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 lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Everything!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hotel Gotham
Lovely room, very clean. Breakfast was very nice aside from the poached eggs not runny but a small issue. Staff were very friendly.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
Excellent staff, lovely rooms and really fun gimmicks to earn you little rewards to use in the bar. Would definitely recommend for anyone wanting to stay in the centre of Manchester
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Spotless
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Offers clean rooms with amneties . Good bar / restaurant with fast n courtiers service .
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Excellent
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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.
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.
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
