Moss Side, Manchester

Name: Moss Side
Address: Manchester, United Kingdom

#439 among attractions in Manchester

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Moss Side is an inner-city area of Manchester, England, 1.9 miles south of the city centre, It had a population of 18,902 at the 2011 census. Moss Side is bounded by Hulme to the north, Chorlton-on-Medlock, Rusholme and Fallowfield to the east, Whalley Range to the south, and Old Trafford to the west. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°27'22"N, 2°15'7"W

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Moss Side – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester Museum, Whitworth Art Gallery, O2 Apollo Manchester.

1.2 miNE
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Manchester Aquatics Centre, Manchester
30 min walk • The Manchester Aquatics Centre is a renowned swimming facility located in the bustling city of Manchester, United Kingdom. Established for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, this premier aquatic venue has since become a cornerstone for both competitive swimming and community...
1 miNE
Key ethnography and natural history venue
Manchester Museum, Manchester
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester, the Manchester Museum stands as a beacon of knowledge and culture in this bustling UK city. This esteemed institution, part of the University of Manchester, offers a diverse collection that spans natural history, archaeology...
1 miE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester
25 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manchester's academic corridor, the Whitworth Art Gallery stands as a cultural beacon, inviting art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike to explore its rich collections. Established in 1889 as part of the University of Manchester, the Whitworth...
1.5 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester
40 min walk • The O₂ Apollo Manchester is a concert venue in Ardwick Green, Manchester, England. It is a Grade II listed building, with a capacity of 3,500.
0.8 miN
Park
Hulme Park, Manchester
21 min walk • Hulme Community Garden Centre is a garden and community centre in Hulme, Manchester, England, that was featured in a 2017 episode of the TV show Gardener's World. It opened in 2000, on a brownfield site with the goal of encouraging health living through gardening and sustainable food growing.
0.7 miE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Christ Church, Manchester
18 min walk • Christ Church in Lloyd Street North, Moss Side, Manchester, England, is an Anglican church of 1899–1904 by W. Cecil Hardisty. It was designated a Grade II* listed building on 24 April 1987.
1 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Manchester Academy, Manchester
26 min walk • The Manchester Academy is composed of four concert venues, located on the campus of the University of Manchester, in Manchester, England. The four venues are: Academy 1, 2 and 3 and Club Academy.
1 miNE
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, Manchester
27 min walk • The Church of the Holy Name of Jesus on Oxford Road, Manchester, England was designed by Joseph A. Hansom and built between 1869 and 1871. The tower, designed by Adrian Gilbert Scott, was erected in 1928 in memory of Fr Bernard Vaughan, SJ.
~1790 ftS
Park, Lake, Playground
Alexandra Park, Manchester
9 min walk • Alexandra Park is a 60-acre park in Manchester, England, designed by Alexander Gordon Hennell, and opened to the public in 1870. The lodge and gateways are the work of Alfred Darbyshire.
1.3 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows
Dancehouse, Manchester
33 min walk • The Dancehouse is a dance centre at 10 Oxford Road, Manchester, England.
0.7 miSW
Museum, Civic center
British Muslim Heritage Centre, Manchester
18 min walk • The British Muslim Heritage Centre, formerly the GMB National College, College Road, Whalley Range, Manchester, is an early Gothic Revival building. The centre was designated a Grade II* listed building on 3 October 1974.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Moss Side?

Nearby attractions include Alexandra Park, Manchester (9 min walk), Church of St Mary, Manchester (10 min walk), Whalley Range, Manchester (14 min walk), Darul Amaan Mosque, Manchester (17 min walk).

How to get to Moss Side by public transport?

The nearest stations to Moss Side:

Bus

Moss Lane West/Chichester Road • Lines: 15 (8 min walk)
Upper Chorlton Road/Brook's Bar • Lines: 15 (9 min walk)

Tram

Firswood • Lines: Airp, Dean, EDid, Roch, Shaw, Vict (29 min walk)
Trafford Bar • Lines: Airp, Altr, Bury, Dean, EDid, Picc, Roch, Shaw, Vict (29 min walk)