Daily Manchester City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

4.9
(83 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover our turbulent history, and how it has shaped Manchester into the vibrant place you see today.

From our Roman foundations to the industrial boom, from the fight for women’s rights to the thriving music and LGBTQ+ scenes of today — Manchester is a city that never stands still. On this guided tour with a local, walk in the footsteps of suffragettes, pioneering merchants, legendary street artists, and football icons. Explore the city’s most famous landmarks and uncover hidden gems along the way.

The tour includes:
St Peter's Square
Royal Exchange Theatre
Mediaeval Quarter
Street Art
Gay Village
Northern Quarter
And many hidden treasures!

What's Included

Local Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet your guide outside the Manchester Central Library in St Peter's Square. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket and/or lanyard.

End point

The tour will finish outside Manchester Cathedral.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide here in St Peter's Square and learn a little bit about the history of this great Northern city!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Discover the second largest China Town in the UK and take your picture by the paifang, and learn about the multicultural melting pot that is simply Manchester

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Take in the sight of the Gay Village and listen to how Manchester has pride and equality for all - plus spot a statue of the man who saved Britain

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Love it or hate it - you decide! Decide whether you love or hate this modern take on Piccadilly Gardens

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Take in the chill vibes of this hip part of Manchester, filled with trendy eateries and clues to its history as capital of the textile industry

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Discover the surprising history behind the iconic Printworks

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    Manchester's football scene is thriving, so uncover a little of the background of the two rival teams of Manchester

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    Remember those who lost their lives during the tragic bombing of Manchester Arena at this beautiful memorial garden

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9

    Though its origins are mysterious, admire the nineteenth century beauty that sits before you

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 10

    Filled with popular eating places, hear about the bizarre measures that were taken to protect some of the oldest buildings in Manchester

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Finish the tour at the Mahatma Gandhi statue, in honour of a very important visitor to the North West, who would impact and irrevocably change the industry of this region

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Walking Tours in England

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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Excellent Quality
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Cancellation Policy

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

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