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 top-notch restaurants 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.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Trafford Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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 Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Everything was great. Comfortable room with the absolute best bed ever!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
Really lovely hotel, but bathroom is a bit weird
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Gotham
Comfy bed. Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Staff were lovely. We had a great meal in the restaurant. Room was modern and clean.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Manchester Portland By Sunday
Good location and the room is clean, but that’s is all the good points I can say. The walls are paper thin and the room next door woke me at 04:30 in the morning. The breakfast was also one.of the worst I’ve ever eaten
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Motel One Manchester Piccadilly
Clean room, lovely bar and reception area
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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 Deansgate.
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.
