Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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 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.
Activities
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Our pick of the best Civic Quarter Hotel Deals
a&o Manchester City Centre
Hotel wasnt too bad. Good location. Bar area is pleasnt. Checking in was slow and long winded needed id and had to fill in details online again dispite filling details to book online intially. Had alot easier and smoother checks in at better hotels Bathroom smelt of bad drains when you run water. ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Lovely modern room good size, staff great, tea/coffee near the lifts on every floor with fresh milk, iron on every floor, breakfast lovely, we had a great stay x
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
Really convenient and easy for central Manchester business trip
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Motel One Manchester St. Peter's Square
Room was too cold and heating ineffective.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Alan
Clean spacious room. Helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Awful customer service
Reviewed on 11 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.
