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

3/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Manchester, you can do some window-shopping at Canal Street. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Canal Street
Old Trafford

Old Trafford

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Trafford Centre
Etihad Stadium

Etihad Stadium

5/5(7 reviews)

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

Etihad Stadium
Heaton Park

Heaton Park

Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.

Heaton Park
AO Arena

AO Arena

4/5(15 reviews)

Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.

AO Arena

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

NZ$16
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
North Wales and Caernarfon Castle from Manchester

North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester

NZ$146
per adult
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket

Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket

NZ$110
per adult
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
The Manchester City Stadium Tour

The Manchester City Stadium Tour

NZ$59
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Manchester City Stadium Tour
interior of hard rock cafe in Manchester

Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience

NZ$59
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Manchester Dining Experience
Small-Group Derbyshire, the Peak District & Poole's Cavern

Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester

NZ$117
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
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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 NZ$87 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$87
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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. ...
6.2/10 (2,337 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Velvet Hotel
Velvet Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Canal Street, Manchester, England
The price is NZ$203 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (945 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Velvet Hotel
Townhouse Hotel Manchester
Townhouse Hotel Manchester
4 out of 5
101 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is NZ$144 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great central location, right next to the gay village. The man behind the desk Jain was exceptional, knowledgeable and very helpful!!"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Townhouse Hotel Manchester
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
voco Manchester City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
59 Portland St, Manchester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$183 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (1,618 reviews)
Two night stay.
"Quiet hotel and lovely comfortable bed with well equipped bathroom and luxury toiletries."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 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 NZ$199 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,041 reviews)
"We like the central location, rooms are clean, comfortable and quiet, the breakfast is very good. Staff are all helpful and friendly"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Clayton Hotel Manchester City Centre
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
4 out of 5
Outwood Lane, Manchester Airport, Manchester, England
The price is NZ$195 per night from 11 Apr to 12 Apr
NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,867 reviews)
"Very close to the airport and the shuttle bus very convenient"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Gay Village

Chinatown showing night scenes, a city and street scenes

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 a city, street scenes and a square or plaza

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

When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Canal Street or Manchester Conference Centre 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 featuring railway items, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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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