All Manchester Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

This tour of Manchester's iconic landmarks is unique because it offers a comprehensive journey through the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Starting at Albert Square, the civic heart of Manchester, the tour provides insights into the city's evolution and civic pride. The magnificent Manchester Town Hall showcases stunning Gothic Revival architecture, while St. Ann's Square highlights the blend of commerce and community. The Northern Quarter, with its independent shops and street art, represents Manchester's creative spirit. Manchester Cathedral offers a glimpse into the city's medieval past with its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate woodwork. The tour concludes at Canal Street in the Gay Village, celebrating Manchester's role as a center of LGBTQ+ culture and activism. This blend of historical landmarks, cultural hotspots, and vibrant neighborhoods makes the tour a truly unique and enriching experience.

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.

Discover the wonders of Manchester Museum on a 2-hour private tour with a 5-Star Licensed Guide. Dive into history, explore ancient artefacts, and enjoy an intimate, tailored experience that brings the museum’s hidden gems to life. Book your tour today! Available in English language. HIGHLIGHTS: - Visit the Manchester Museum with a 5-Star History Expert Guide - Explore ancient Egyptian mummies and artefacts with expert insights - Discover impressive dinosaur skeletons and fossils from prehistoric times - Marvel at the museum’s rare collection of minerals and gemstones - Uncover stories behind iconic objects from ancient and modern cultures Explore Manchester Museum like never before on an exclusive 2-hour private tour led by a 5-Star Licensed Guide. With personalized attention and deep insights into the museum's renowned collections, this intimate experience promises to captivate and inspire. Discover the secrets of Manchester Museum with us!

Manchester’s Northern Quarter wasn’t always the hip hangout it is today. Explore social justice, the counterculture, gentrification, and how public art turned the area around on this sustainable, thoughtful walking tour that includes a 10% profit donation to local causes. You’ll discover a ceramic art trail that helped transform the area, contemporary street art, and off-the-path film locations and can ask for tips on where to eat and more.

Journey into Manchester’s recent past and see how the city has rebuilt itself, sometimes literally, from the ashes. This self-guided audio tour takes you through the city center, Spinningfields, and Castlefield where you’ll hear key stories about Manchester’s journey from industrial relic to modern metropolis. Your tour begins in front of Mackie Mayor food hall in the NOMA district, where dangerous slums have been replaced by ground-breakingly modern buildings like the National Football Museum. As you wind your way through the city centre, seeing the wonderful Mancunian mix of old and new, you’ll learn about the factory owner who wanted a worker’s revolution, Manchester’s most terrifying days and nights, the scruffy statue of Abraham Lincoln, and what happened to the Hacienda night club. On the way to the Midland hotel where your tour ends, I’ll show you a perfectly adequate Manchester Cathedral, and a theatre hidden inside the Royal Exchange Building.

Enjoy a completely immersive, family-friendly activity—and challenge your group to solve a series of brain-teasing tasks and clues—when you book this cinematic escape room experience. Pick from a wide range of start times, make your own way to the venue (located in a former Victorian cotton mill), and choose from a range of themed rooms inspired by different movies and film genres. Can you complete the challenges in time?

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Scotland's rich history, stunning architecture, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. Starting from the lively city of Manchester, we'll whisk you away to explore Scotland's most iconic destinations. Lose yourself in the picturesque beauty of Glencoe, delve into the mysteries of eerie Loch Ness, soak up the dynamic energy of Glasgow, and marvel at the majestic charm of Edinburgh. Whether you're a lover of nature, a history enthusiast, an urban explorer, or an adventure seeker, this tour offers something special for everyone. The adventure of a lifetime awaits you in Scotland! Join us on this 4 day small-group tour from Manchester

What’s Included: ∙ Secret access code for exclusive entry ∙ Reserved premium table with full service ∙ 2 signature cocktail per person (4 in total) ∙ 1 premium shots per person (2 in total) · 2 washhouse branded 50cm exclusive Fans to take home ∙ Expert guidance from your knowledgeable cocktail specialists ∙ Full venue exploration with the chance to discover the hidden slide Perfect For: Cocktail enthusiasts, adventurous couples, special celebrations, or anyone seeking an unforgettable night out that’s truly different from the ordinary.

Explore the rich legacy of Manchester, where revolutionary ideas and innovations shaped the modern world. This walking tour takes you through the historic streets where inventors and thinkers left their mark, showcasing the city’s evolution from the Industrial Revolution to today’s digital age. Discover the key figures and moments that define Manchester’s identity and witness how its past continues to inspire progress. - Discover the influential figures behind Manchester's advancements - Walk through historic streets rich in industrial heritage - Learn about Manchester's evolution from the Industrial Revolution to modern innovations - Ideal for history buffs and those interested in technological progress

Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Manchester's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time. • Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group. • Discover Manchester’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert. • Uncover how Manchester City Council has shaped Manchester's skyline. • Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests. • Get curated recommendations for further city discovery. Experience the evolving face of Manchester's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.

Enjoy a romantic Italian dinner that its setting is for two people but it can be enjoyed for maximum of 6 in our award winning, Best Neighbourhood Bar 2023 - Central Manchester venue. It's a charming cosy little mediterranean style wine bar, relaxed and characterful venue nestled in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter, right in the heart of the city center.

This Manchester food tour will take you away from the tourist traps and instead into the local neighbourhoods and streets where Mancunians love to eat, drink and socialise. Visit locally run, independent food heroes, from artisan bakeries, to the city’s favourite hidden Indian cafe. Expect to walk the cobbled streets where crime was once king and try some of the best food from Manchester's many communities. Jamaican patties, Indian curries, Italian desserts and uniquely Manchester dishes all star on this food tour. You'll be led around by a team of local food lovers who love showing guests the hidden gems of their fantastic city.

This 10-hour tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, making it an ideal day trip from Manchester to Birmingham. Begin at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, home to world-class art and historical artifacts. Visit the iconic Library of Birmingham, a modern architectural marvel with the Shakespeare Memorial Room and a rooftop garden offering panoramic city views. Explore the serene Birmingham Botanical Gardens, featuring diverse plant species, glasshouses, and tranquil landscapes. Conclude at the magnificent Aston Hall, a Jacobean mansion steeped in history, with stunning gardens to explore. This tour combines vibrant city culture with peaceful escapes, offering a truly unique experience.

Find your way around the vibrant city of Manchester with a self-guided tour that’s also a fun-filled treasure hunt adventure. Using the tour app’s map, follow instructions and solve clues and puzzles to discover where to head to next. Each location is a new spot to explore, and each clue is a story about Manchester's fascinating history and an insight into the people who have lived here.

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.

Experience a side of Manchester that the history books often miss on this small-group guided tour. Explore the streets of Angel Meadow, a former Victorian slum that used to house one of the world’s first cotton mills. Learn the story of the Mancunian families that struggled to survive in the area, while discovering the area’s evolution over the ages.

Manchester was the birthplace of the industrial revolution, not to mention the Madchester dance revolution. Get to know this thriving modern city through another British icon—the classic black cab—on this private tour led by a born and bred Mancunian who’s been driving his taxi for more than 20 years. Expect plenty of personalized insights, plus tips to help you enjoy the rest of your stay.

See the best of Manchester, learn all about its history—and explore totally independently, without worries of crowds—on this private, self-led audio tour. Upon booking, download the app to your smartphone and use when, and as often, as you’d like, for up to three weeks. You’ll see neighborhoods and landmarks like Chinatown, the Royal Corn Exchange, Manchester Cathedral, and much more, and will learn behind-the-scenes stories from the audio narration.

Experience the adrenaline rush of sky diving, but in a much more cost-effective way that doesn't require you to jump out of a plane with this indoor skydiving experience in Manchester. Fly in a vertical wind tunnel and benefit from having an instructor to guide you. All the equipment you need is included, and you'll receive a certificate at the end of the experience.

The weekly 2-hour walking tour is guided by a local feminist and will lead you around Manchester city centre, combining sight-seeing with information about remarkable women. This is an intersectional feminist tour which means that we will talk about women of all backgrounds including women of colour, working class women queer women and disabled women. Trans-exclusionary radical “feminists” (TERFs) are not welcome on this tour. Trans women are women. This tour is open to feminists of all genders. If you’re an ally, you’re welcome.

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.

Swap large tour groups and crowded buses for a more intimate and independent way of exploring Manchester—an interactive scavenger hunt. Work with a team to unearth hidden facts about the city, take photos, and solve clues to complete this interactive challenge. Along the way, learn about the art, culture, and history of the city, and pass by famous sights such as Albert Square, and Manchester Cathedral.

Manchester’s mix of history and modernity can sometimes feel overwhelming to visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers insider knowledge, hidden gems, and a deeper connection to Manchester.

Discover the street art of Manchester’s Northern Quarter the fun way: with a self-guided challenge experience, downloadable as a cellphone app. You’ll play by solving puzzles in the style of a treasure hunt and unlocking stories as you explore. You’ll learn about the street art project known as the Cities of Hope, and discover the story behind the Stevenson Square canvas. Note that for an optimal game, each player should buy their own ticket.