Popular places to visit
Old Trafford
Cheer on soccer players during an exhilarating match and tour this 75,000-capacity stadium, home to one of Britain’s greatest soccer teams.
Trafford Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Heaton Park, a popular green space in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
The Manchester City Stadium Tour
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Ancoats
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Amazing airport shuttle. Extremely friendly and welcoming staff who can’t do enough.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Very clean
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Check in and bar staff very attentive. Excellent service. Roon was clean and the shower was spot on.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
The hotel is perfectly situated for travel from terminal 2
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
Amazing room and lovely staff throughout. Would definitely go again.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Cannot fault it
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ancoats
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
While you're in New Islington, take in top sights like Rochdale Canal and jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Piccadilly
If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
Manchester City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Manchester City Centre. Check out top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and St. Peter's Square, and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station or Mosley Street Station to see more of the city.
Chinatown
Chinatown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manchester Art Gallery and Imperial Chinese Archway while in the area.
