Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Manchester
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices.
Albert Square
This large square is one of Manchester’s most popular meeting spots, and the location for festivals, markets and football victory parades.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Civic Quarter
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Spotless room. Bigger than expected. Free coffee machine. What’s not to love?!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
The Alan
amazing staff let us check in on arrival before noon. Outstanding quality and value of breakfast. Huge room; nice to have a bath not just a sower.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Spotlessly clean and exceptional value for money, would absolutely recommend!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Great room with city view. Lovely hotel, really enjoyed our stay 😊
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Forty Seven Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
Nice room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Roomzzz Manchester City
Rajaa the receptionist was so polite and helpful. Fabulous stay
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
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.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
First Street
First Street might not have many top sights, but Old Trafford and Deansgate Locks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
