The Quays
The Quays is Greater Manchester's unique waterfront destination, situated just 15 minutes by tram from Manchester city centre. It is Britain's hottest short-break destination and packs everything you can do in a big city into one spectacular square mile. Shopping, sport, art, drama, history and truly world-class architecture - you name it and you'll find it at The Quays.
Culture
Live theatre, the best of cinema and one of the country's finest museums: The Quays offers a fantastic choice of things to do and see. Imperial War Museum North and The Lowry are vibrant and exciting examples of contemporary architecture, the contents as stunning as the setting and with something to appeal to the whole family, while for five-star film entertainment the Vue cinema can't be beaten.
Shopping
Whether you're a shopaholic or just someone who likes a bargain, the opening of The Lowry Outlet Mall has made The Quays a mecca for the discerning shopper with big-name brand shops and stores offering discount prices - up to 70 per cent lower than the high street - all year round.
Sport
There's no better place to find top sport action than The Quays. Home to two of the most renowned clubs in British sport - Manchester United and Lancashire County Cricket Club, The Quays is the area to head for when wanting the best in football and cricket. Both have official shops too for you to pick up some official merchandise or souvenirs of your visit to the Northwest's sporting mecca.
Accommodation
With so much to do and see you'll want to spend a weekend - or even longer - at The Quays and there's accommodation to suit all requirements.
The stunning new purpose built Ramada Manchester, Salford Quays comprises of 142 en-suite bedrooms and is set in the heart of Salford Quays. With a great location only five minutes from Manchester city centre and the Trafford Centre and with easy access to the M60/M62, the Ramada really is the perfect base to work and play in Manchester and its surrounding areas.
Lancashire County Cricket Club's Old Trafford Lodge offers a stylish and comfortable experience with 68 bedrooms, 36 of which have balconies overlooking the famous Old Trafford pitch, offering guests the unique opportunity to watch a match from the comfort of their own bedroom. Complimentary on-site car parking.
Set right on the waterside at The Quays, the Copthorne Hotel offers 4 star luxury in their 166 rooms and two quality restaurants. The team at The Copthorne Hotel take great pride in the quality of service and attention to detail they offer, ensuring superior service throughout your stay.
Visit The Quays website for more details or to make a booking.
Food and drink
From smart restaurants to trendy cafes and friendly bars, The Quays has a fantastic range of places to eat and drink and to suit all palates and pockets.
Both The Terrace Restaurant and the Terrace Café Bar at The Lowry have spectacular waterside views and, weather permitting, visitors can choose to enjoy meals or drinks outside. The WaterShard Café at Imperial War Museum North overlooks the historic Manchester Ship Canal and offers a wide selection of food and drink in a light and spacious eating area.
The Lowry Outlet Mall has café bars and fast food restaurants where you can recharge the batteries before returning to the serious business of shopping, including Lime, Cafe Rouge, Pizza Express and Pond Quay.
And for the ultimate people watching experience you can't beat a trip to the Manchester United's ground - you never know when a star player might walk in! Try the Sports Bar with elevated views, the Lounge Bar, the Fine Dining restaurant or the Red Cafe.
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