What is the cancellation policy for this tour?

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

How long does this tour take?

This tour lasts approximately 1 hour and a half.

Private Manchester Walking Tour with Local Guide

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: Meet out Manchester Central Library on St. Peter's Square, by the pillars! Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket or lanyard..

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1 hour and a half

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Overview

Take the city at your own pace and discover Manchester on an exclusive private tour, with your own local, expert guide.

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
Medieval Quarter
Street Art
Gay Village
Northern Quarter
...and many hidden treasures!

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What's Included

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Local guide

Itinerary

Stop 1

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

Stop 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

Stop 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

Stop 4

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

Stop 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

Stop 6

Discover the surprising history behind the iconic Printworks

Stop 7

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

Stop 8

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

Stop 9

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

Stop 10

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

Stop 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