voco Manchester - City Centre Local Area

Manchester's Chinatown is the second largest in the UK so you're guaranteed a wide choice of quality restaurants, bakeries and shops. The annual Chinese New Year festival, in February, is a highlight in the Manchester events calendar, it includes stalls and dancing Dragons in the famous parade.

The John Rylands Research Institute and Library promotes research in the humanities and sciences using the astonishingly rich special collections of the University of Manchester Library.

When it comes to shopping it has to be Manchester Arndale. Find a huge selection of exciting shops from the leading high street names such as Apple, Monki, River Island and Topshop to lots of smaller, stylish specialists and food outlets - and all under one roof.

Manchester Art Gallery has been at the centre of city life for 200 years. From its origins in the Royal Manchester Institution for the Promotion of Literature, Science and the Arts, founded in 1823, it’s been proudly part of Manchester City Council since 1882. The gallery is free and open to all as a place of civic thinking and public imagination, and promotes art as a means to achieve positive social change.

An essential visit in the City sporting a gorgeous interior with the best late medieval woodwork in the north - the quire and the ceiling are splendid and full of life in the carved details. Also very special for its modern glass.

Visit the home of the Treble winners and go behind the scenes at the Etihad Stadium. The Manchester City Stadium Tour brings the magic of City to life, allowing fans to get closer to the Club than ever before.

MediaCity & The Quays is an iconic waterfront destination positioned on the banks of the historic Manchester Ship Canal, in Salford, Greater Manchester. It’s a place bursting with creativity and culture, boasting one of the UK’s most visited arts attractions - The Lowry and award-winning Imperial War Museum North. It’s home to the BBC and Coronation Street’s famous cobbled set and experience.

The Northern Quarter in Manchester is a vibrant, artsy neighbourhood filled with street art, indie shops, and a dynamic mix of cafes, bars, and live music spots. Known for colourful murals, you can explore artwork around Stevenson Square and Tib Street.

The AO Arena in Manchester is one of the UK's largest and most popular indoor arenas, hosting an array of live music, sports events, comedy shows, and more. Situated near Manchester Victoria Station, it’s easy to access and right on the edge of the city centre, making it a perfect spot for both locals and visitors.