Visit Blackfriars
Popular places to visit
Salford Quays
Once a major seaport and home to heavy industry, this precinct is now a dynamic cultural and residential area offering shopping, sport, drama and art.
MediaCityUK
Home to some of the U.K.’s biggest broadcasters, this precinct is a mix of cultural attractions, shopping, bars and restaurants.
The Lowry Art and Entertainment
This waterside arts complex that bears the name of a famous U.K. artist is home to a world of entertainment such as art exhibits, plays and concerts.
Ordsall Hall
You can learn about the history of Salford when you stop by Ordsall Hall. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Peel Park
Peel Park is just one of the places to see in Salford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theater scene.
Salford Museum and Art Gallery
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Salford Museum and Art Gallery in Salford. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Blackfriars Hotel Deals
Stay Inn Hotel Manchester
The location is great for what we came to Manchester for. The staff are lovely and very helpful. The room was basic but clean and comfortable. The bathroom was a little compact for people larger than a size 10, but it was fine for a night away.
Reviewed on 2025/10/6
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Free shuttle took quite a while to get to T2.
Reviewed on 2025/10/25
TRIBE Manchester Airport
They accommodated our check in at 01:30am after our flight landed. Clean, comfy and overall a nice hotel. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 2025/10/26
Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly
Lovely hotel with everything we needed
Reviewed on 2025/10/25
Kimpton Clocktower by IHG
Amazing room and lovely staff throughout. Would definitely go again.
Reviewed on 2025/10/26
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
The hotel is perfectly situated for travel from terminal 2
Reviewed on 2025/10/25
Other neighborhoods around Blackfriars
Greengate
Greengate might not have many top sights, but AO Arena and Exchange Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Blackfriars
- Old Trafford
- Peak District National Park
- Trafford Centre
- Heaton Park
- Etihad Stadium
- Salford Quays
- Deansgate
- AO Arena
- University of Manchester
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Canal Street
- Manchester Arndale
- Manchester Central Convention Complex
- MediaCityUK
- St. Peter's Square
- Gulliver's World - Warrington
- The Lowry Art and Entertainment
- National Football Museum
- Arley Hall
- Haydock Park Racecourse
- Museum of Science and Industry
