Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
St. Peter's Square
St. Peter's Square may now be a peaceful space overlooked by historical buildings – but it was once the site of an atrocity that shook Manchester and Britain.
Manchester Christmas Market
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Manchester Christmas Market. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
Albert Square
A fine square to observe one of Manchester's finest buildings – or a great gathering place for football triumph. Either way Albert Square is bound to please.
Manchester City Hall
Admired for its stunning Victorian Gothic exterior, it's the lesser-known, but equally majestic, halls inside that make the Town Hall an enthralling experience.
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.
Activities
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Our pick of the best Civic Quarter Hotel Deals
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Fabulous hotel. Very good location and clean. Easy check in and check out.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
The Alan
Room upgraded to a lovely big airy room
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Central location, great staff and rooms, stayed several times and will use again
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Staff were so helpful and very friendly Facilities were perfect
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Room very comfortable and restaurant excellent food and service
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Awesome hotel would stay again!!
Reviewed on 24 Dec 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.
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.
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 Bridgewater Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
