Manchester - Piccadilly & Gardens

Before you set off on your top-secret mission, there are a few things you need to know...

Why not bring your four-legged friends along? Please note that this is a busy city centre route, so dogs will need to be kept on leads.

The closest long stay pay and display car park to the Trail start point is at Piccadilly Station Car Park on Boad Street (M1 2RP), just a couple of minutes walk away. Or why not try one of Manchester's fantastic Park and Ride services? As it starts outside Manchester Piccadilly Station, you could always arrive by train, or maybe even by tram, using the Piccadilly tram stop (on the Blue, Purple or Yellow Lines).

There are some fantastic events in Manchester's calendar, all of which are great times to visit this area of the city. However, you may find that some of the clues on this Trail may become obstructed or difficult to access on these occasions - especially events held at Piccadilly Gardens, which could disrupt the Trail. If you would like further information about events and dates, please contact Manchester Visitor Information.

There are toilets available at Piccadilly Station at the start and Piccadilly Gardens at the end of the Trail. There are also many pubs, bars, shops, cafes and restaurants along the route if you need to stop for refreshments. Or you could even bring a picnic to enjoy at somewhere like Sackville Gardens along the way!

Once you've successfully completed your mission, why not make a day of it by visiting one of Manchester's fantastic nearby attractions? For some retail therapy, there is the nearby Arndale Centre - or maybe something more cultural, like the Science and Industry Museum or the People's History Museum? You could even try our other Manchester Trails to uncover more amazing Trails around this amazing city!