Piccadilly Travel Guide
Manchester
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.
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.
University of Manchester
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Manchester during your travels in Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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 Piccadilly
Manchester Portland By Sunday
Our room smelt of stale cigarette smoke on arrival. The reception staff changed our room straight away to another room which was acceptable.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Malmaison Manchester
Breakfast was great and staff very friendly. We had dinner the evening, food was good but the restaurant lacked atmosphere.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly
Great location, comfy beds!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Dakota Manchester
Great hotel. Only negatives were a bit dark everywhere and the hotel was hot
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester - Piccadilly
We had a great stay for our shopping trip in Manchester. Location was excellent for shopping. Our was clean and housekeeping did come in which we didn't expect on a two night stay. Front reception staff were lovely especially Elena and Winnie who we talked tomabout our trip. The breakfast team were ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre by IHG
It will definitely be my go to place to stay when travelling to Manchester- i feel safe in the room (it's only a small thing but it's very important to me, it has the catch to go across the door so noone could get in so makes me feel safer) great location, lovely shower and comfy bed, what more could ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Piccadilly
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Napoleon's Casino.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
Even though there aren't top sights in New Islington, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Canal Street. Jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop 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.
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.
