Spinningfields Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Manchester Opera House
The Manchester Opera House has seen much drama, in its time – and not so much opera – but remains a glorious palace of entertainment.
People's History Museum
Follow the sometimes tumultuous development of democracy in Britain when you tour this captivating museum set in an old Edwardian pump station.
John Rylands Research Institute and Library
A red-stoned 'cathedral' that's a treasure-store for some of the oldest and most important books and manuscripts from literary history.
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
You can take time to visit Etihad Stadium during your travels to Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Manchester: Media City & The Quays Guided Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Spinningfields
Civic Quarter
While you're in Civic Quarter, take in top sights like Manchester City Hall and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station to see more of the city.
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.
Castlefield
Castlefield is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Castlefield Bowl and Beetham Tower while in the area.
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.
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.
- Manchester Opera House
- Peak District National Park
- Old Trafford
- Heaton Park
- AO Arena
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- Piccadilly Gardens
- University of Manchester
- O2 Apollo Manchester
- Tatton Park
- Manchester Palace Theatre
- Manchester Arndale
- Bridgewater Hall
- Haydock Park Racecourse
- Contact
- National Football Museum
- St. Peter's Square
- The Lowry Art and Entertainment
- Gulliver's World - Warrington