Skip to main content

The Real Manchester from a Real Mancunian a walking tour

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

Overview

    What's Included

    • Guided walking tour led by a qualified architect
    • Use of archival maps, photos and diagrams during the tour
    • Insights into Manchester’s architectural and urban evolution
    • Small group size for an interactive experience
    • Follow-up email with key references and recommended reading

      Meeting and Pickup

      Meeting point

      • The Edwardian Manchester Hotel
        Free Trade Hall, Peter St, Manchester M2 5GP, UK

        We'll meet outside the front of The Edwardian Manchester hotel (the former Free Trade Hall), on Peter Street.

      End point

      • Royal Exchange Theatre
        St Ann's Square, Manchester M2 7DH, UK

        We'll finish the tour inside the Royal Exchange. Please note that on some days when there are matinees (afternoon performances) at the theatre, we may not get full access to the main hall.

      Operating hours
      .2:00 pm

      Itinerary

      1

      Free Trade Hall

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      2

      Friends' Meeting House

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      3

      The Midland

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      4

      Manchester Central Library

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      5

      Albert Square

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      6

      Lincoln Square

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      7

      St. Ann's Church

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      8

      Back Pool Fold

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      9

      Corbieres Bar

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      10

      Royal Exchange Theatre

      10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Wheelchair accessible
      • Stroller accessible
      • Service animals allowed
      • Near public transportation
      • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
      • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
      • Most travelers can participate
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

      Cancellation Policy

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

      Reviews

      5.0
      based on 2 reviews
      Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

      Fabulous tour of Manchester

      Marcia_M, Jun 2026
      Wonderful from start to finish. Rick was knowledgeable, funny and he made the experience a good one. I loved his passion for his city. I’m a Manc and learnt lots about my city.

      From $27.36

      per person

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

      Book ahead!
      On average, this is booked 52 days in advance.

      Compare Similar Experiences

      1 / 3
      Current
      The Real Manchester from a Real Mancunian a walking tour


      2 hours
      Free Cancellation
      From
      $27.36
      Women of Manchester Walking Tour


      2 hours
      Free Cancellation
      From
      $20.52
      Radical Walking Tour of Manchester


      2 hours
      Free Cancellation
      From
      $34.21
      Manchester Walking Tour: The Medieval Quarter


      2 hours
      Free Cancellation
      From
      $27.36