Visit Central Retail District
Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre 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
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Heaton Park, a popular green space 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 theatre scene and shops.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Murder Detective Self-Guided Tour in Manchester
North Wales Sightseeing Adventure Day Trip from Manchester
Top hotels in Central Retail District
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Staff were welcoming, although reception was very busy and very slow and not very attentive on arrival, our arrival had been delayed and we were in a rush, the queue was almost out the door and it felt like staff were just hovering. Room was ok, a little small for two people to walk around and get ...
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Hotel Gotham
One of the friendliest hotels I’ve stayed in!
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
Very Cool hotel!
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Stock Exchange Hotel, Manchester, Autograph Collection
Excellent location
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Hotel was great
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Very smooth check in. Professional and courteous staff. Bar and restaurant were modern and the servers fabulous. I especially thought the staff highly organized and professional when a plane load of customers arrived after a cancelled flight. The staff processed these passengers quickly and the restaurant ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 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.
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
Chinatown is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manchester Art Gallery and Imperial Chinese Archway while in the area.
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 area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
Central Retail District
- Exchange Square
- Old Trafford
- Peak District National Park
- Trafford Centre
- Heaton Park
- Etihad Stadium
- Salford Quays
- Deansgate
- AO Arena
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Canal Street
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- Manchester Palace Theatre
- Manchester Opera House
- Manchester Arndale
- MediaCityUK
- Bridgewater Hall
- University of Bolton Stadium
- Tatton Park
- St. Peter's Square
- Gulliver's World - Warrington
- The Lowry Art and Entertainment
