Popular places to visit
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Top hotels in Ancoats
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Nice room, clean, good food, staff helpful
Reviewed on 14 Jan, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Great clean & spacious room, quick check-in
Reviewed on 11 Jan, 2026
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Cozy, clean rooms.
Reviewed on 15 Jan, 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
All good excellent shower
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Motel One Manchester Piccadilly
Convenient location, clean room friendly staff, had everything for my stay on business.
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Central
Very comfortable hotel in a good location and a great price. Convenient for events at Bridgewater Hall and close to a metro stop. Breakfast was reasonably priced with a good selection of both continental and hot food.
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ancoats
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
While you're in New Islington, take in top sights like Rochdale Canal and jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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 of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
NOMA
NOMA might not have many top sights, but National Football Museum and Printworks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
