Gay Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gay Village
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Photo by Marjorie Kuss
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Photo by Amanda Berry
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Photo by Iain McLean
Photo by Iain McLean
Photo by Iain McLean

Popular places to visit

Canal Street

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.

Canal Street
Old Trafford

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.

Old Trafford
Trafford Centre

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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Trafford Centre
Heaton Park

Heaton Park

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Heaton Park, a popular green space in Manchester. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Heaton Park
Etihad Stadium

Etihad Stadium

Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.

Etihad Stadium
Deansgate

Deansgate

During your trip to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Deansgate. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

Deansgate

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

AU$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

AU$145
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

AU$141
per adult
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
North Wales and Caernarfon Castle from Manchester

North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester

AU$174
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
Luggage Storage in Manchester

Luggage Storage in Manchester

AU$13
per adult
Luggage Storage in Manchester
interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience

AU$53
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
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Our pick of the best Gay Village Hotel Deals

Britannia Hotel Manchester

Britannia Hotel Manchester

3 out of 5
35 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is AU$78 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$78
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (2,212 reviews)
"Central property, lovely building , dated but it didn't matter for our one night stay in the city. The room was clean and had everything we needed. Downside, if your staying in the summer ,a free standing fan was provided in the room but I missed air con ."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Britannia Hotel Manchester
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG

voco Manchester City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
59 Portland St, Manchester, England
The price is AU$150 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$150
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,555 reviews)
"Fab modern hotel within easy walking distance of the city centre and the tram if you want to travel a bit further. Staff were really welcoming and helpful on check-in, and also when we requested travel advice. We only booked a standard room, so I was surprised at how spacious it was. Super modern, ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre

4 out of 5
55 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is AU$200 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$200
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Great hotel and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
Townhouse Hotel Manchester

Townhouse Hotel Manchester

4 out of 5
101 Portland Street, Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great long bathtub!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

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Townhouse Hotel Manchester
Ville Hotel

Ville Hotel

3 out of 5
Canal St, Manchester, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Old Trafford and Heaton Park are ...
7.2/10 Good! (50 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

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Ville Hotel
Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted

Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted

4 out of 5
2 Canal Street, Manchester, England
The price is AU$183 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$183
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The hotel is great. That said, the location is a double edged sword. It is in the heart of the gay district, which is amazing as it’s alive and buzzing with people. With that comes late night clubbing and the music coming through the building is incredibly disruptive. We didn’t get to sleep until ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Velvet Hotel Manchester, WorldHotels Crafted
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Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village

Chinatown which includes night scenes, a city and signage

Chinatown

3.5/5(12 area reviews)

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.

Chinatown
Albert Square featuring street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Manchester City Centre

4/5(54 area reviews)

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.

Manchester City Centre
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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.

Piccadilly
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Oxford Road Corridor

While visiting Oxford Road Corridor, you might make a stop by sights like Manchester Museum and Contact.

Oxford Road Corridor
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Northern Quarter

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.

Northern Quarter
St. Peter\'s Square showing heritage architecture, a city and railway items

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.

Civic Quarter

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