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

Snowdonia, Chester & North Wales 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
Top hotels in Blackfriars

TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Didn’t have breakfast did have supper. The food was good better than most airport hotels. One complaint- it was expensive £14 for a starter and £19.50 for a pizza. The wine was good too but again expensive. So that said it was a good experience on the whole."
Reviewed on 21 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
"Lovely hotel and steps from Terminal 2 so really convenient Staff were fantastic. Basic - but has everything you need and for £60 for the night it’s perfect ."
Reviewed on 21 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
"Arrived after midnight, so straight to bed. The room was clean, but very warm, so had to turn the temperature down. Went down for breakfast, but as the plates were cold, the hot food quickly went cold, so didn't finish. All the staff are pleasant and friendly."
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.

