Gay Village Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gay Village
Popular places to visit
Canal Street
During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.
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
During your trip to Manchester, you can enjoy retail therapy at Trafford Centre. Experience the area's fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Deansgate
During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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 Gay Village Hotel Deals
Townhouse Hotel Manchester
Lovely hotel in an ideal city location. Decent breakfast buffet available
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Just as good as always! Cheap and cheerful and well placed for Manchester City centre and very close to Piccadilly Gardens which is great for returning late after a show.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
Clean room and friendliness of staff. Great breakfast too
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
10/10
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Nice hotel with a relaxed vibe! Staff friends and good location for T2
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Treehouse Hotel Manchester
Huge room (studio suite), amazing design and great location. Very clean, and great price. Only minor thing was the lights in living room half didn’t work when I reported it no one came to fix it. I would still definitely recommend and will be back.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village
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.
Piccadilly
If you're spending time in Piccadilly, check out sights like Market Street or Rochdale Canal and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
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.
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
Central Retail District
While you're in Central Retail District, take in top sights like King Street Manchester and jump on the metro at Market Street Station to see more of the city.
