Gay Village Travel Guide
Manchester
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Popular places to visit
Canal Street
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.
Old Trafford
Catch an event at Old Trafford during your trip to Manchester. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Piccadilly Gardens
After visiting Piccadilly Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Manchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Top hotels in Gay Village
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Townhouse Hotel Manchester
Could not fault the room or service
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
Staff were lovely and welcoming, clean and tidy, all amenities we needed, great location
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
Clean room. Great hotel. The check in is ok (automated) - I say ok - really I love this hotel. But I’d prefer checking im to be with a person. ;)
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
Room was stunning and spotless, staff were so friendly upon check in and check out. It was such a nice touch when we arrived to check in we was given a glass of Prosecco each.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Great room & friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village
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.
Piccadilly
If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like Royal Exchange Theatre and jump on the metro at Market Street Station to see more of the city.
