Old Trafford Travel Guide
Manchester
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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.
Old Trafford Cricket Ground
Catch an event at Old Trafford Cricket Ground during your trip to Manchester. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
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 at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
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 Old Trafford
Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford
The room was clean and great view of the cricket field. A 10 minute walk to Old Trafford. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We cant wait to go back.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
We absolutely could not fault this hotel. From the proximity to the train station and airport, the friendliness of the staff, the well organised layout of the rooms, the availability of the bar and restaurant, the all round cleanliness, the provision of tea and coffee and the incredible showers. ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
Room was stunning plenty of room to move about. Staff at reception came straight up with 2 more pillows. Ideal location & so quiet. Definitely stay again. Only negative i could say is could do with some chopped up fruit for yoghurt & some bacon
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Lovely hotel, we have stayed before, really comfy beds however this time we ate in the bar, not very good, our food came and it was cold, we all sent it back and, within 3 mins it came back again, all we could think of is that it had been warmed up in a microwave, 2 of us had chicken tikka there ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
The bed was a lump of concrete. Truly awful 2 nights sleep. Never again. I'd pay more to stay further away.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Wonderful, great experience
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Trafford
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.
St. John's
If you're spending some time in St. John's, Aviva Studios and Museum of Science and Industry are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
