Discover the Heart of Manchester at Albert Square

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are near Manchester Piccadilly Station, exit the station and head northwest on Station Approach toward London Road. Continue straight onto Piccadilly Gardens, a large public park. From the gardens, walk towards the northern end until you reach Market Street. Turn left onto Market Street and continue until you arrive at the intersection with Cross Street. Turn right onto Cross Street and walk until you reach Albert Square, which will be on your left.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  From Manchester Piccadilly Station, head to the bus interchange located adjacent to the station. Take any bus that displays a destination towards the city center. Alight at the stop near St. Peter's Square. From the bus stop, walk towards the square and follow the signs to Albert Square, which is a short walk away, located just south of St. Peter's Square.

• Tram

  From Manchester Piccadilly Station, head to the tram stop located just outside the station. Take the tram towards Altrincham or Eccles and alight at St. Peter's Square. Once you exit the tram, walk south towards Albert Square, which is just a few minutes' walk away.

• Walking from Northern Quarter

  If you are in the Northern Quarter, walk south on Oldham Street until you reach the junction with Market Street. Turn right onto Market Street and proceed to the intersection with Cross Street. Turn left onto Cross Street, and continue walking until you reach Albert Square on your left.