Visit Central Retail District
Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre during your stay in Manchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
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 favorite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theater scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums.
Piccadilly Gardens
Kick back and relax at Manchester’s most popular green space and transport hub, and marvel at the city’s most controversial architecture.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Snowdonia, Chester & North Wales from Manchester
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Polite staff lovely room
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
Loved our stay at BrewDog DogHouse! The hotel was located in the perfect spot for walking and access to public transit. The property and room felt clean, modern, safe, also very cozy and comfortable. The staff of the hotel and restaurant were incredibly friendly, helpful, kind. We ate at the property ...
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Great big spacious room, really comfortable and quick shuttle to/from airport terminal the staff was also very helpful and pleasant
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Room/staff and bar were all amazing, what a great start to the holidays
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Very nice and comfortable great stay
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Beautiful hotel. Clean and spacious.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Retail District
Civic Quarter
While you're in Civic Quarter, take in top sights like Manchester City Hall and jump on the metro at St Peters Square 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.
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.
Spinningfields
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or Deansgate.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Gay Village
If you're spending some time in Gay Village, Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
