Manchester Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Manchester
Where to stay in Manchester
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 Greater Manchester Police Museum and Market Street.
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 Etihad Stadium and Greater Manchester Police Museum.
Castlefield
Castlefield is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Castlefield Bowl and Beetham Tower while in the area.
New Cross
While there might not be top attractions in New Cross, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Etihad Stadium and Greater Manchester Police Museum.
a&o Manchester City Centre
"We stayed one night whilst in Manchester to see a concert. I would describe this hotel as adequate. It wasn’t dirty, bathroom and toilet were clean and bedding was ok. Furniture in the room was tired, stained and needed replacing. No tea and coffee making facilities in the room, not even a glass ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Great location for the airport not even 10mins to terminal 2. Room clean, quiet and lovely atmosphere in the bar area, will defo stay here again!"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
"We went outside on the patio to enjoy a drink in the sun. I went inside to order some drinks and was told you have to use the QR code to order. But since i was their the waiter took my order but informed me this was an exception. How stupid is it to expect guests to download or scan QR codes just ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Native Manchester
"The kitchen is closed. Breakfast is a dry bacon bap. I paid £30 for 2 bacon baps! Went to Dakota over the road for Breakfast!"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Whitworth Locke
"Great location and nice clean rooms"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Roomzzz Manchester Victoria
"the staff were absolutely lovely and so friendly, the room was BEAUTIFUL so clean and spacious and very cozy :) we had everything we needed and it was perfect for a couples weekend away like we wanted - city centre is very close and it’s just a percect location. will definitely stay again✨♥️"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
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 entertainment choices and shops.
Trafford Centre
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. 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.
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.
Canal Street
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.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
From Manchester: Yorkshire Sightseeing Day Trip
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
