Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
St. Peter's Square
Feel the tide of history at this central square, the site of the famous Peterloo Massacre and home to several impressive heritage-listed civic buildings.
Manchester City Hall
This impressive Victorian building is home to precious works of art as well as the offices and halls of the City Council.
Albert Square
This public gathering place for football victory parades, festivals and a popular European-style Christmas market is surrounded by Victorian architecture.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
St Mary's The Hidden Gem
Find out about the history of Manchester when you take a trip to St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Manchester Central Library
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city center and enjoy the excellent resources at one of the most iconic and culturally significant buildings in the city.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Explore Manchester Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Great stay and very helpful staff when we needed to amend our booking date. Perfectly located too!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Novotel Manchester Centre
- Room was too hot. Air con did not work properly. - No amenities were provided except towels. - Check out was at 12 pm but at 11 am cleaner asked me to leave very rudely. I will give this place max 2 stars.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Alan
The room was not up to standard even after paying for upgrade. No rugs in room and unable to hang clothes due to cabinet under clothes rail which made no sense. Staff were not too interested in assisting us either with upgrade. Shame really :(
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Really efficient service at a good value price. Room was well equipped with high quality fixings and fittings and excellent storage provision. The continental breakfast had a good selection of food & drinks at a very readonanle price. Will use again!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Nice bar, cold shower, breakfast very basic.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Excellent choice for stays at Manchester Airport. The room was spot on, clean, offered the amenities that were necessary to cater most travellers. Welcoming staff, good dining options on site and hassle free check out. Breakfast available from 03:00. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Quarter
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.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like Royal Exchange Theatre and jump on the metro at Market 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 Deansgate.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
First Street
First Street might not have many top sights, but Old Trafford and Deansgate Locks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
