Travel like an explorer, stay like a local with recommendations curated by our teams.
One of the most popular shopping districts in the UK. With a retail floor space of approximately 1,500,000 sq. ft, it is home to many of the top retail brands in the world. Manchester Arndale has the best stores across all categories including fashion, jewellery, cosmetics, toys, homewares, electronics and gadgets. After busy days shopping visit the food court on the first floor for a well deserved break.
Trafford Centre has a fabulous array of stores, leisure facilities and dining options available. There are branches of all the major brands across all categories including fashion, jewellery, cosmetics, toys, homewares, electronics and gadgets.
Some of the leisure facilities include Laser Quest, Legoland Discovery Centre and Sea life providing activities for all ages. The centre offers free parking for 11,500 vehicles. There are a number of events at the shopping centre all year round and for groups there are special offers and discounts available.
One of the most popular shopping districts in the UK. With a retail floor space of approximately 1,500,000 sq. ft, it is home to many of the top retail brands in the world.
Manchester Arndale has the best stores across all categories including fashion, jewellery, cosmetics, toys, homewares, electronics and gadgets. After busy days shopping visit the food court on the first floor for a well deserved break.
The most successful football club in England, with a global fan base attracting thousands of fans to the city each week. Also known as “The Red Devils” the club are also one of the richest football clubs in the world. With a proud tradition of winning matches and titles, under the management of club hero Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United went on to win an astounding 38 trophies between 1986 and 2013.
The award-winning Manchester Arena is the largest indoor arena in Europe. Located north of the city centre, with an official capacity of 21, 000 which attracts over 1 million visitors each year. Over the past 20 years Manchester Arena has had a few names changes but it still remains one of the busiest events venues in the world hosting more than 130 events each year.
Manchester’s state-of-the-art international concert venue hosts over 250 performances a year. Inside the magnificent pipe organ plays centre piece to a 2,400 seat auditorium. Bridgewater Hall is home to three orchestras the Hallé, the BBC Philharmonic and Manchester Camerata.
There are numerous events to choose from all year round and is well worth a visit.
The wonderful collection of fine art spans centuries and includes many major modern and contemporary pieces. Collections include 19th-century British paintings, decorative arts, ceramics, silver, glass and furniture. The museum is open all year round and admission is free.
The convention centre was originally one of Manchester’s main railway stations and the original fixtures and fittings still remain providing an authentic and original charm. Whilst having all of this old-world charm it is cutting edge in technological requirement for conventions, exhibitions and events.
Your piece of tranquillity right in the heart of the city, Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre is located on Portland Street, a short stroll from Manchester’s most famous shopping area, Market Street. Lose yourself in some of the city’s most memorable attractions such as; The John Rylands Library; Etihad Stadium; People's History Museum; Manchester Art Gallery; Palace Theatre and the National Football Museum. If you want to see even more of the local area, we’re conveniently located just a 5-minute walk of St Peter's Square Tram Stop, giving you access to a world of sights, shops, restaurants and hidden gems.