MediaCity & The Quays

MediaCity & The Quays is an iconic waterfront destination positioned on the banks of the historic Manchester Ship Canal, in Salford. It’s a place bursting with creativity and culture, boasting some of the UK’s most visited arts attractions - The Lowry and award-winning IWM North. It’s home to the BBC and Coronation Street’s famous cobbled set and experience, while dock10 attracts TV show audiences all year round thanks to the many shows filmed here including The Voice and Countdown.

Visitors will find a vibrant bar and restaurant scene that includes Central Bay – home to Kargo Mkt, a giant foodhall with over 20 independent kitchens and 11 Central microbrewery – as well as popular names including Wagamama, The Botanist and The Alchemist to Turtle Bay. Shopping can be found in Quayside MediaCity where you can find a mix of high street brands and convenience-led stores.

All this is set along attractive waterfronts while the wide open, main Piazza and MediaCity’s award winning gardens hosts wide ranging events from immersive art installations to family orientated festivals.