Manchester City Centre Travel Guide

Manchester

Albert Square featuring a city, street scenes and a square or plaza
National Football Museum which includes a city, street scenes and modern architecture
People\'s History Museum showing interior views
Museum of Science and Industry which includes interior views and aircraft
Manchester City Centre

Popular places to visit

Deansgate

Deansgate

4/5(111 reviews)

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.

Deansgate
AO Arena

AO Arena

4.5/5(234 reviews)

Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

AO Arena
Piccadilly Gardens showing a city, a monument and a statue or sculpture

Piccadilly Gardens

4/5(211 reviews)

Watch the world go by and take a look at Manchester’s most controversial architecture at the city’s busiest green space and transport hub.

Piccadilly Gardens
Canal Street

Canal Street

4/5(64 reviews)

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.

Canal Street
Manchester Palace Theatre

Manchester Palace Theatre

4.5/5(110 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Manchester Palace Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.

Manchester Palace Theatre
Manchester Opera House

Manchester Opera House

4/5(91 reviews)

Catch a show at one of the city’s most interesting and charming venues for concerts, musicals and theater.

Manchester Opera House

Things to do

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

฿856
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
The Manchester City Stadium Tour

The Manchester City Stadium Tour

฿1,116
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
The Manchester City Stadium Tour
Luggage Storage in Manchester

Luggage Storage in Manchester

฿276
per adult
Luggage Storage in Manchester
Manchester: City Bus Tour

Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

฿644
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket

Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket

฿644
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience

฿1,115
per traveller
86% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
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Top hotels in Manchester City Centre

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly

4 out of 5
London Road, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,298 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,298
฿4,010 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (915 reviews)
"Beds are very comfortable"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG

5 out of 5
Oxford Street, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,427 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,427
฿4,164 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,282 reviews)
"Close to station and theatre"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England
The price is ฿2,297 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿2,297
฿2,808 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
Nice hotel - spot on for what I needed.
"Absolutely spot on for what I needed. 11am checkout was brilliant meant I didn’t have to rush the next morning. Mackie Mayor by the hotel is brilliant, food was amazing. Can recommend the steak! Can recommend the suggested car park. I missed the turning the first time but once found it was absolutely ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG
The Alan

The Alan

4 out of 5
18 Princess Street, Manchester, England
The price is ฿9,483 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
฿9,483
฿11,432 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,097 reviews)
"Stunning hotel would definitely stay here again. Perfect location to walk anywhere in the city. The only downside would be the noisy pipes and AC machine that’s right above the bed."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Alan
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG

voco Manchester City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
59 Portland St, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,758 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿2,758
฿3,362 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,548 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and polite good breakfast the room was big and clean"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,415 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,415
฿4,151 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (878 reviews)
Great stay!
"I've stayed at this hotel a number of times and it never disappoints. Love the warehouse look, the size of the rooms and comfy beds. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Native Manchester
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Other neighbourhoods around Manchester City Centre

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
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Gay Village

While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.

Gay Village
St. Peter\'s Square featuring railway items, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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
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Central Retail District

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

Central Retail District
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Oxford Road Corridor

While visiting Oxford Road Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Manchester Museum and Contact.

Oxford Road Corridor
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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

Manchester City Centre Travel Guide