Gay Village Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Gay Village
Popular places to visit
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Trafford Centre
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour
Top hotels in Gay Village
Britannia Hotel Manchester
"The room was quite austere and the hotel was very tired. Not worth the price. The location was very good though and the staff were very friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Townhouse Hotel Manchester
"Liked: location and friendly staff Didn’t like: 1. Location of plugs, not near the mirrors. 2. Bathroom poorly lit and not enough surface space in the bathroom for 2 people. 3. Bathroom plug broken. Overall I do not think this hotel is a 4 star hotel."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
"I messaged the hotel several days before checking in to confirm or not whether my room was a disable access room or not. I requested not to have a disabled access room. I never received any response and I was booked into a disabled access room. I was even told at check in that it could have been ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
"Lovely hotel, great rooms and very comfy bed and pillows."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
"I was pleasantly surprised by the standard of the hotel. Basic facilities but clean and well organised. We were in house 2, which was round the corner from the main reception building. We found it quiet and clean in the rooms. There was no kettle/drinks facilities which was mildly frustrating after ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Beds very uncomfortable. Not an enjoyable stay"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Gay Village
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Greater Manchester Police Museum and Market Street.
Didsbury
If you're looking for abundant dining options, a trip to Didsbury might be just the ticket. Explore top sights in the area like Wilmslow Road and get around town on the metro at Didsbury Village Tram Stop.
Old Trafford
Travellers choose Old Trafford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop and check out top sights like Old Trafford.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Etihad Stadium or Greater Manchester Police Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
