Manchester

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St. Peter\\\'s Square which includes railway items, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Manchester Art Gallery showing interior views and art as well as an individual femail
Manchester Museum
Manchester City Hall featuring heritage architecture and interior views
Manchester City Hall featuring heritage architecture and interior views

Where to stay in Manchester

Albert Square which includes a city, street scenes and a square or plaza

Manchester City Centre

4.5/5(348 area reviews)

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.

Manchester City Centre
Piccadilly Basin is an exciting and historic contribution to Manchester's open spaces. It anchors the southern margin of the Northern Quarter and links through to Ancoats, it is also the counter balance to Castlefield. Get there along the Rochdale Canal, past the only canal lock in the country that sits beneath a building! #LifeAtExpedia #Manchester #NQ #Reflections

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 the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

Piccadilly
Old Trafford featuring a statue or sculpture

Old Trafford

Consider a visit to Old Trafford and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Old Trafford. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop.

Old Trafford
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Northern Quarter

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.

Northern Quarter
Imperial War Museum North featuring interior views

Trafford Park

While you're in Trafford Park, take in top sights like Trafford Centre or Old Trafford, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Parkway Tram Stop or Village Tram Stop.

Trafford Park
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Didsbury

4/5(10 area reviews)

If you're in Didsbury, take some time to enjoy the ample dining options. Consider a stop by Wilmslow Road, and you can hop on the metro at Didsbury Village Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Didsbury
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Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
4 out of 5
Outwood Lane, Manchester Airport, Manchester, England
$117 nightly
The price is $141 total per night from Jun 20 to Jun 21
$141 total
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,925 reviews)
"Great location. Bathroom was a little worn. Chipped sink."

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
TRIBE Manchester Airport
TRIBE Manchester Airport
4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue, Manchester, England
$114 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
$137 total
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
"Check in and out very easy. Friendly helpfu staff. Very comfortable bed in a nice room"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2025

TRIBE Manchester Airport
Ox Hotel Manchester
Ox Hotel Manchester
3 out of 5
612 Albert St., Sentinel House, Manchester, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"It was absolutely fine for us. We had an early flight leaving from Manchester so we booked this hotel as it is only a 16min drive from the airport. Note: It’s in a low emission zone that’s under review. Staff great, Bar food fine, room good except for mattresses. As another reviewer stated the springs ..."

Reviewed on Jun 11, 2025

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Whitworth Locke
Whitworth Locke
4 out of 5
74 Princess St., Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,110 reviews)
Mid week stop
"Amber was incredibly friendly and efficient on check in, the studio room was spotlessly clean and so well equipped. We would certainly stay again"

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

Whitworth Locke
Native Manchester
Native Manchester
4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street, Manchester, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (784 reviews)
"The team were outstanding"

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

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Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
4 out of 5
8B Gateway House, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,962 reviews)
"A great stay. All that was needed was provided."

Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025

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Popular places to visit

Old Trafford

Old Trafford

4.5/5(148 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
The Trafford Centre is a large indoor shopping centre and leisure complex in Greater Manchester, England.

Trafford Centre

4.5/5(32 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favorite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.

Trafford Centre
A friend and I went to see Ed Sheeran where Anne Marie and Jamie Lawson were supporting acts. All were amazing performances and the atmosphere was great!. Ed commented he was particularly impressed with the Mexican wave we had going all around the stadium. #LifeatExpedia #Concert #UK #Manchester #EdSheeran #AnneMarie #JamieLawson #Music

Etihad Stadium

4.5/5(22 reviews)

You can take time to visit Etihad Stadium during your travels to Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Etihad Stadium
Heaton Park

Heaton Park

5/5(6 reviews)

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

Heaton Park
AO Arena

AO Arena

4/5(74 reviews)

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

AO Arena
Deansgate

Deansgate

4/5(11 reviews)

During your trip to Manchester, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Deansgate

Things to do

Manchester: City Bus Tour

Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

$18
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience

$35
per traveler
88% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
From Manchester: Lake District Including Lake Cruise & Train

Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

$107
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride
Manchester: Visit Manchester Pass with Entry Tickets & Tours

Manchester: Visit Manchester Pass with Entry Tickets & Tours

$105
per adult
Manchester: Visit Manchester Pass with Entry Tickets & Tours
North Wales and Caernarfon Castle from Manchester

North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester

$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
The Manchester Cheese Crawl

Manchester Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour

$68
per adult
Manchester Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour
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Reviews of Manchester

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
196
5 - Excellent 38%
4 - Good
235
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
69
3 - Okay 13%
2 - Disappointing
11
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

I didn’t visit Manchester at all; just flew in and out from there.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Manchester was a great and very friendly place to visit and I would recommend it to anyone traveling to the UK. Plenty of shops,Pubs and restaurants where ever you walk . I am looking forward to returning with my wife to the Manchester.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

We didn't stay in Manchester - only saw the airport and train station.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Amazing city with amazing people....More friendly than the South I.e London

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice walkable city felt very safe

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I really fell in love with Manchester. The people are fantastic. The architecture is amazing. So much to see and do.

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Photo "Chadderton" by Bill Boaden (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Bill Boaden (CC BY-SA)

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Photo by david newton (CC BY-SA)

Cheadle

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