Civic Quarter Travel Guide

Manchester

A large, historic building with a prominent tower and arched windows.
A night scene with a large illuminated clock tower, festive lights, and a crowd of people.
A glass entrance with 'ENTRANCE' written on it, surrounded by stone architecture.
A nighttime scene with a crowd of people gathered around a statue, illuminated by string lights. In the background, there is a building with red lighting and arched windows.
A historic building with a clock tower and a large Christmas decoration.

Stay near popular Civic Quarter attractions

A grand building with classical architecture, surrounded by a cityscape at night.

St. Peter's Square

9.0/10 (17 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

฿874
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿657
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket

Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket

฿789
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Luggage Storage in Manchester

Luggage Storage in Manchester

฿319
per adult
Luggage Storage in Manchester
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket

Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket

฿2,586
per adult
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket

Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket

฿688
per adult
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
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Top hotels in Civic Quarter

a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre

3 out of 5
21 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is ฿1,856 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿1,856
฿2,281 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,033 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful, check in was quick no complaints."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

a&o Manchester City Centre
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate

4 out of 5
John Dalton House Manchester England
The price is ฿2,187 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,187
฿2,678 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,469 reviews)
"Had a really good stay here with a stag party. Great Breakfast and drinks… room clean and modern. Great location. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Wilde Manchester City Centre

Wilde Manchester City Centre

4 out of 5
3 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is ฿3,681 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿3,681
฿4,471 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,435 reviews)
"Great central location. Bed was really comfortable, the room was clean equipped."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Wilde Manchester City Centre
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square

Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square

3 out of 5
1 Dickinson St Manchester England
The price is ฿2,529 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿2,529
฿3,088 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,687 reviews)
"Our go to hotel when visiting Manchester for music events, really close to Bridgewater Hall."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
The Alan

The Alan

4 out of 5
18 Princess Street Manchester England
The price is ฿2,126 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿2,126
฿2,605 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,284 reviews)
"Room was exactly like the photos. Was great! Only negatives were the curtains were hard to draw."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

The Alan
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is ฿3,192 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
฿3,192
฿3,831 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,379 reviews)
"Only stayed overnight and left at 4am. The airport shuttle was spot on ."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
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Where to stay in Civic Quarter

Find the best Civic Quarter areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic bridge, a modern skyscraper, and a traditional building with a tower at night.

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.

A sculpture of a bee with the letters "MCR" on it, placed in front of a mural with bees and honeycombs.
Photo by Keely Butler
Open Photo by Keely Butler

Northern Quarter

Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.

A spacious train station with a high, glass-roofed ceiling and a modern train on the platform.
Photo by Richard Sutcliffe
Open Photo by Richard Sutcliffe

Piccadilly

When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Manchester Conference Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

A stadium with red seats and a large sign reading "MANCHESTER UNITED".

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.

A wrought iron gate with the inscription "Fletcher Moss Gardens" and a plaque indicating an award from the Royal Horticultural Society in 2000.
Photo by Wikidwitch
Open Photo by Wikidwitch

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.

Civic Quarter Travel Guide