Wigan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Wigan is a popular place for visitors to Manchester. It is part of bustling metropolis that is home to over 318,00 inhabitants. Wigan lies 17 miles (27 kilometers) from Manchester’s city centre. If you are flying in, Wigan is 17 miles (27 kilometers) from John Lennon Airport.

Many of Manchester’s key attractions are located near to Wigan, so it is a popular place to stay or visit on a day trip. Two of the most interesting places to explore are the marvelous Wigan Pier and the remarkable St. Helens' World of Glass. Also worth checking out are Sherdley Park and the Astley Green Colliery Museum.

Come see local sporting heroes, the Wigan Warriors, do battle in the nearby DW Stadium. On game days follow the river of red and white, to the stadium, then after the final siren sounds, join fellow sports lovers in the nearby pubs and relive the action over a friendly drink or two.

Finding somewhere suitable to stay close to Wigan couldn’t be easier. For a good night’s sleep check out the Holiday Inn Bolton Centre, the Chalon Court Hotel, St Helens, and the popular Park Inn by Radisson Leigh.

Where to stay in Wigan

Ashton in Makerfield

Visitors to Ashton in Makerfield enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Three Sisters Racing Circuit is worth a stop.

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Billinge

Though Billinge may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Haydock Racecourse and Haydock Park Racecourse.

Billinge
Britannia Hotel Manchester
Britannia Hotel Manchester
3 out of 5
35 Portland Street, Manchester, England
The price is ₹3,026 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
₹3,026
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Manchester. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
5.8/10 (2,098 reviews)
"Property was very dated but very clean with comfortable beds. The drinks were very well priced as was the food. The location was fantastic, the staff were great. The price of the room was great. I would definitely recommend and stay again."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Britannia Hotel Manchester
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
4 out of 5
Outwood Lane, Manchester Airport, Manchester, England
The price is ₹9,835 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
₹9,835
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,345 reviews)
"The Clayton was a perfect hotel for us as far as proximity to Manchester airport. Rooms were clean & quiet. Shuttle service was excellent! Would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
4 out of 5
260 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, England
The price is ₹6,408 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
₹6,408
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Manchester. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Leonardo Hotel Manchester Piccadilly
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
3.5 out of 5
25 Drury Lane, Corn Exchange, Liverpool, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,182 reviews)
"Elevator made a horrible clanging sound."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
Whitworth Locke
Whitworth Locke
4 out of 5
74 Princess St., Manchester, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (870 reviews)
Great find for a sort stay
"Great room, good bed, pillows a bit lumpy but that's a minor thing. Really friendly staff, I will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2024

Whitworth Locke
Quest Liverpool City Centre
Quest Liverpool City Centre
4 out of 5
72 Church St., Liverpool, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (622 reviews)
"It’s in the middle of Liverpool one, so there are a lot of shops are restaurants within minutes which was very nice! The hotel itself was good. Easy check in/check out process. We had an issue with our shower, but the lady at the front desk was swift in contacting maintenance. It was fixed by the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Quest Liverpool City Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wigan

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
12
" "5 - Excellent 14.285714285714286%
4 - Good
41
" "4 - Good 48.80952380952381%
3 - Okay
25
" "3 - Okay 29.761904761904763%
2 - Disappointing
2
" "2 - Disappointing 2.380952380952381%
1 - Terrible
4
" "1 - Terrible 4.761904761904762%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Sorry didn't see Wigan, I was there for hospital visits

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We were visiting for a family funeral did not have time to explore the area

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

There’s a great pub over the road from the hotel where the staff seem to have had a touch of training and customer service unlike the staff at Britannia hotel Wigan

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Wigan looked a reasonable town the part I saw and woukd come back to visit it more but definitely not the hotel.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Went to Haydock Park race meeting.Brilliant. Food and service excellent and staff extremely friendly and helpful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

We were visiting relative in hospital.

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