If your trip to Manchester is all sorted out but your travel itinerary is a little on the empty side, we can give you a few hints and tips.Whatever you do, don’t forget to take your camera when you swing by Southern New Hampshire University Arena. This interesting attraction is sure to offer some incredible photo ops.Plan a stop at Palace Theater. It’s one attraction you’ll usually find on travelers’ to-do lists. If you still have some room on your schedule, Mall of New Hampshire and Livingston Park will keep you occupied as well.

If you’ve visited all the main sights in Manchester, there’s plenty more on offer down the road. Loudon is just 25 miles away. Travelers who head here usually have New Hampshire International Speedway at the top of their itineraries.

Hang out with some of the local people while you’re in Manchester by attending an event at one of the great convention centers. There are some terrific things on, so take a look at the schedule and pen down a date. Recommended places include:

• Center of New Hampshire Expo Center (0.2 miles away).
• Falls Center (1 mile away).

Manchester knows how to dazzle. You could hang out for a good while here and hardly scratch the surface. To soak up as much as you can in this bustling metropolis, a rental car is a must. Keep in mind that city driving usually comes with tight streets and even tighter parking spaces. But don’t worry — an economy or a compact car will make this much easier to navigate. If you’re in the mood to head out of the city and take in some of the sandy shores that Manchester is famous for, you’ll want a car with more power and room to move. A mid-size or full-size SUV will suit your needs.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s a huge variety of both economy and high-end rental vehicles in Manchester. What you opt for depends on what you’re willing to spend and what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer unparalleled mod cons and comfort. If you’re splashing out, why not book an SUV with all the bells and whistles, or perhaps an upmarket medium-sized sedan? On the other hand, if you’re just after something to whiz around town in at the cheapest price possible, you’re better off choosing a budget compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

Most of the time, parking in Manchester is a piece of cake. If you plan to drive to one of the more popular sights in town, it’s a wise idea to consider parking options before you leave.

As with most places, roads get busy in the hours before and after work. However, thanks to its smaller population of about 110,200, traffic isn’t much of an issue in Manchester.

The residential zones in Manchester have a 30mph speed limit. Outside these areas, the speed limits typically range between 20mph and 55mph.

Usually, your chosen rental car company will charge the amount stated on the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact details to the relevant local agency so they can send a fine to you directly.

As long as you have hands-free functions like Bluetooth enabled, you can lawfully use your phone while behind the wheel in Manchester. But be sure to keep your eyes on the road.

In Manchester, it is a punishable offence to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) greater than 0.08%. If you plan to have a couple of glasses of wine with dinner, it’s a good idea to leave the rental car behind.

Traffic laws in Manchester allow drivers at a red light to turn into the lane closest to them, without having to wait for it to turn green. Before turning, the vehicle must come to a complete stop and the driver must make sure that the way is clear before proceeding.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts must be fastened when the vehicle is in motion in Hillsborough County.