Ancoats
Manchester
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
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Trafford Centre, a favourite shopping spot in Manchester. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Heaton Park
Explore the great outdoors at Heaton Park, a lovely green space in Manchester. 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.
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.
University of Manchester
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Manchester during your travels in Manchester. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester
MANCHESTER: Yorkshire Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Manchester: National Football Museum Admission Ticket
MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour
Manchester: Alcotraz Immersive Cocktail Experience Ticket
Bridgewater: Royal Horticultural Society Garden Ticket
Top hotels in Ancoats
TRIBE Manchester Airport
Clean room, quick check in. Right beside the airport so great location.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
a&o Manchester City Centre
Great location and wonderful quality rooms
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
YOTEL Manchester Deansgate
Beds have a hard end on so no good if you are tall.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Stayed in executive room, heating stuck on tropical 27 degrees. Asked staff to sort it or move room, they allegedly sorted it whilst we used the lounge. Room was cooler on return but then back to 27 degrees by midnight until check out, hardly any sleep before a long haul flight!! Staff a reception’s ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
All good, quick night at the airport.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Manchester Portland By Sunday
gteat location and big room. Bar in lobby was nice
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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 Canal Street. 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 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.
NOMA
NOMA might not have many top sights, but National Football Museum and Printworks are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gay Village
While visiting Gay Village, you might make a stop by sights like Canal Street and Alan Turing Memorial.
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.
