Bradford Travel Guide
Manchester
Popular places to visit
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
University of Manchester
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Manchester during your travels in Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Northern Quarter Walking Tour: Street Art & Local Stories
Top hotels in Bradford
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Only stayed overnight had an early flight next day so couldn't comment on breakfast. Hotel was clean, walkable to terminal and reasonably priced for an airport!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast needs a bit more choice of food but was ok. Room was very clean and very accessible to the city center"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
"helpful staff and comfortable beds"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
ibis budget Manchester Airport
"Good value Rooms small but functional (think pod) with comfortable bed & good shower .. perfectly adequate for a stay before an early flight with added benefit of only a couple of minutes walk to T2"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
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Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
"Clean room, quick & easy check in!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bradford
New Islington
Even though there aren't top sights in New Islington, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canal Street. Jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Ancoats
While Ancoats may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Manchester Conference Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
