Private Half Day City tour of Manchester.

Private Half Day City tour of Manchester.

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About This Tour in Manchester

We only host private tours meaning that we can tailor make the experience to suit your wants and needs. Whilst Manchester isn't the biggest city it can be quite difficult to get around. We've lived here all our lives and know the alleyways and back streets. Our mission is to show you the highlights of the city whilst making you feel a part of us.

Why Visit Manchester?

Manchester, England offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Manchester provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Manchester

The easiest way to reach Manchester is by flying into Manchester Airport (MAN). The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • We end the tour at a fantastic little pub that us locals love.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • we will be walking for about 4km during the tour.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

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We will meet you in front of Manchester Cathedral. We will send you the guides contact details the day before the tour.

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

This is one of the oldest parts of the city 15 minutes

This is one of the oldest parts of the city. The Cathedral has hosted many of our most important events. From funerals of our local heroes to state visits from royalty.

Manchester's hip and trendy area 30 minutes

Manchester's hip and trendy area. Full of independent bars and shops. We'll show you where to pick up all the bargains and which bars to try out later. A myriad of very cool street art follows us around as we explore the streets. Many of which have appeared in Netflix and Hollywood blockbusters.

Home of the city's LGBTQ community and the centre point for Manchester Pride 15 minutes

Home of the city's LGBTQ community and the centre point for Manchester Pride. Manchester's famous Canal street shot to fame in the 90's when Queer as Folk was filmed here. The area is home to some of the most popular bars and nightclubs in the country. A lot of historical moments of change have happened on this street.

The second largest Chinatown in the country after London 15 minutes

The second largest Chinatown in the country after London. Amazing restaurants, supermarket overflowing with produce and old ladies arguing over the days events in one of the pagodas. What's not to love about this most atmospheric of Manchester's communities.

Home of the Northern Pantheon (or Central Library as we know it) 15 minutes

Home of the Northern Pantheon (or Central Library as we know it). The square has been a meeting point for Mancunians for centuries. This was the spot where the Peterloo massacre took place and is now the home of the fantastic Emmeline Pankhurst statue.

"It's like stepping into Hogwarts" is a phrase... 15 minutes

"It's like stepping into Hogwarts" is a phrase we hear a lot when we visit the library. And we can't argue.

Voted as one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world by the New York Times 30 minutes

Voted as one of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world by the New York Times. This was once the birthplace of The Industrial revolution. Now home to Michelin restaurants, artisan bakeries and amazing breweries.

One of Manchester's oldest and most important streets 15 minutes

One of Manchester's oldest and most important streets. First built by the Romans and named after another of Manchester's underground rivers.

Home to our Halle Symphony orchestra this is where the city comes to celebrate 15 minutes

Home to our Halle Symphony orchestra this is where the city comes to celebrate.

We are the home of the best football... 15 minutes

We are the home of the best football team in the world so it's only right that the National football museum is in Manchester.

This is where it all began 15 minutes

This is where it all began. Romans first settled here in AD 79. There's still a Roman ruin if you know where to look.

We are one of the only cities in... 15 minutes

We are one of the only cities in the world (outside of America) to have an American US president's statue. It's all to do with the Cotton famine and how Manchester's workers refused to work with cotton picked by slaves.

We'll end with a well earned beer, wine... 30 minutes

We'll end with a well earned beer, wine or soft drink at one of Manchester's most unique pubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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