Northern Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
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Popular places to visit
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.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Manchester Central Convention Complex
Learn about the events happening in Manchester Central Convention Complex during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Northern Quarter
Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG
"A short walk to the mall. But abit of a dated and basic hotel"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Manchester City Centre by IHG
"Good location, nice hotel and lovely staff"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Malacuna Manchester
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Britannia Sachas Hotel
"Check in was disgusting. Queue a mile long. When getting to the reception counter, even though we'd checked in online, they were wanting ID off everyone. I for one didn't have any because we never got told we needed it. In the end he asked to see my bank card. I only had it digital on my phone. No ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
easyHotel Manchester
"It's exactly what it says on the tin! It's basic. Somewhere to sleep in the city centre that is easy to get to and doesn't try and fool you into thinking it's anything but a budget hotel. Has everything you need, room is a little tight to get around but otherwise grand."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"I was absolutely stunned that a full hotel, walking distance from an airport, was so quiet! I've never had a better night's sleep in any hotel in my life. The bed and bedding were very comfortable, and I never heard a single neighbor or elevator or jet. So A++ for that. Also, hotel is walking distance ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter
Ancoats
While Ancoats may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Manchester Conference Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
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.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
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.
