Title: St. Peter's Square in Manchester City Centre - Tours and Activities | Expedia.ca

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# St. Peter's Square Tours and Activities

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## Visit St. Peter's Square

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#### Feel the tide of history at this central square, the site of the famous Peterloo Massacre and home to several impressive heritage-listed civic buildings.

Head to St. Peter’s Square to admire the interesting architecture of heritage-listed buildings, have a drink, join a small-scale event or sit down for some people-watching. As the site of a political protest which ended in tragedy, and home to a cenotaph remembering those who lost their lives in World War I, St. Peter’s Square can also be a sobering experience. It was at this site, on August 16, 1819, that cavalry charged into a crowd of 60,000 people gathered for a peaceful protest for political reforms. Hundreds were injured and 11 killed. The “Peterloo Massacre” sent shockwaves through the country and is still a big part of Manchester’s identity. A plaque on what is now a large hotel commemorates the incident and a bigger, contemporary memorial was designed in 2013.See the iconic circular Manchester Central Library at the square’s west end. This impressive building, and much of the square itself, is undergoing extensive refurbishment, so check the City Council website for accessibility information prior to your visit. As at mid 2013, the Peace Garden and the Messenger of Peace sculpture still feature on the square.The other big landmark on St. Peter’s Square is the Midland Hotel, one of Manchester’s grandest hotels. Admire its splendid Edwardian Baroque-style architecture from 1903 or enjoy fine dining in one of its restaurants. Make sure you’re dressed for the occasion The Beatles were once famously refused access because of their “inappropriate attire”! German dictator Adolf Hitler is believed to have considered the hotel his Nazi headquarters for Britain and many believe this is why this area was spared from German bombings during World War II.St. Peter’s Square is pedestrian friendly. If you come by car, find an undercover car park by looking for the big NCP (National Car Park) signs as you approach the square. Street parking is notoriously difficult and expensive in the city centre, so walk, take public transport, or catch a taxi if you can. The square has its own Metrolink tram station and is on many bus routes.

## Plan a trip to see St. Peter's Square

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### Manchester Portland By Sunday

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Staff v friendly and the hotel has a nice relaxed atmosphere. Given it 5 stars because it is great value for money. Staff could not be more helpful. Central location, rooms clean (and quirky with character), decent sleep, breakfast reasonable but again not expensive so can’t complain. Over for football - we usually stay in travelodge but will stay here again if similar price in future. Bar good, and hotel is just up road from O’Malleys pub which is recommended for live music and food.

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Mar 15 - Mar 20

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Toronto (YTO) to Manchester (MAN)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews)

Amazing hotel, staff were very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again.

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#### Manchester Central Library

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