NOMA Travel Guide
Manchester
Popular places to visit
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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 fascinating museums.
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.
Piccadilly Gardens
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.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester National Football Museum Ticket Tour
Top hotels in NOMA
Hotel Indigo Manchester - Victoria Station by IHG
The Hotel Indigo by IHG was simply outstanding. The rooms were lovely,sizeable & we had amazing views of the city from our window. I would definitely recommend this accommodation & will lovectovstay again in the future.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Very clean bar great staff bar staff lovely
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Staff were friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Room very clean and up graded
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
Hotel is fantastic. Great rooms. Great breakfast. Kind staff. Only weak point is Refuge Bar, very cool but long queues
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Pleasant experience, rooms are clean, staffs are helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around NOMA
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Ancoats
While Ancoats may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.
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.
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.
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.
