Northern Quarter

Manchester

Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter
Photo by Jenn Shelton

Taste craft beers and stroll down the lively streets of this alternative district, noticing the vinyl record stores, street art and indie fashion boutiques.

Bohemian boutiques and trendy restaurants go some way towards characterizing the lively and eclectic Northern Quarter of Manchester. Following a major re-development in the 1990s, the zone became a hub for music and fashion.

Browse the array of trinkets and unconventional clothing in Afflecks, which was formerly a department store. Today, independent stores thrive in this multi-level redbrick building. Purchase decades-old comic books and board games in this hipster haven, where wacky works of art line the walls. You’ll also find a varied selection of alternative art at the Richard Goodall Gallery.

Stay in the area into the night and sip on intriguingly named cocktails in the quirky bars and retro taverns. International brands and homemade casks make up the beer selections.

Hit the night clubs with your friends or go to one of the many live music venues. Among the most iconic is Band on the Wall, which has a bar and a shop. End your day on a lighter note by watching a few comedy routines at the Frog and Bucket Comedy Club, or try your luck at the Admiral Casino: Manchester.

In addition to its eccentricities, the Northern Quarter also has museums providing a window into its past. Inspect the displays at the Greater Manchester Police Museum, where you can see old patrol cars and learn about the city’s policing during wartime.

In the southeastern corner of the district lies Piccadilly Basin, where the Rochdale Canal meanders between department stores, bars and apartment blocks.

The Northern Quarter can be found a little northeast of the city center of Manchester. Ride the tram to Shudehill or Piccadilly Gardens, which bookend this lively quarter. Manchester Piccadilly railway station is a short walk south. Visit some of the sights in the surrounding area, such as the Royal Exchange Theatre, the National Football Museum and Manchester Art Gallery.



Top hotels in Northern Quarter

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG

3 out of 5
Goadsby St Off Swan St, Manchester, England
The price is P4,092 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P4,092
P5,003 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,033 reviews)
"Room was clean. Everything you could need for an over night stay. Bed was comfy, but by no means ideal for all sleepers. Bounced around when husband turned over. Rooms are always too hot for me, so had to use the fan, which thankfully was supplied in the room. Would stay again for events though."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Manchester City Centre Arena by IHG
Britannia Sachas Hotel

Britannia Sachas Hotel

3 out of 5
Tib Street, Back Piccadilly, Manchester, England
The price is P2,403 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
P2,403
P2,977 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,320 reviews)
"Second time staying at the hotel, fast and easy check in, cosy rooms and affordable."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Britannia Sachas Hotel
Crowne Plaza Hotel Manchester City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Manchester City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
70 Shudehill, Manchester, England
The price is P5,104 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P5,104
P6,218 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Short city break
"Enjoyable 3 night stay. The service in the club lounge was excellent. Staff very friendly, attentive and informative. Would definitely stay here on our next visit."

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Crowne Plaza Hotel Manchester City Centre by IHG
easyHotel Manchester

easyHotel Manchester

2 out of 5
33 Dale Street, Manchester, England
The price is P2,727 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
P2,727
P3,366 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"TV connecting to the wifi was a problem"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

easyHotel Manchester
Malacuna Manchester

Malacuna Manchester

3 out of 5
15 Hilton Street, Manchester, England
The price is P3,548 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P3,548
P4,257 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hostel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (211 reviews)
"Everything was good but the noice levels from the street during the nights was terrible. Except of that nothing to complain!"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2025

Malacuna Manchester
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly

4 out of 5
London Road, Manchester, England
The price is P6,272 per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
P6,272
P7,620 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (897 reviews)
"Perfect location for trafford stadium"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
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Other neighbourhoods around Northern Quarter

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Ancoats

Though Ancoats might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Manchester Arndale and Printworks.

Ancoats
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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 the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.

Piccadilly
Albert Square featuring heritage architecture, a square or plaza and street scenes

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.

Manchester City Centre
Chinatown featuring street scenes, signage and night scenes

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.

Chinatown
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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.

Gay Village
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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.

Central Retail District


Northern Quarter