Football Club. You can even extend your drive towards the city of Manchester itself.

For a dose of retail therapy, Trafford Centre is a crowd favourite. The shopping centre features more than 280 retailers of designer and high street brands as well as a number of restaurants and bars.

From the city of Salford, you can easily get to other cities in the Greater Manchester area if you arrange for car hire in Manchester – Salford. The city centre of Manchester itself is just a few minutes’ drive away. You can also organize day trips to the Cheshire countryside.