Shopping
From high street stores to vintage boutiques, Manchester has it all.
Shopping
With some of the largest and most visited shopping centres in the UK, Manchester offers one of the most exciting shopping experiences in the country. The city centre is home to a network of retail streets waiting to be explored.
Where to go
Market Street
Manchester’s most popular retail street provides all the leading brand names. Starting from Picadilly Gardens, Market Street will take you down to Exchange Square via your favourite high street shops. A perfect place to start.
Exchange Square
Intersecting the Arndale Shopping Centre, Selfridges and St Anne’s Square, and with excellent transport links, Exchange Square serves as the epicentre of shopping in Manchester. A fabulous outdoor space bustling with shops, restaurants and seasonal markets makes this ideal for a stroll. World-famous stores will be sure to tempt you in.
New Cathedral Street
A modern pedestrianised shopping street known for its premium designer stores and boutiques. New Cathedral Street offers a glamorous high-end shopping experience, complemented by regular outdoor food and drink markets.
Deansgate
One of the city’s oldest thoroughfares, Deansgate is home to outdoor suppliers, book shops, and everything in-between. Look out for Barton Arcade.
Northern Quarter
Manchester’s Northern Quarter is an urban hive for creativity and art. In addition to the many hidden bars, restaurants and gig venues, you’ll find plenty of vintage boutiques, second-hand shops and independent retailers. A true piece of Manchester.
Shopping centres
Arndale Centre
Nestled in the heart of the city centre, the Arndale offers leading high street brands under one roof. Found on Market Street, it’s easily accessible by foot, tram or bus.
Visit manchesterarndale.com for visitor information.
Trafford Centre
A little further out of town but well worth a visit, the Trafford Centre is one of the largest shopping malls in the UK. Complete with over 60 bars and restaurants, an ODEON IMAX theatre, Sea Life, laser quest and a LEGOLAND discovery centre for those who want to make a day of it.
You can get to the Trafford Centre direct by bus or tram. Visit the intu Trafford Centre website for directions.
Quayside Media City UK
Located in the vibrant Salford Quays, Quayside Media City UK is an outlet mall offering discounts on high streets brands. With plenty of food options, a cinema and regular outdoor markets, you’ll find plenty to explore.
Easily accessed via tram – get off at the Media City UK stop. Visit the Quayside Media City UK website for more information.