Noel's Guide to Shopping in Manchester
Use the Transport for Greater Manchester interactive map to plan your shopping route
Last updated 13th Dec 2017
If you're terrible at Christmas shopping why don't you let Noel the Elf help you pick your presents this festive season.
His interactive map can help you 'shop until you drop' with routes across Manchester to all the best shopping destinations across Greater Manchester.
From the north of our city to the south Noel's got it covered; he shares his tips on picking up a bargain or unique gift for your nearest and dearest.
Take Metrolink to Bury for the markets and more. "A shopper's mecca, a retail nirvana rich with exotic bargains, a fabled bazaar, a veritable souk of the north." Or so said Stuart Maconie.
As well as the multi-award winning, world famous Bury Market, there's The Rock for all your favorite high street brands too.
Heading back into town, you can hop off Metrolink at Market Street and take the short walk to the quirky corner of the city centre. Banish the typical Christmas socks and bag yourself come gifts with a twist.
There's a flurry of independent shops for unique gits or for truly bespoke treasures the Craft Centre has some stunning contemporary jewellery, ceramics and art. All can be found in the Northern Quarter.
Metrolink takes you down to Altrincham