Manchester City Centre Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Manchester City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Manchester Arndale
During your trip to Manchester, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Manchester Arndale. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Manchester Palace Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Manchester Palace Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester
SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
The Tales from the Dales & Brontë Country from Manchester
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Top hotels in Manchester City Centre
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
A Beautiful building and very impressive lobby Beautiful bedrooms (although a little cold) and a lovely breakfast! :-) Will definitely stay again
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Fabulous hotel. Very good location and clean. Easy check in and check out.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Great hotel Friendly staff Cleanest Fab location Definitely be back again and again.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre
The lady on the front desk helped us check in smoothly. The bar guy who served us was very friendly. The room was neat and clean. The location is great
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Malmaison Manchester
Yes
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Manchester City Centre
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.
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.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
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.
