Blackfriars Travel Guide
Salford
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Popular places to visit

Salford Quays
Once a major seaport and home to heavy industry, this precinct is now a dynamic cultural and residential area offering shopping, sport, drama and art.

MediaCityUK
Home to some of the U.K.’s biggest broadcasters, this precinct is a mix of cultural attractions, shopping, bars and restaurants.

The Lowry Art and Entertainment
This waterside arts complex that bears the name of a famous U.K. artist is home to a world of entertainment such as art exhibits, plays and concerts.

University of Salford
Explore the campus of University of Salford as part of your travels around Salford. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Ordsall Hall
You can learn about the history of Salford with a trip to Ordsall Hall. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Peel Park
Peel Park is just one of the places to see in Salford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
Things to do

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket

MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

From Manchester: Yorkshire Sightseeing Day Trip

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium
Top hotels in Blackfriars

TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Great location"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

a&o Manchester City Centre
"The location is excellent, very close to everything, and the place is very clean. The only downside was the experience with the guests upstairs constantly walking heavily around their room for long periods, which was extremely noisy and unpleasant."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
"The evening meal was delicious. The service was a little slow and the cost was £35 for two courses."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

ibis budget Manchester Airport
"Top"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"Breakfast staff think it is fine to mess about loudly, lead by there manager who after 30 mins when you ask them to keep the noise down takes offence and turns up the music"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
"So handy for an early morning flight! Great bedding and lovely sauna and steam too! Unbelievable quiet, did not hear one plane!"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Blackfriars

Greengate
While Greengate isn't home to many top sights, AO Arena and Exchange Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

