Hotels in Northern Quarter

The Northern Quarter - Manchester's creative hub

Known for its independent galleries, alternative bars, cool restaurants and rocking music venues, this boho neighbourhood in the city centre celebrates Manchester's creative diversity in all its glory.

Browse hipster shops

The Northern Quarter has some fantastically quirky shops to explore. Oklahoma is a good place to find unusual gifts, while Manchester Craft and Design Centre, housed in a converted Victorian fish market, offers contemporary jewellery, ceramics, textiles and clothing direct from the designers.

Nights out with a difference

This area of Manchester is known for its imaginative nightlife. Unleash your inner Viking at Whistle Punks in trendy entertainment hub the Great Northern Warehouse. Throw axes at targets to see who will be crowned the Viking king or queen.