Top North West England Walking Tours

Save time researching Liverpool’s past, and get an insider’s account of the city’s history, heritage, and culture on this guided walking tour. Hear personal stories that you won't find in a guidebook, get top tips on photo opportunities, and check off a variety of key landmarks in a short space of time—such as the Royal Albert Dock, the Beatles Statue (or alternative statues when access is restricted), and Liverpool Town Hall.

Discover Manchester, England with a local guide to show you around the city and some of its top attractions on this group walking tour. See the Royal Exchange Theatre, street art, the Gay Village, St Peter’s Square, and more as you stroll. Learn all about Manchester’s history, from the Romans to the Industrial Revolution and beyond.

This self-guided audio walking tour of Manchester traces a city that never accepted the way things were — from the Peterloo Massacre to the suffragettes, Alan Turing's story to the IRA bomb that rebuilt the city centre. Across 20 stops, you'll hear what most tours skip: cotton workers who chose conscience over survival, a Cold War bunker beneath Chinatown, and a postbox that survived Britain's largest peacetime bomb. This tour connects two thousand years of radical history across one four-kilometre walk. Set your own pace, start anytime, pause whenever you like. No group to keep up with, no fixed schedule. Over 500 travelers have taken this Manchester audio tour, and 20,000+ have used our self-guided tours worldwide. If you'd rather explore on your own terms with richer stories than a rushed group tour allows, this is for you. Full refund guarantee — book with confidence.

Fans of the “Fab Four”—get ready for a Beatles-themed extravaganza. This guided tour is the perfect way to save time and tick off lots of places related to the world-renowned band. Stroll past the Beatles Statue, the Hard Days Night Hotel, and the Eleanor Rigby Statue; and enjoy guide commentary about Liverpool’s music culture and the backstory of The Beatles.

Journey deep into Chester’s dark history on this self-guided walking tour. Rather than follow a timetabled group tour, set out when you want at your preferred pace to experience the city’s creepy locations: uncovering stories and other secrets you may not hear on your own. Visit sites reputedly still guarded by long-ago Roman soldiers, hear about phantom-roamed pubs, wander murky graveyards, and linger as you wish at each stop to absorb the atmosphere. Ideal for ghost-hunters and history buffs.

See the sights of Liverpool and learn about its history–dating all the way back to 1207 on this walking tour. Save hours of research time and instead, let your historian guide explain the timeline of the city. The tour visits highlights such as the Royal Liver Building, Liverpool Town Hall, the Queen Victoria Monument, the Old Dock, and the Royal Albert Dock.

Discover the ancient Roman history of the city of Chester, once the largest Roman fortress in Britain, during this walking tour. Follow your guide who is dressed as a Roman soldier and learn about the Roman heritage of Chester as you visit landmarks such as the amphitheater, the city walls, and the Roman gardens.

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 vibrant essence of Manchester on the '5 Quarters' walking tour, where history seamlessly intertwines with modern creativity. This engaging journey covers five unique quarters, each revealing a chapter of Manchester’s rich narrative—from its Roman origins to the heart of the Industrial Revolution, and its contemporary artistic scene. Led by expert local guides, you’ll uncover hidden gems and captivating stories that you won't find in any guidebook, ensuring a deeper understanding of the city’s character. Ideal for both locals and visitors, this tour promises an enriching experience for all ages. - Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes, including a short comfort break. - Group size limited to 20 participants, ensuring personalised attention. - Outdoor tour with stops at significant landmarks, focusing on historical insights without indoor access. - Headsets are provided for clear communication during the tour, enhancing the overall experience.

Discover the sightseeing highlights of Chester with a local guide to show you around town on this small-group walking tour. Learn all about the city’s storied past as you navigate its cobbled streets with the help of your guide. See Northgate Street, Chester Cathedral, the Chester Rows, and much more.

From the place where Liverpool's wealth flowed in at the Albert Dock to the cellar where The Beatles played nearly 300 gigs before the world caught on – this walking tour takes you through the stories Liverpool doesn’t put on postcards. Start at the Royal Albert Dock, and discover the hidden symbolism in the statues there. Walk past the Three Graces where mythical Liver Birds are said to hold the city’s fate, then into the medieval streets that made Liverpool the Second City of the Empire. Stand inside the Bombed Out Church – a roofless ruin and end at the Anglican Cathedral, Britain’s largest, designed by a 22-year-old. Available in 9 languages. Use the app’s map and photos to navigate between stops. No group to wait for, no schedule to follow – pause for a pint, replay a story, or duck into a museum whenever you like.

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.

This isn’t a scripted, flag-following tour. It’s a relaxed pub walk led by someone who fell in love with Liverpool and never quite left. We visit carefully chosen pubs full of character, take the time, and let the conversations unfold naturally. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the city, its people, and the kind of details you won’t find in guidebooks. It’s small, social, and easygoing by the end, it feels less like a tour and more like being shown around by a local. Drinks aren’t included, so you’re free to enjoy as much or as little as you like at each stop. All four pubs accept card payments.

Unlike most walking tours, this tour is limited to 10 people so you won't be in a huge group! Book on to our essential city highlights walking tour of Liverpool where you’ll see the grand Pier Head, visit our stunning cathedrals, and explore lots of hidden gems! What makes this tour special? We take care of you whilst on the tour and will answer any questions you may have and also recommend any places to eat or drink along the way! ALL children under 16 go free! Time: 11am to 1pm (7 days a week) Distance: 2 miles (approximately) Price: £19 adults Children under 16 go FREE Please Note* online booking closes at 9pm the previous day (unless there is already a booking then it will stay open until 1 hour before the tour). Please email us for details.

Blackpool built a copy of the Eiffel Tower, laid the world's largest Comedy Carpet on its seafront, and sent three piers into the Irish Sea — and it's still not done trying to impress you. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you along Blackpool's famous Promenade on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues to Blackpool Tower, the Comedy Carpet, and Blackpool North Pier — three landmarks that have been making people smile since 1894 • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Perfect for families, friend groups, and seaside enthusiasts; photo challenges on the Golden Mile are as entertaining as the landmarks themselves Around 2 hours, any group size, available in English. The Tower is the obvious bit — your phone has the rest of the story.

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.

Liverpool made the music the world still listens to — and the city has plenty more to say beyond the Fab Four. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Liverpool on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve clues at the Beatles Statue, the Cavern Club, and St George's Hall — pop legend, live music history, and Victorian civic grandeur in one walk • Start when you arrive and go at whatever pace suits the group • Perfect for families, music fans, history lovers, and groups of any size Around 2 hours, any group size, available in English. Even non-Beatles fans find Liverpool impossible to resist.

Unearth Liverpool’s ghoulish past on an evening walking tour of the city’s most haunted places. After darkness has fallen, meet your guide on the famous Hope Street and set off in search of the restless spirits who are said to roam the city at night, exploring after dark safely in a group. Stroll down one of northern England’s most haunted streets, visit the eerie cemetery at Liverpool Cathedral, and hear blood-curdling stories of Lantern Jaw.

The Best Way to Discover Manchester: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Albert Square or a stroll through St. Peter’s Square and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: National Football Museum, Manchester Cathedral, Royal Exchange Theatre, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Art Gallery, St. Peter’s Square, Town Hall, Albert Square, John Rylands Research Institute, and the Science and Industry Gallery.

Come discover the sights of a city 2000 years in the making. Your guide will take you through the beautiful streets and even something very special that's not open to the public. Hear from a guide with almost 15 years experience, from the Romans through to the victorians, with plenty in-between. Discover what made Chester such an important city for most of English history. It's beautiful architecture, its people and how it shaped history itself. Everyone is welcome, it's great for families, visitors, and people who love an adventure into the past. This beautiful city was voted the most picturesque in the world, so what's stopping you?

Follow the footsteps of the Fab Four in Liverpool with this guided Beatles walking tour of the city. A fun experience for those who want to check off sites, the tour includes photo opportunities aplenty along with stories of the band and their lives in Liverpool. The Cavern Club, the Eleanor Rigby statue and Albert Dock are among the highlights.

Go beyond the guidebooks to learn about the history, culture, and future of Manchester's Media City and The Quays on a family-friendly guided walking tour. Led by a local guide, start and end your journey at the impressive Media City Piazza, and pass by landmarks such as the Lowry Arts Centre and the Imperial War Museum. Enjoy the benefit of your guide's insight—something you'd miss if exploring independently—and stroll alongside the storied Manchester Ship Canal (which links the city to the Irish Sea). Along the way, get the lowdown on urban regeneration, and find out why the area is one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the UK.

Finding Manchester’s best wine spots on your own can mean missing places that the locals actually love. This small-group walking tour takes you beyond the usual tourist areas and into the heart of the city’s wine scene with a local guide. Stroll between handpicked bars, restaurants, and specialty shops, while learning about Manchester’s neighborhoods and wine culture. With time to ask questions and get personalized recommendations, the experience blends relaxed sightseeing with insider access to some of the city’s top wine venues.