Title: Bradford Travel Guide: Best of Bradford, Manchester Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Bradford](https://expedia.co.uk/Bradford-Manchester-Hotels.0-n872586983969562624-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Manchester](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Manchester.d2205.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Manchester](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Manchester.d2205.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Bradford Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bradford.d872586983969562624.Car-Hire-Guide)[Bradford Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Bradford.d872586983969562624.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bradford Travel Guide ## Manchester ![An aerial drone shot of Saltaire,the Victorian era Salt's Mill and associated residential district located by the River Aire and Leeds and Liverpool Canal is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site an](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/373f8e13-fd33-493e-a252-f6b8d5f9d122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![An aerial drone shot of Saltaire,the Victorian era Salt's Mill and associated residential district located by the River Aire and Leeds and Liverpool Canal is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site an](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/373f8e13-fd33-493e-a252-f6b8d5f9d122.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2205/62d758b5-0514-4f33-9cd6-9f27f36b920c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Scene of valiant 2-0 dfeat.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/16fd4478-1470-4f95-939c-7ee254b607ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/16fd4478-1470-4f95-939c-7ee254b607ad.jpg) by [dom fellowes](https://www.flickr.com/people/7787006@N02) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ![Uefa Cup Final 2008](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/b26d3d1a-d09d-4f1d-aaf6-ad4f8e8d3c86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/872586983969562624/b26d3d1a-d09d-4f1d-aaf6-ad4f8e8d3c86.jpg) by [George Groutas](https://www.flickr.com/people/22083482@N03) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ## Visit Bradford Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Manchester travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester.dx2205) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Manchester Skyline and Manchester Sport City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079153/83348eff-419d-4895-80fb-3810e95fc311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Etihad Stadium 4.5/5(141 reviews) Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Etihad-Stadium-Bradford.d6079153.Attraction) ![Old Trafford](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501661/cbc67ce6-f0fa-4f16-b3be-0c60b313adc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Trafford 4/5(350 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Trafford-Old-Trafford.d501661.Attraction) ![Espectacular view of this glamorous mall. Manchester United Kingdom ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004296/6f7f5745-d025-4c23-b79a-c3fffd94e5a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Trafford Centre 4/5(208 reviews) During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafford-Centre-Trafford-Park.d6150911.Attraction) ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507970/388ef7cd-e275-4da2-9571-bdfa384a886a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Heaton Park 4/5(64 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Heaton-Park-Manchester.d507970.Attraction) ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054109/ed999ec5-4aa4-4fe7-a360-0463e8cbcb4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Deansgate 4/5(111 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deansgate-Manchester-City-Centre.d6054109.Attraction) ![Manchester_ManchesterArena_6079173-2](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079173/4764ddd2-6d87-49d8-8be2-ccc50fe47dd2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### AO Arena 4.5/5(234 reviews) Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AO-Arena-Manchester-City-Centre.d6079173.Attraction) ### Things to do ![interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/208950/1323b4d8-8426-415b-9649-6406df842dff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience £26 per traveller **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hard-rock-cafe-manchester-dining-experience.a208950.activity-details) ![Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47062969/42efbc89-f346-457d-9d87-03e865ecebd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-alcotraz-immersive-cocktail-experience-ticket.a47062969.activity-details) ![Visit Caernarfon Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4087133/fbfa90f8-21ee-4848-b269-ea036e62a752.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester £58 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/north-wales-caernarfon-castle-full-day-tour-from-manchester.a4087133.activity-details) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2931592/60e7a6a2-35a7-4eb5-90e1-2ad867ccdc1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour £50 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details) ![Manchester City Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48091135/1187ffbd-f371-4baf-a9ed-62c4f5e6183a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Manchester City Highlights Walking Tour £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-city-highlights-walking-tour.a48091135.activity-details) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip £59 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details) [See all activities in Manchester](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Manchester.d2205.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Bradford ![TRIBE Manchester Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104100000/104090600/104090506/ffff562f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### TRIBE Manchester Airport Chicago Avenue Manchester England Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £85 20 Feb - 21 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions The Runway Visitor Park and Quarry ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,592 reviews) Seamless check in Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=104090506&PinnedHotelID=104090506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) ![Treehouse Hotel Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91710000/91703200/91703156/ffbcc4bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Treehouse Hotel Manchester Blackfriars Street Manchester England £103 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Trafford ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (600 reviews) Huge room (studio suite), amazing design and great location. Very clean, and great price. Only minor thing was the lights in living room half didn’t work when I reported it no one came to fix it. I would still definitely recommend and will be back. Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=91703156&PinnedHotelID=91703156&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) ![Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17900/17821/88034f54_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG Ringway Road Manchester England £84 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,195 reviews) Room was spotless and staff were very nice and helpful. I must say that the room we had on the ground floor felt really quite cool despite the ac on at 29 deg. The cold air came from the windows despite them all being closed. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=17821&PinnedHotelID=17821&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) ![Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/120100/120016/e9128637_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport Chicago Avenue Manchester England £139 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (2,916 reviews) Very comfortable and clean room, great location and the meal in the hotel restaurant was superb Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=120016&PinnedHotelID=120016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) ![Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69570000/69562600/69562567/dd897e82_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre Charles Street Manchester England £62 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,490 reviews) The beds were so comfortable, clean and quiet at night .. no traffic noise .. berry good Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=69562567&PinnedHotelID=69562567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) ![Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41600/41531/33cc8be0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport Outwood Lane Manchester England £88 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (3,236 reviews) Although the room was showing a bit of wear and tear and the table lamp wasn’t working, the bed was super comfy and the bath water was roasting. Had a drink in the grill room which had a lovely ambience until they switched to the football blasting out rather than the inviting music when I first sat ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=41531&PinnedHotelID=41531&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=872586983969562624) [See all 4,092 properties in Bradford](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=872586983969562624) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Bradford hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=872586983969562624&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Bradford ![Boats moored in a canal in New Islington newly developed area in Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398322/077a4ca3-da2f-4957-a9dc-0b041a200ba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Islington 4/5(24 area reviews) While you're in New Islington, take in top sights like Rochdale Canal and jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-New-Islington.dx553248635976398322) ![Aerial view of Manchester’s skyline with clustered tall modern towers photographed over Ancoats area. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/807203778062974976/4c82258e-a575-48c8-85d4-e270f9b60717.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Ancoats.dx807203778062974976) ![What a great find, equal to if not better than it's neighbour Cloudwater Barrel Store ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2205/93f66c41-9f64-4680-9b9d-36f338fa38e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Piccadilly If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Piccadilly.dx807351238026252288) ![Piccadilly Gardens which includes rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507969/c21a3642-7101-4317-878b-d83689dbb2f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Northern Quarter 4/5(353 area reviews) Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Northern-Quarter.dx6150995) ![HB6M1A Whitworth House, The Manchester College, Openshaw Campus, Whitworth Street, Openshaw, Manchester, England UK.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000699045/f6a020ff-1cef-4dbe-8b2e-a6726a7a5091.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Openshaw When in Openshaw, you can plan a visit to The Monastery and National Cycling Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Openshaw.dx3000699045) ![Just in case the bar names don't give it away, there are now these handy little street signs too. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2205/149cdcd5-8293-4858-be28-5b1a0dda735c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Gay Village While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Gay-Village.dx802634753000173568) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Bradford Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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