Civic Quarter
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
St. Peter's Square
The site of the infamous Peterloo Massacre and home to a number of heritage-listed buildings, this square at the heart of the city is filled with history.
Albert Square
This large square is one of Manchester’s most popular meeting spots, and the location for festivals, markets and football victory parades.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Manchester City Hall
Housing various works of art and home to the offices of the City Council, Manchester Town Hall is an impressive Victorian building.
St Mary's The Hidden Gem
Find out about the history of Manchester when you spend time at St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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.
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 Civic Quarter
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Breakfast was delicious and the staff were lovely. Convinient location and walkable into the city centre, with a supermarket just outside for snacks.
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
The Alan
Room upgraded to a lovely big airy room
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Nice hotel, clean, modern, comfortable room and bed. Great location.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Forty Seven Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
Lovely room, very helpful staff.
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Staff were so helpful and very friendly Facilities were perfect
Reviewed on Dec 21, 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
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Quarter
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
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.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like Royal Exchange Theatre and jump on the metro at Market 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.
Gay Village
If you're spending some time in Gay Village, Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial are top sights worth seeing.
First Street
When in First Street, you can plan a visit to Old Trafford and Deansgate Locks, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
