All North West England Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

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.

Enjoy one of the UK’s most relaxing zoo experiences, set within spacious, beautifully landscaped parkland in Blackpool. Unlike busier attractions, this ticket offers a flexible, self-guided visit—allowing you to explore at your own pace while getting up close to over 1,000 animals, including elephants, big cats, and rare primates. Highlights include engaging keeper talks, live feeding sessions, and the popular sea lion show, all included in your visit. With plenty of open space, family-friendly facilities, and interactive areas, it’s an ideal half-day escape for visitors of all ages.

Rather than being stuck on a noisy, crowded bus tour, this private Beatles taxi tour offers a more intimate and comfortable alternative. Ride around in a themed John Lennon Rolls Royce electric taxi with personalized service from the driver and onboard Wi-Fi. Stops include Strawberry Field, Penny Lane, and Mendips—John Lennon's childhood home.

Many sites in Liverpool that are related to The Beatles are spread across the city, with many in residential areas that are difficult to reach without a car or local knowledge. This private taxi tour solves that by taking you directly to key locations in a classic cab, with hotel pickup and a flexible route shaped around your interests. Travel easily between Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and the childhood homes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo, while your guide connects the dots with stories about the places behind the music.

Combine a gameshow-themed adventure with the opportunity to test your wits and skills on this immersive Crystal Maze-themed experience. Based on the British TV Show, solve puzzles and tackle challenges against the clock as you journey through the Medieval, Aztec, Futuristic, and Industrial zones seen in the show, trying to secure as much time as possible in the namesake Crystal Dome.

As the Beatles' birthplace, Liverpool is the best place to learn about the band’s formation and history. On this half-day small-group bus tour, listen to a tour guide as you ride to highlights such as George Harrison’s childhood home, the real-life Strawberry Field, and the venue that hosted many of the band’s earliest gigs, all while you enjoy a soundtrack of the band’s biggest hits.

Treat your family to an evening of magic and illusionism at this amusing show in Blackpool. Book your ticket here to secure your spot and then you can put the date in your calendar and plan around it. This is a family-friendly experience, so all ages will enjoy it. You might even get selected to help out with the magic tricks.

Take an adventure into the rolling green hills of Derbyshire, famously some of the most picturesque in the whole of England. See traditional farming villages and towns with their cobbled streets and plenty of dry stone walls — not to mention a generous helping of historic myths and legends courtesy of your guide. View the hills of the Peak District, and see Monsal Headstone Viaduct.

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.

Quirky Quarter is great for all ages. Visitors can enjoy the experience at their own pace, staying for as long as they like. Staff are on hand, always ready to jump in and help with e.g. taking photos.

If you’re visiting the historic city of Chester for the first time, explore at a pace set by you and your party—rather than that of a large group—on a self-guided walking tour that only requires your smart phone. You’ll cover top Chester attractions such as Chester Cathedral, the beautiful Eastgate Clock, the Roman Gardens, the Roman Amphitheatre, while enjoying the flexibility to stop for photos and take breaks whenever you like.

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.

Experience an evening of Las Vegas style entertainment during a 2.5-hour performance in Blackpool. Reserve your spot in advance and enjoy a guaranteed table. Lead by your host Leye D Johns, the non-stop show includes singing, showgirls, comedy, and more. Food and drinks are available for purchase and attentive wait staff are always on hand for table service.

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.

Liverpool FC has been shaping English football since 1892. Discover the story of this iconic club with these tickets to the Liverpool Football Club Museum at Anfield Stadium. Explore nine separate spaces; see all the major trophies together for the first time ever; replay the tensions and triumph of the 2024-2025 season; see how the club crest and home shirts evolved; and much, much more.

Without a car, reaching North Wales from Liverpool can mean juggling trains and buses between scattered stops. Leave the logistics to a guide on a small-group day trip to Snowdonia National Park, the seaside town of Llandudno, the village of Betws-y-Coed, and Conwy Castle. Travel between stops in comfort and take in the mountain and coastal scenery along the way.

Our flagship shows. These shows will feature some of the finest headline comedians from across the UK and beyond. With regular TV faces. You'll be sure to have an absolutely side splitting night of laughter at Hot Water Comedy Club. The show doesn't end after the comedy as you can enjoy live music in our bar area until late.

The hometown of the popular 1960s rock band, Liverpool boasts Beatles landmarks all over the city—but it’s tough finding them if you’re new to town. Make your sightseeing simple, and visit many of Liverpool’s key Beatles landmarks and memorials in one trip, on this private taxi tour. Head straight to sights such as Penny Lane, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and more, all while your driver-guide shares insider stories and history.

From Penny Lane to Strawberry Field and the Beatles' childhood homes, explore Liverpool by taxi—saving your feet while covering multiple, spaced-out locations. This private tour also offers a personalized alternative to shared group excursions and helps you make the most of your time in Liverpool.

Getting to and around the Lake District from Liverpool alone means relying on hire cars, or trains and buses. Skip the effort with a day trip that makes everything smooth and easy, and showcases both the region’s highlights and under-the-radar spots. In Bowness-on-Windermere you have the option of taking a cruise across England's longest lake (own expense), then explore the town of Ambleside, before heading to Blea Tarn and Grasmere, where you can sample tasty gingerbread.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Manchester and let your guide drive you through the countryside to charming villages like Buxton and to Chatsworth House, a stately home that has everything from zip lines on its grounds to pieces of art by Rembrandt. Your guide takes the group's sightseeing preferences into account, which means extra stops can be added on the way. Note that entrance to Chatsworth House is not included.