Gay Village Travel Guide

Manchester

Just in case the bar names don't give it away, there are now these handy little street signs too.
Just in case the bar names don't give it away, there are now these handy little street signs too.
Memorial to Manchester academic Alan Turing - father of computer science and the cryptographer who cracked the Enigma code. Persecuted for his sexuality by an ungrateful government and a prejudiced society.
Rochdale Canal Boundary Wall To Canal Between Sackville Street And Chorlton Street
The Shena Simon 6th Form College

Popular places to visit

View from the footpath along Rochdale canal in the Castlefield area in the center of Manchester, England towards a historic steel railway bridge

Canal Street

4/5(64 reviews)

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.

Canal Street
Old Trafford

Old Trafford

4/5(350 reviews)

Cheer on soccer players during an exhilarating match and tour this 75,000-capacity stadium, home to one of Britain’s greatest soccer teams.

Old Trafford
Espectacular view of this glamorous mall. Manchester United Kingdom

Trafford Centre

4/5(208 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Trafford Centre
Manchester Skyline and Manchester Sport City

Etihad Stadium

4.5/5(141 reviews)

Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Etihad Stadium
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Heaton Park

4/5(64 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.

Heaton Park
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Deansgate

4/5(111 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Deansgate

Things to do

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

฿837
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience

฿1,091
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Luggage Storage in Manchester

Luggage Storage in Manchester

฿270
per adult
Luggage Storage in Manchester
Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

฿2,310
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour

Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour

฿629
per adult
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour
RHS Garden Bridgewater

RHS Garden Bridgewater

฿556
per adult
RHS Garden Bridgewater
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Top hotels in Gay Village

Britannia Hotel Manchester

Britannia Hotel Manchester

3 out of 5
35 Portland Street Manchester England
The price is ฿1,364 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿1,364
฿1,688 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
6.6/10 (2,163 reviews)
Check-in experience was good - very helpful staff

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Townhouse Hotel Manchester

Townhouse Hotel Manchester

4 out of 5
101 Portland Street Manchester England
The price is ฿2,006 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,006
฿2,458 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Lovely hotel in an ideal city location. Decent breakfast buffet available

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Townhouse Hotel Manchester
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

4 out of 5
55 Portland Street Manchester England
The price is ฿2,627 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿2,627
฿3,204 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,034 reviews)
Nice location

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
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voco Manchester City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
59 Portland St Manchester England
The price is ฿2,871 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿2,871
฿3,497 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,562 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
TRIBE Manchester Airport

TRIBE Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue Manchester England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,050 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿3,050
฿3,660 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,566 reviews)
Lovely clean rooms

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Treehouse Hotel Manchester

Treehouse Hotel Manchester

4 out of 5
Blackfriars Street Manchester England
The price is ฿4,457 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿4,457
฿5,400 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (595 reviews)
Very comfy room, Great location, and uniquely themed hotel

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Treehouse Hotel Manchester
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Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village

Chinatown showing night scenes, a city and street scenes

Chinatown

4/5(465 area reviews)

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.

Chinatown
Albert Square featuring a city, street scenes and a square or plaza

Manchester City Centre

4/5(2,171 area reviews)

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.

Manchester City Centre
What a great find, equal to if not better than it's neighbour Cloudwater Barrel Store

Piccadilly

If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

Piccadilly
Magnificent Cathedral under extensive renovations. Estimated completion date is set at 2024.

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.

Civic Quarter
Piccadilly Gardens which includes rides

Northern Quarter

4/5(353 area reviews)

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

Northern Quarter
#BvsCities Amazing city. This is Media City in Salford Quays. Amazing at night.

Central Retail District

While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like King Street Manchester and jump on the metro at Market Street Station to see more of the city.

Central Retail District

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