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What to do in Manchester
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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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. 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 entertainment choices.
Piccadilly Gardens
Watch the world go by and take a look at Manchester’s most controversial architecture at the city’s busiest green space and transport hub.
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Piccadilly Gardens or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
Didsbury
Visitors often come to Didsbury for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Wilmslow Road and Didsbury Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Didsbury Village Tram Stop.
Trafford Park
While you're in Trafford Park, take in top sights like Trafford Centre or Old Trafford, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Parkway Tram Stop or Village Tram Stop.
- Old Trafford
- Trafford Centre
- Etihad Stadium
- AO Arena
- Heaton Park
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Canal Street
- Deansgate
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Manchester Palace Theatre
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- Manchester Opera House
- Manchester Arndale
- Manchester Christmas Market
- National Football Museum
- Manchester Academy
- Bridgewater Hall
- Albert Square
- Manchester Cathedral
- St. Peter's Square
- Museum of Science and Industry
- Manchester City Hall
- Imperial War Museum North
- Printworks
- Beetham Tower
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