First Street Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit First Street
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.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Trafford Centre
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Heaton Park, a popular 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 lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly 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
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Explore Manchester Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Top hotels in First Street
INNSiDE by Meliá Manchester
"Good stay the receptionist on initial check in was quite miserable not warm like other members of staff."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Very good hotel, friendly staff"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
"Great location and value for money...would stay again."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
ibis budget Manchester Airport
"Counter staff were great, bed was comfortable and air conditioning worked. Wasn’t impressed by the cleaning staff banging on the door like the building was on fire and then being really abrupt when speaking to us when we still had 2 hours until we needed to check out."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"clean and tidy, easy check in"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
"After finally being allocated a room, the room was stiflingly hot as this was the hottest May on record, and the in room AC did not work. As such we had to open the window later that evening when the outside temperature had dropped low enough, but were then unable to get any sleep as the hotel backs ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Where to stay in First Street
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
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.
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.
Trafford Park
While you're in Trafford Park, take in top sights like Old Trafford or Imperial War Museum North, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkway Tram Stop or Village Tram Stop.
