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A Taste of Manchester's Cottonopolis with Meals, Drinks and Guide

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Manchester, England
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Manchester was a cradle of the industrial revolution but the sites that sparked it can be hard to find. Get a taste of the city and its history on this walking tour, which includes five stops for delicious tasters and two alcoholic drinks. Learn how industrial areas have been reshaped for the 21st century and turned into vibrant lifestyle destinations.
  • Hear how Manchester and cotton helped shape the modern world
  • Taste the city’s culture through five carefully selected food options
  • A choice of morning or afternoon departures lets you plan your schedule
  • Explore the relaxed pace and laid-back atmosphere of this walking tour

What's Included

  • Meals
    5 Carefully Curated Meal options that embodies the city and the history an culture of our story.
  • Alcoholic Beverages
    2 Alcoholic drinks at selected locations included

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 100 High St, Manchester M4 1HP, UK

      Underneath The 4 trees , Look out for the guide in the Claret Bucket Hat

    End point

    • Sam's Chop House
      Back Pool Fold, Manchester M2 1HN, UK

    Itinerary

    1

    Northern Quarter

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Ancoats

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Manchester Cathedral

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Royal Exchange Theatre

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    $109.10

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    Was $114.85(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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