Civic Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Civic Quarter
Popular places to visit
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 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. 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 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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Our pick of the best Civic Quarter Hotel Deals
a&o Manchester City Centre
"The room was extremely small, and the bathroom was not clean at all. The bed and sheets were dirty, and the floor was clearly not cleaned properly. There were no basic amenities in the room not even simple hotel slippers, tissues, or a small bottle of water. I was very disappointed with my stay and ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
"Self check in, Four computers in lobby to check in. Beginning at 3:00pm, It seems faster than waiting in line at a front desk. There are staff in lobby to help using the check in computers. Coffee machine on each floor, along with hot water. It's very nice and easy to use. My single bed room was ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Wilde Manchester City Centre
"Excellent place to stay in Manchester. Everything you need is there… thanks"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Motel One Manchester-St. Peter's Square
"Quick and easy check in very friendly staff team station on doorstep will visit again"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Alan
"Had a lovely stay. The bed was so big and comfy!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
"Nice pizzas . Comfy bed but room got hot in the middle of the night but it was in the middle of a heat wave the aircon seemed to switch off in the night other then that great stay"
Reviewed on 26 May 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 Deansgate.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
