Civic Quarter
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
Albert Square
This public gathering place for football victory parades, festivals and a popular European-style Christmas market is surrounded by Victorian architecture.
St. Peter's Square
Feel the tide of history at this central square, the site of the famous Peterloo Massacre and home to several impressive heritage-listed civic buildings.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices.
Manchester City Hall
This impressive Victorian building is home to precious works of art as well as the offices and halls of the City Council.
St Mary's The Hidden Gem
Find out about the history of Manchester when you spend time at St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Manchester Central Library
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city center and enjoy the excellent resources at one of the most iconic and culturally significant buildings in the city.
Things to do
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Civic Quarter Hotel Deals
a&o Manchester City Centre
"Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast needs a bit more choice of food but was ok. Room was very clean and very accessible to the city center"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"Great for a business trip. Clean, well presented. Would stay again."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
"Lovely stay. Fantastic views. Perfect room."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
"It was my second stay at Motel One, St Peter's square, both on business, and I had a comfortable, peaceful stay both times. It is a hotel that my company use regularly. For people looking, note the "healthy" breakfast. (No cooked English breakfast!)"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
The Alan
"Well located in the city centre and close to lots of eateries. Excellent staff very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very good with lots of choices."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Perfect night before flight experience. Close to T2 via railway station and sky bridge."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Civic Quarter
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.
Chinatown
Travelers come to Chinatown for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and Imperial Chinese Archway while you're in town.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like King Street Manchester and jump on the metro at Market Street Station to see more of the city.
Spinningfields
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or People's History Museum.
Gay Village
If you're spending some time in Gay Village, Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
First Street
When in First Street, you can plan a visit to Old Trafford and O2 Ritz Manchester, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
