Top Manchester Art Tours

Explore Manchester’s vibrant Northern Quarter on a 1.5-hour small group walking tour that dives into the heart of the city’s creative pulse. Led by a local guide, you’ll wander through iconic streets adorned with striking street art, historic architecture, and discover the stories behind beloved independent shops. Uncover hidden histories and the legacy of music legends, all while enjoying the spirit of this artistic neighborhood. - 1.5-hour walking tour of Manchester’s Northern Quarter - Visit iconic street art and learn about local artists - Discover local independent shops and historic sites - Small group experience for personalised insights

An ideal Manchester experience for music-lovers, this guided group walking tour has you following in the footsteps of music legends like Oasis and The Smiths while you learn all about their time in the city. Hear stories you won’t get in the average guidebook and learn all about Manchester’s culture through the lens of its musical past as you stroll past local landmarks.

Join Joe, an Oasis insider who went to school with the Gallagher brothers, on an exclusive Oasis-themed walking tour of Manchester! Whether you're a die-hard Oasis fan or just love Manchester’s rich musical history, this tour promises an unforgettable experience filled with stories, iconic locations, and rare insights. Join the ultimate Oasis Tour in Manchester, where the legendary Britpop band was born! This tour is a must for any Oasis fan! Tour Highlights: Visit legendary Oasis landmarks, including: -The band’s rehearsal space -Gig venues where they performed -Favourite pubs where they hung out -Where the Gallagher brothers lived -Signed Oasis instruments and memorabilia Hear personal stories about Oasis from someone who knew them firsthand! Uncover hidden meanings behind their iconic songs Plenty of photo opportunities at legendary Oasis locations.

Swap predictable walking tours for this fun-filled and lively alternative—a silent disco adventure in Manchester. After receiving your radio headset, set off on a journey down Downsgate and Shudehill with theme songs and party anthems to keep energy levels high. This all-singing, all-dancing tour is the perfect way to have fun, explore the city, and enjoy the combination of a silent disco and a flash mob.

Liverpool visitors shouldn’t miss the Casbah Coffee Club—the true birthplace of The Beatles’ early story. Located in the family home of Pete Best, the band’s original drummer, this intimate venue is where it all began—long before the Cavern. Step inside this timeless venue & be wowed by ceilings painted by John Lennon & Paul McCartney themselves, making this the most authentic, preserved Beatles location in the city. You can also buy souvenirs. Often missed on standard tours, this 1-hour guided visit of the Casbah offers a rare opportunity to experience Beatles history up close in a truly personal way. Combined with a panoramic photo stop overlooking the city and photo stops by the Beatles’ schools and colleges on Hope Street, this reveals the earliest reasons behind the Fab Four’s success Also includes selfies at the Beatles statues on Liverpool’s iconic waterfront. With transport included, as the Casbah lies 4 miles north of the city, your expert guide brings the story to life.

Perfect for Beatles fans who want a personal way to follow in the Fab Four's footsteps, this private tour of Liverpool visits many of the city's top Beatles sights—and even includes round-trip transportation from Manchester for hassle-free logistics. With just your guide for company, learn fun facts about Beatles history that don’t make it into the average guidebook, and spot highlights from Penny Lane and Strawberry Field to the Cavern Club.

Whether you’re visiting Manchester for its musical heritage or its footballing legacy, this walking tour will fill you in on all the juicy secrets the city has to share. See famous streets and sets from TV and film on your way to visit places of historical importance—from women’s rights to ending slavery. If you’re into football, learn about how Manchester began the Premier League, and if you’re more of a music fan, see where live acts started out.

Swap the hustle and bustle of Manchester for a scenic day trip to the Lake District. Instead of waiting around for public transport, enjoy the convenience of having transport included. Travel with ease between sites in a comfortable Mercedes mini-coach, and tick off Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston Water, Hawkshead, Grasmere, and the Heritage City in a day.

This is an excellent choice for travelers with limited time. Go on a whistle-stop walking tour of Manchester’s main attractions such as Piccadilly Gardens, Chinatown, the Vimto Sculpture, the Alan Turing Memorial, the Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester Cathedral, and much more. Exploring the city with a guide means you won’t have to worry about getting lost, and you’ll hear entertaining stories along the way.

Go behind the scenes at Etihad Stadium, the home of Manchester City Football Club, on this guided tour. Interact with Pep Guardiola in the press room using state-of-the-art technology, walk out of the players' tunnel, see the home team dressing room, sit in the manager's seat in the dugouts, and other sites that are off-limits to the public. You also watch a thrilling audio-visual show to immerse yourself in the City story.

Get more familiar with Manchester through exploring its foodie scene on this afternoon tasting tour. Meet up with your guide and follow their lead as you make your way through two of the city's neighborhoods: Ancoats and the Northern Quarter. Try local delicacies from independently run vendors and eateries as you gain deeper insight into Manchester's culinary heritage.

See Manchester your way, your style—but with a local’s expertise—when you book this 100% personalized private custom tour. Perhaps you’re a football fan, looking to experience Old Trafford; perhaps you enjoy hip artsy hangouts such as Castlefield; or perhaps the Northern Quarter is more your speed. Whatever suits you, your guide will build the perfect itinerary for the duration you’ve chosen: pay as you go for attractions, food and transport.

Take the city at your own pace and discover Manchester on an exclusive private tour, with your own local, expert guide. Discover Manchester’s quirky Northern Quarter on this 1.5 hour small group walking tour through the city’s most creative neighbourhood. With a local guide, step back in time and explore lots of iconic streets filled with street art, and iconic buildings that showcase the Northern Quarter's spirit. Along the way you’ll uncover hidden histories, striking architecture, and stories of radical protest, music legends and creativity that still shape Manchester. The tour includes: Iconic Street Art - discover Manchester's artists, how they create their art and the impact on the city Local Independent Manchester - uncover the stories of local independent shops Historical Landmarks with Modern Stories - from suffragette activism to art deco buildings Oldham Street & Band on the Wall – radical politics and music heritage Plus plenty of hidden gems you’d never find on your own