Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
St. Peter's Square
The site of the infamous Peterloo Massacre and home to a number of heritage-listed buildings, this square at the heart of the city is filled with history.
Albert Square
This large square is one of Manchester’s most popular meeting spots, and the location for festivals, markets and football victory parades.
Manchester City Hall
Housing various works of art and home to the offices of the City Council, Manchester Town Hall is an impressive Victorian building.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Manchester Central Library
Head away from the busy city centre and relax in one of Manchester’s most culturally significant buildings.
St Mary's The Hidden Gem
Find out about the history of Manchester when you take a trip to St Mary's The Hidden Gem. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
a&o Manchester City Centre
Great value deal. Close to the centre of the city. Easy access to public transportation. Large room with windows. Not very clean but it is acceptable. Seperated toilet and shower. Nice and helpful staff. But please be aware to bring yourself a kettle and a cup with you. The room does not offer any ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Great hotel in a really good location. I have stayed here before so I would defo recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
Hotel was clean and staff helpful. Could hear neighbours next door who flouted the no smoking rule in rooms, but staff were courteous in sorting that out. Bar was reasonably priced. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Fantastic stay. Helpful attentive staff member on check in (Tom?) Room lovely and clean and really well equipped. Bed comfortable. Will stay again
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Alan
great staff and a great experience. . Centrally placed highly recommended.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Forty Seven Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
All staff were friendly and helpful . All the decor in the hotel is very tasteful and the room was extremely nice. The bath robes were really good and the high end toiletries gave it a luxurious feel. Despite a room being on the corner so facing 2 main roads the room was surprisingly quiet . We had ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Civic Quarter
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.
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.
Spinningfields
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Spinningfields. You might want to make time for a stop at Manchester Opera House or People's History Museum.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
First Street
First Street might not have many top sights, but Old Trafford and O2 Ritz Manchester are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
