Central Retail District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Retail District
Popular places to visit
Royal Exchange Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Royal Exchange Theatre on your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. 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 entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Activities
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Manchester: "The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience" Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Central Retail District Hotel Deals
Motel One Manchester - Royal Exchange
Everything lovely
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
BrewDog DogHouse Manchester
Really lovely hotel, but bathroom is a bit weird
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Ideal location
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
We arrived 11pm after a concert at the Coop Arena my son had been in and needed to leave the hotel at 3.30am for our early flight. I booked the Clayton for ease - we knew it would be a very short stay but thought we were paying for a high standard of room just to make things a bit easier. We arrived ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Hotel charged my card with a “Service Charge” upon departure. Took £10 as a tip. I wasn’t warned or asked about this. They refunded when I asked, but why should I ask for my money back?
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Manchester Airport by IHG
Staff were lovely
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Retail District
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.
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.
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.
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.
NOMA
NOMA might not have many top sights, but Etihad Stadium and National Football Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
