What to do in Ancoats

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What to do in Ancoats

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Old Trafford

Old Trafford

4/5(350 reviews)

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
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Trafford Centre

4/5(208 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Manchester Skyline and Manchester Sport City

Etihad Stadium

4.5/5(141 reviews)

Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Etihad Stadium
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Heaton Park

4/5(64 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Heaton Park
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Deansgate

4/5(111 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

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AO Arena

4.5/5(234 reviews)

Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

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Piccadilly Gardens

4/5(211 reviews)

Watch the world go by and take a look at Manchester’s most controversial architecture at the city’s busiest green space and transport hub.

Piccadilly Gardens
View from the footpath along Rochdale canal in the Castlefield area in the center of Manchester, England towards a historic steel railway bridge

Canal Street

4/5(64 reviews)

During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

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Manchester Arndale

4/5(635 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Manchester Arndale. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.

Manchester Arndale

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ancoats worth visiting?
Renowned for its dining and distilleries and craft breweries, finding fun things to do in Ancoats is a cinch. Be sure to add O2 Apollo Manchester to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Ancoats?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Museum of Science and Industry, spend the rest of your day experiencing the retail and food options in Ancoats.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ancoats?
The top tourist attraction near Ancoats is O2 Apollo Manchester, so remember to include it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Ancoats?
You'll have enough time to explore O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester Palace Theatre and other key attractions in the area when you plan a three-day escape to Ancoats.
Is Ancoats a walkable neighbourhood?
That all comes down to the things you want to experience in and around Ancoats. Several attractions, such as O2 Apollo Manchester and Manchester Palace Theatre are reachable on foot. How about checking out some other nearby neighbourhoods? Manchester City Centre is 2 kilometers from Ancoats, while Piccadilly is 0.64 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Ancoats with kids?
If you're searching for sights and tours for all of your group, have a look at these fabulous ideas for what to do in Ancoats with kids.

What to do in Ancoats for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or adventure seeker, there are loads of things to do in Ancoats for adults including Deansgate.
Are there free things to do in Ancoats?
You won't have to look far to find free things to do in Ancoats. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll point you toward places and activities you can experience for nothing. One of the best free options to explore is Manchester Cathedral.