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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.
Ordsall Hall
You can learn about the history of Salford when you stop by Ordsall Hall. Attend a football game 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 lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Salford Museum and Art Gallery in Salford. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise
Blackfriars Hotel Deals
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Clean room, convenient from airport, transport to the city from airport; restaurant downstairs serced delicious food.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Good clean room with courteous staff. Had a lovely dinner there that night. However we had a water leak in the bathroom at 9pm, when we notified staff they came up and upgraded us into an Executive sweet for the night.
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
The Alan
Lovely staff. Comfy beds and spacious room. Good variety at breakfast and good coffee. We observed staff act professionally when dealing with challenging custmers.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Room was great, spotless, tv didn’t work but wasn’t a problem as we spent the evening in the bar. We had a nice meal but drinks are on the expensive side. We took advantage of the shuttle service from the train station on arrival and then again next morning to the terminal for our flight. Second ...
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Vlean room, great location, helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
The room and surroundings were beautiful. We had a few drinks in the bar staff were very pleasant, listened to some great funky music with the saxophone guy roaming the floor. A special mention to Tom on reception who we checked in with, he was so welcoming, friendly and he gave us a room with a ...
Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Blackfriars
Greengate
Greengate might not have many top sights, but AO Arena and Exchange Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.