Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
St. Peter's Square
Feel the tide of history at this central square, the site of the famous Peterloo Massacre and home to several impressive heritage-listed civic buildings.
Albert Square
This public gathering place for football victory parades, festivals and a popular European-style Christmas market is surrounded by Victorian architecture.
Manchester City Hall
This impressive Victorian building is home to precious works of art as well as the offices and halls of the City Council.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
St Mary's The Hidden Gem
Find out about the history of Manchester when you take a trip to St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Manchester Central Library
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city center and enjoy the excellent resources at one of the most iconic and culturally significant buildings in the city.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
From Manchester: Yorkshire Sightseeing Day Trip
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
a&o Manchester City Centre
Cons: Can't even call it a breakfast, for warm options there was sausages and beans. There was a big brown stain on carpet. Bathroom was okay. Pillows where rock hard. The lift also wouldn't move when we got in. So used the stairs the whole time. Pros: Staff where helpful Air con in rooms
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Helpful staff throughout
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Very comfortable hotel parking nearby as is access to city centre. Great views of the city from the top floors
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Alan
A lovely hotel ideally located with parking close by. The young man on check in couldn't have done more. Nice room and fabulous breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
Friendly and helpful reception staff Clean room and comfortable bed
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Forty Seven Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
There was a significant delay when trying to check and we waited over 20 minutes for someone to come to the check out desk, there was actually another group trying to check in that had been waiting for around 10 minutes before we arrived. Yes we were early but we only wanted to drop our bags. There ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Quarter
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.
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.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like King Street Manchester and jump on the metro at Market 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 People's History Museum.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
First Street
First Street might not have many top sights, but Old Trafford and Deansgate Locks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
