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 fascinating museums 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 top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

Snowdonia, Chester & North Wales from Manchester

SEA LIFE Manchester Aquarium

Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket

From Manchester: Yorkshire Sightseeing Day Trip

North Wales Sightseeing Adventure Day Trip from Manchester
Top hotels in Blackfriars

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Clean, everything was stocked up. No leaks or stains or gross amenities. Would stay again
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

a&o Manchester City Centre
Check in was painful with the need to scan s Qr code and fill in a form when all our details are already on the system when we booked. No tea making facilities in rooms. Staff wete great but big queues due to mobile registration. What happens if there is someone who doesn't do mobile qr codes?
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
The sink in the bathroom was awful. Parts of it were falling away. It needed replacing. There was no info in the room.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

ibis budget Manchester Airport
Great hotel. Small rooms but well laid out. Clean and comfortable. Great food options available in the hotel. Quick and easy to get terminal 2.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Excellent location, nicely decorated, clean room. Self check-in was straight forward and fast. Friendly, helpful staff. The only thing we didn't care for was the communal coffee/tea station. As we walked by once, there was an unsavoury looking cup of coffee sitting on the worktop and turned us off ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Welcoming staff on reception, speedy check in , good sized very clean room. The close proximity to Terminal 2 meant it’s a perfect choice for an early morning flight.
Reviewed on 10 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.

