Old Trafford: Manchester United's Football Stadium - Manchester - TravBuddy

Hands down, a must see!  I came to Europe this summer not being a huge soccer fan, but with the help of this year's World Cup and this stadium visit, I've been converted!  I love football!  For me, the journey took a little work to get to from the Manchester Piccadilly rail station, but I could easily find the right bus and tram now after having done it once. 

When you arrive, you know you've arrived.  The stadium is daunting in size and stature.  I came on a non-match day, so there weren't nearly as many people around.  However, the stadium is equipped with a state-of-the-art museum and hour and 10 minute long tour of Old Trafford.  Both cost a total of 6.50 pounds, and it is definitely worth it.  The tour takes you throughout all sides of the stadium...starting at the north end and working your way clockwise.  The tour makes pit stops in the VIP rooms, Press Conference room, Players Lounge, Players Dressing room, Players Tunnel, and original tunnel that was used prior to 1993.  One is able to walk down the tunnel to the roar of a Manchester crowd on the speaker system, sit in the spot David Beckham sat in the dressing room in his years at MU, and interview the tour guide in the press room.
Joined with the stadium tour is the museum, which guides you through the illustrious history of Manchester United.  From the beginnings of the club to the fateful day in Munich to the astonishing Treble year of 1999 to viewing the present day Carling Cup, the museum is jam-packed with the club's entire history.  I was amazed to see the collection of signed jerseys, boots, game balls, trophies, and video highlights.

I left feeling like a die-hard MU fan.  Which I just might be one day...
I strongly recommend this to anyone who loves football...not just an MU fan.  If you love football, you'll appreciate all this stadium has to offer!