Central Retail District Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Central Retail District
Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
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 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 lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Explore Manchester Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester-Royal Exchange
Would be handy to have instructions for the air conditioning … lovely clean room
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel Gotham
The hotel bar is quite a nice place to be and I love the character of the property and the interior decor.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Lovely hotel, comfy room and friendly staff. Great location across from the airport train station. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
Nice friendly staff, hotel ideal positioned in the city centre
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Good
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Lovely stay! Great airport transfers
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Retail District
Civic Quarter
While you're in Civic Quarter, take in top sights like Manchester City Hall and jump on the metro at St Peters Square 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.
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.
Spinningfields
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or People's History Museum.
NOMA
NOMA might not have many top sights, but National Football Museum and Printworks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
