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What to do in Manchester
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's fascinating museums 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.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
University of Manchester
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Manchester during your travels in Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Piccadilly Gardens
Kick back and relax at Manchester’s most popular green space and transport hub, and marvel at the city’s most controversial architecture.
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
Areas of Manchester
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.
Old Trafford
Travellers choose Old Trafford for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Trafford Bar Tram Stop or Old Trafford Tram Stop and check out top sights like Old Trafford.
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.
Northern Quarter
Taste craft beers and stroll down the lively streets of this alternative district, noticing the vinyl record stores, street art and indie fashion boutiques.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
Oxford Road Corridor
While visiting Oxford Road Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Manchester Museum and Contact.
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