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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Alan
Excellent hotel and great staff. Rooms are perfect as clean. Very comfortable beds
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Room was comfy and spotless, helpful staff
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
It was a great, super central hotel that was so clean, great quality appliances and really comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Forty Seven Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
Lovely room, very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Great stay prior to early morning flight
Reviewed on 7 Jan 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 Bridgewater Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
