Shopping
Shopping
Manchester has a wealth of shopping outlets offering the ultimate retail therapy experience! From large department stores to independent boutique shops, high end fashion to value for money purchases Manchester caters for every shopper!
Detailed below is a small selection of where to go shopping in this dynamic and exciting city:
Market Street
Situated in the heart of Manchester this pedestrianised shopping district boasts a variety of high street shops, supermarkets and departments stores. Complimenting the numerous shops are a range of Coffee shops, independents pubs and restaurants that can be found on the surrounding streets.
The area is conveniently served by one of the city’s major public transport interchanges where shoppers can catch buses and trams, many of which link into a second interchange at Piccadilly Station.
Manchester Arndale
Tens of thousands eager shoppers flock to the Arndale every day to take advantage of its 240 stores – making it Europe’s largest city centre shopping mall!
The Mall has benefitted from recent extensive refurbishment and re-development and is now regarded as the glittering jewel in Manchester’s shopping crown, offering the latest fashion, footwear, accessories, music and entertainment. for more information visit www.manchesterarndale.com
Salford Quays
The epitome of intensive regeneration and prosperity Salford Quays stands proud on the shores of Manchester’s historic ship canal. Alongside the impressive Imperial War Museum North and Lowry arts centre is the Lowry outlet – a shopping centre that offers fantastic discounts on big name brands. For more information visit www.lowryoutletmall.com
The Trafford Centre
Located just a short bus, car or tram journey from Manchester The Trafford Centre is a unique shopping arena that provides an unforgettable retail experience. Shopping, Shows, Concerts, Dining and a wide range of entertainment are all included in the vast and impressive complex.
It really is true to say that a trip to the Trafford Centre is a fun filled, family friendly day out where “retail therapy” takes on a whole new meaning! For more information visit www.traffordcentre.co.uk
King Street
Synonymous with upmarket fashion, King Street is a haven for the fashion connoisseur. Beginning with Vivienne Westwood’s flagship Manchester store at the top of the street, there’s a wide selection of banks, boutiques and bars which extend all the way down the sloping street towards Deansgate and the Department Store, House of Fraser.
Manchester has a wealth of shopping outlets offering the ultimate retail therapy experience! From large department stores to independent boutique shops

