Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
Albert Square
This public gathering place for football victory parades, festivals and a popular European-style Christmas market is surrounded by Victorian architecture.
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 Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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.
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
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Northern Quarter Walking Tour: Street Art & Local Stories
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
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
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"Great for a business trip. Clean, well presented. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
"Lovely stay. Fantastic views. Perfect room."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
"It was my second stay at Motel One, St Peter's square, both on business, and I had a comfortable, peaceful stay both times. It is a hotel that my company use regularly. For people looking, note the "healthy" breakfast. (No cooked English breakfast!)"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Alan
"Well located in the city centre and close to lots of eateries. Excellent staff very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very good with lots of choices."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Extremely convenient for T2 with covered walkway only a 3min walk away. Rooms are soundproofed as couldn’t hear any traffic, airplane or noise from any other guests. Staff pleasant and were able to answer my question about onsite parking. I’m definitely going to be staying here again."
Reviewed on 22 May 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 King Street Manchester 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 People's History Museum.
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 O2 Ritz Manchester are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
