Wigan

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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’sOpens in a new window 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.

Ashton in Makerfield
Reflections from the 19 arch bridge at Carr Mill Dam in St Helens, Merseyside

Billinge

While Billinge isn't home to many top sights, Haydock Racecourse and Haydock Park Racecourse are some notable places to visit nearby.

Billinge
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport
4 out of 5
Chicago Avenue, Manchester Airport, Manchester, England
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Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Manchester - City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
25 Aytoun Street, Manchester, England
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Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road, Liverpool, England
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Darlington Suites by SA Stays
Darlington Suites by SA Stays
2 out of 5
135 Darlington St E, Wigan, England
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8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
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Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
Staycity Aparthotels, Manchester, Piccadilly
4 out of 5
8B Gateway House, Piccadilly Station Approach, Manchester, England
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CitySuites Aparthotel
CitySuites Aparthotel
5 out of 5
16 Chapel Street, Salford, England
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