Central Retail District Travel Guide
Manchester
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Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. 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 entertainment choices 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.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester
Explore Manchester Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Shopping near by, very friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Great stay
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Loved the pool steam jacuzzi to relax after long flights.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Great hotel, helpful staff, funky interior styling. The location was great, a short walk from Victoria or Piccadilly. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
The staff were efficient, polite, friendly even when it was very busy in reception. Standard room was bigger than I expected, clean and the bed was very busy comfy.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Manchester Portland By Sunday
Dry basic room. Clean bathroom and bed. Access to check in was a little difficult. Very drab room. Effectively no toiletry. In the bathroom. Not a 4 star.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Central Retail District
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.
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.
Spinningfields
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or The Opera House.
NOMA
NOMA might not have many top sights, but National Football Museum and Printworks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Affleck's Palace and Market Street.
