All Manchester Tours & Excursions in 2026

If you love the freedom of independent travel but don’t fancy driving 4.5 hours or more over unfamiliar roads, then this affordable day trip by comfortable Mercedes mini-coach is perfect for you. Enjoy stops at Conwy, famed for its 13th-century castle, Chester, with its Roman ruins and historic cathedral, and Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to beautiful Snowdonia National Park: you choose what to do.

Save yourself four hours or more of left-side driving and enjoy all the benefits of an expert guide with this great-value North Wales sightseeing tour. See highlights including the pretty seaside town of Llandudno, historic Conwy Castle (entrance at own expense), Swallow Falls, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, and cute little Betws-y-Coed, the area’s fairytale capital. Hidden roads and routes make Snowdonia National Park even more beautiful than you’d expect.

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.

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.

Inspired by Hollywood Movies and TV that have brought to life America's infamous prison stories, Alcotraz is London's first immersive theatrical cocktail bar. From the orange jumpsuits upon entrance, to the real metallic cells, Alcotraz becomes the perfect backdrop to a drink within an epic yet intimate environment. You won’t find a set menu of drinks here…after all, it is prison! The working inmates of Alcotraz will be serving unique, personalised cocktails behind bars using the liquor that visiting convicts will have smuggled in and your personal tastes. As new inmates you can expect to see your illegally smuggled liquor combined with liqueurs, bitters and homemade syrups to make bespoke, contemporary and classic cocktails perfect for your time behind bars. Be as creative as you can with your attempts to smuggle-in liquor. Alternatively, Inmate Cassidy has got the Guards on your side who have their own system for hiding contraband. Just make sure the Warden doesn’t catch you.

When you book advance tickets to SEA Life Manchester, you won’t just save yourself any hassle during your travels: you’ll have guaranteed admission to one of the city’s most engaging and family-friendly destinations. Home to over 5,000 sea creatures, SEA LIFE Manchester offers visitors of all ages a glimpse into the deep. See jellyfish, pufferfish, and octopi, and learn all about the life cycles of sea turtles. Once inside, you have time at your leisure to discover.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Lake District National Park with ease on a day trip that lets you skip the hassle of car hire. Rather than keeping your eyes on the road, you’ll be free to admire some of Britain’s best-loved landscapes as you’re transported between sights in climate-controlled comfort.

Renowned throughout the world as the birthplace of the industrial revolution, Manchester has a proud history in science, music, arts and sport. Discover the city’s heritage and how it has grown to be the progressive hub it is today with the Sightseeing Manchester tour! When you hop onto the Open-Top Bus Tour, you can enjoy some of the city’s most famous and loved sights. From Manchester United Football Club to the Museum of Science and Industry, you will be an expert on Manchester by the time the tour is over! Whether you are visiting the UK from overseas or simply fancy a trip to Manchester, our tours are enjoyable, informative and engaging. With English commentary by Lord of the Rings and Lost actor Dominic Monaghan.

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.

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.

Very popular unique experience in Manchester City Center. It's an Italian twist on the beloved English afternoon tea in a cosy charming mediterranean style venue in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter, right in the heart of the city center. Our talented chef will create a selection of mouthwatering delicatessen that perfectly fuse Italian flavours with the classic afternoon tea concept. Feast on delicious small size arancini, pizzetta mignon, crispy potatoes crocchette, sunshine bruschette, savoury cannolicchi filled with ricotta and pistachio and garlic focaccia. Indulge your sweet tooth with our amazing assortment of cannolicchi filled with three luscious creams (pistachio, chocolate, and white cream), cassatelle siciliane, the iconic sfogliatella napoletana, exquisite pistachio and almond pastries, and a delightful mono portion pistachio cake.

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.

Discover Manchester's captivating secrets through an immersive audio journey that puts you in complete control of your adventure. Unlike conventional tours, this experience reveals exclusive historical insights and hidden stories known only to locals, delivered through expertly crafted narration that brings each location to vivid life. Choose your own path through the city's most compelling attractions, spending as much time as you desire at each site while uncovering fascinating tales that traditional guidebooks miss. The engaging storytelling, combined with crystal-clear audio quality and captivating voices, transforms ordinary sightseeing into an extraordinary personal discovery. Experience Manchester authentically, at your own pace, with privileged access to the stories that shaped this remarkable city.

Discover Manchester’s revolutionary history on a 2-hour walking tour that reveals the city’s role as a hub of radical activity. This engaging tour takes you through the heart of Manchester, known for its football and music, while exploring tales of resistance and the working-class spirit. Meet at the iconic Manchester Cathedral and delve into the stories of those who shaped the city’s identity. Ideal for students and history enthusiasts, this tour operates daily at 10:30 AM and 2 PM, providing a unique perspective on Manchester’s past. - 2-hour guided walking tour focusing on Manchester's radical history - Explore significant sites related to the Industrial Revolution - Meet at Manchester Cathedral for an immersive experience - Available daily with special rates for students and concessions

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.

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.

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.

Follow in the footsteps of Noel and Liam Gallagher, and discover many of Manchester’s most notable, Oasis-related landmarks, on this walking tour. Led by your guide—an Oasis expert who went to school with the Gallaghers—see their early gig venues, formers homes, the pubs where they hung out, and other landmarks. Along the way, learn insider facts about Manchester’s rich musical history.

Explore Manchester’s rich array of culinary treats with your friendly and knowledgeable guide who will take you on a journey led by your tastebuds. Feast on food from around the globe, all found in Manchester thanks to its multi-cultural heritage and long history of food and drink experimentation. Taste goodies at a traditional Cantonese bakery in Manchester’s Chinatown, and try delicacies from a whole host of local hidden gems including restaurants and street food vendors.

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.

Book online to visit LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre in Manchester’s Trafford Palazzo, and step into a world of family fun amid millions of the iconic building blocks. Perfect for rainy days, the attraction is based indoors and features laser rides, a 4D cinema, and a Manchester MINILAND, all designed for children between the ages of three and 10. After you redeem your booking voucher for your ticket, you can spend as long as you want inside.

Journey into the heart of Manchester and get to know some of its distinct and dynamic neighbourhoods. On this GPS-guided walking tour, you’ll be left not only with a collection of interesting stories and a love for the city, but also a Manchester swagger in your step. The tour begins at Manchester Central Library, where you’ll see some striking architecture from the 1800s. From there, you'll see how England’s first industrial city has grown over the years and become a master of reinvention. As you weave your way through the city’s neighbourhoods, you’ll hear about a man who ended up inspiring a cocktail while inventing a drink to replace alcohol, and about the tragedy of computer scientist Alan Turing, who spent a few years in the city. You'll also see an artwork dedicated to a dream about pets, learn how pizza created some of the most desirable housing in the UK, and take in Newton’s Apple Tree, grown from the seeds of the very tree that birthed the theory of gravity.