Ancoats Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices.
Etihad Stadium
Catch an event at Etihad Stadium during your trip to Manchester. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and fascinating museums.
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.
AO Arena
Catch an event at AO Arena during your trip to Cheetham Hill. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Activities
3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch
Craft Brews of Manchester - A Private Beer Tour
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Manchester Rail Tour from London with Manchester City FC Stadium Tour
Private Italian Dinner with a Romantic Night Experience
North Wales & Caernarfon Castle Full-Day Tour from Manchester
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Other neighbourhoods around Ancoats
Northern Quarter
Northern Quarter is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Market Street and Affleck's Palace.
New Islington
Even though there aren't top sights in New Islington, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Piccadilly Gardens. Jump on the metro at New Islington Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Piccadilly
When in Piccadilly and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Piccadilly Gardens or Canal Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Picadilly Gardens Station or Mosley Street Station.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
- Peak District National Park
- Old Trafford
- Etihad Stadium
- Salford Quays
- Heaton Park
- AO Arena
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Old Trafford Cricket Ground
- MediaCityUK
- National Football Museum
- Bridgewater Hall
- Gulliver's World - Warrington
- The Lowry Art and Entertainment
- St. Peter's Square
- Arley Hall
- Manchester Museum