Popular places to visit
Old Trafford
Cheer on soccer players during an exhilarating match and tour this 75,000-capacity stadium, home to one of Britain’s greatest soccer teams.
Trafford Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
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.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Things to do
From Manchester: Lake District Tour
Old Trafford: Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour
Manchester Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Sightseeing Tour
Manchester: The Coronation Street Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Ancoats
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
Even though there aren't top sights in New Islington, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Etihad Stadium. Jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
NOMA
If you're spending some time in NOMA, Market Street and CIS Solar Tower are top sights worth seeing.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Etihad Stadium or Piccadilly Gardens and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
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.
- Peak District National Park
- Old Trafford
- Trafford Centre
- Etihad Stadium
- Salford Quays
- AO Arena
- Canal Street
- Heaton Park
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Deansgate
- University of Manchester
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Tatton Park
- Manchester Central Convention Complex
- Manchester Palace Theatre
- Manchester Opera House
- National Football Museum
- Manchester Arndale
- Contact
- MediaCityUK
- University of Bolton Stadium
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Bridgewater Hall
- Manchester Cathedral
- Haydock Park Racecourse
- Gulliver's World - Warrington
- Wilmslow Road
- The Lowry Art and Entertainment
- Manchester Academy
- University of Salford