Central Retail District
Manchester
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 lively bars and its acclaimed theater scene.
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
During your trip to Manchester, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Trafford Centre. 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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Explore Manchester Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Snowdonia, Chester & North Wales from Manchester
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Shopping near by, very friendly staff
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Clean room, staff attentive, breakfast optional. Great for the airport.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Nice room, carpets and surfaces are getting a little tired and stained but still the cost and location is perfect for a pre holiday airport stopover.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Great hotel, helpful staff, funky interior styling. The location was great, a short walk from Victoria or Piccadilly. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
Always perfect because the hotel is so lovely and quiet at night time. The beds are like home.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Manchester Portland By Sunday
Perfect
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
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 The Opera House.
NOMA
While there might not be top attractions in NOMA, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Football Museum and Printworks.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Affleck's Palace and Market Street.
