Central Retail District
![Central Retail District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ff0939bfc6d5d6bf0ce8227026317c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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 entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theater scene and shops.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Manchester Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Sightseeing Tour
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District
Manchester: The Coronation Street Experience
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Hire Photographer, Professional Photo Shoot - Manchester
Top hotels in Central Retail District
![Britannia Hotel Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41600/41523/d182077f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 12, 2024
![Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18170000/18168100/18168070/091785d6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2024
![Hotel Gotham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9730000/9726700/9726657/3d5d3f1a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
![Stock Exchange Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38780000/38779400/38779387/3ad9e83a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
![BrewDog DogHouse Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66600000/66594500/66594438/6402cd94_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024
![Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41600/41531/09327b36_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Central Retail District
![St. Peter\\\'s Square which includes railway items, a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/38000/38163-St-Peters-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Albert Square which includes a city, street scenes and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40504-Albert-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 showing night scenes, a city and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40557-Manchester.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![People\'s History Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/120000/120550-Peoples-History-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
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Gay Village
If you're spending some time in Gay Village, Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial are top sights worth seeing.