• Piccadilly Gardens

    It is the main place of Manchester Christmas Markets, which feature crafts and gift stalls as well as foods and drinks from different countries. Live music or entertainment are showed here every night.

• St Ann's Square and Exchange Street

    St Ann's Square is the oldest Christmas market in Manchester, where stalls offer gifts, German food and beer, sausage or chicken with salt and pepper, and hot chocolate cones.

• Market Street

    Unique crafts and gifts are sold in Market Street, with 45 stalls filled with creative gifts ranging from tweed hats, rum, Christmas decorations and candles to jewelry, etc.

• King Street

    King Street is a must for foodies and shoppers. Authentic pasta, refried rice balls as well as Mediterranean-inspired food are offered here, in addition to a range of crafts to choose from.

• New Cathedral Street

    This is the first-choice spot to buy good quality gifts. Handmade candles, ceramics, local spirits and carefully selected souvenirs must be attractive for all craft lovers. Some of dishes are cold beer, sausage, and tacos.

• Exchange Square

    Warm up with mulled wine freshly made, while you can admire the legendary artwork of Manchester on the walls. In addition, you can also taste the popular Yorkshire pudding here, as well as delicacies ranging from hot curries, mini pancakes to fresh fudge.

• The Corn Exchange

    There will be some unique gifts made from artisans, such as handmade pies, wool sweaters, handmade jewelry, Christmas decorations and more.

• Cathedral Gardens

    Here is the center of Manchester for families having fun, which will open until 31 December. The skating rink will open every day until 1st Jan.

Except this Christmas Market, it is noticeable that a huge Santa Claus and a big walkway with coloured lights are just in front of the square before Central Library.

Pay attention to safety while enjoying the festive atmosphere!