Manchester private tours

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Top private tours in Manchester

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

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The best Manchester private tours & experiences with locals

Whether football, festivals or friends gathered at a local pub, Manchester is a city where something is always happening. England’s industrial-minded metropolis is a powerhouse of the past where attractions span hundreds of years – and our private tours in Manchester help you make the most of it. We understand that this eclectic cityscape could keep you occupied for months, but our Manchester private tours help you cut out the fluff and get right into the best bits. Strike a balance between the city’s most iconic sights and some of its local hidden gems with a Mancunian guide by your side every step of the way on private tours of Manchester you’ll never forget.

Meet some of our Manchester local hosts

Like the people who travel with us, they have different backgrounds and interests – but they’re all so passionate about the place they call home, they choose to spend their free time sharing it with the like-minded travelers matched to them.

We’ve handpicked them and we’ll match you to your perfect one!

See Manchester like a local

On private tours in Manchester with one of our local guides, you won’t get the visitor’s-only version of this dynamic city. Sure, you could easily spend your time bouncing between world-famous attractions like Manchester Cathedral and 18th-century cotton mills – but, as you’ll soon find out, there’s more off the tourist trail. Manchester private tours with City Unscripted show you the best of the city beyond your guidebook. Explore charismatic neighborhoods, join football fans in a cozy pub, and browse fantastic food stalls at a no-frills market most tourists would easily overlook.

Manchester tours made for you

Whether it’s fascinating history, fabulous food, or football fanaticism that attract you to the city, we’ll tailor our private tours of Manchester to suit your passions and personality. Our local hosts get to know a little more about you to craft an itinerary that squeezes in everything you want to see and do. Whether you have a full day, half a day, or just three hours to spend with us on private Manchester tours, we won’t waste a second of your time on attractions you won’t absolutely adore. So book private tours in Manchester today, and let us start planning your perfect trip!

Take a trip through time

Manchester private tours reveal no lack of ultra-modern architecture, high-end shopping streets and trendy eateries – but a few hundred years ago, the city was the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, and relics of this moment in history elevate the cityscape into something out of the ordinary. Explore streets where contemporary buildings stand sandwiched between centuries-old structures. From neo-Gothic architecture to old textile factories, the city is filled with snapshots of the past our local hosts are eager to share with you on unforgettable private tours in Manchester.

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Latest reviews from our guests

I am new to Manchester and I decided to arrange a 4-hour private tour of the city to understand its layout, main attractions and history. Kevin was my tourguide and he exceeded my expectations. Kevin walked me to all main landmarks, explained the fascination history of Manchester, but also the life in this great city. I was blown away by how many library, museums, history there is in Manchester, but also by the variety of neighbourhoods. Kevin is very engaging, knowledgeable and charming. He gave many tips about places to visit on my own. I very much enjoyed my tour with him. I could have not asked for a better first introduction to Manchester.

January 2025

Elisabetta R
I am new to Manchester and I decided to arrange a 4-hour private tour of the city to understand its layout, main attractions and history. Kevin was my tourguide and he exceeded my expectations. Kevin walked me to all main landmarks, explained the fascination history of Manchester, but also the life in this great city. I was blown away by how many library, museums, history there is in Manchester, but also by the variety of neighbourhoods. Kevin is very engaging, knowledgeable and charming. He gave many tips about places to visit on my own. I very much enjoyed my tour with him. I could have not asked for a better first introduction to Manchester.

January 2025

Elisabetta R
Roy is a wonderful guide. He gave us a great picture of the history and culture of the city. He tailored the tour to our interests and we enjoyed a nice time in an ancient pub. Would take a tour with him again any time.

July 2024

Paul G
Roy is a wonderful guide. He gave us a great picture of the history and culture of the city. He tailored the tour to our interests and we enjoyed a nice time in an ancient pub. Would take a tour with him again any time.

July 2024

Paul G