Manchester
Half a day in Manchester with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
4.9
(23)
Half a day in Manchester with a local
Experience the best Manchester has to offer on this half-day tour with a passionate local. Explore the city and gain some insider tips.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Spend half a day with a host who will create an experience that's fully customised to your interests and what you'd most like to see
- Fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Manchester, getting the best of what the city has to offer in a limited space of time
- See some of the city’s iconic attractions, as well as some secret spots you wouldn’t find in a guidebook
- Get a taste of what makes Manchester so iconic, with a twist – your stories will be authentic and all your own!
- Get the scoop from your host on other areas to explore and exciting things to do whilst visiting Manchester
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
4 hour experience
Private and personalised
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll get to experience the city as if you’re with a friend who lives there - although since our Manchester hosts are all so friendly, they soon will be your friend.
Do you see yourself at Old Trafford, aka the Theatre of Dreams or is your vibe more a trendy, artistic neighborhood? Sipping cocktails in the revitalized Salford Quays dockyards, having a tipple at a hip rooftop bar, or a pint in a local pub?
There’s more art and culture here than you can shake a stick at (it’s a local expression, trust us) so you could check out an art institution like The Lowry or discover life on Manchester’s canals. Just let us know what you’d like to experience, and we’ll do our best to make it happen.
After all, we know that a city is more than a place, but a feeling. And so that’s exactly what you’ll experience on your day with your host, as you discover Manchester your way.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Madison
Mar 2025
My husband and I had a great time on the tour with Roy. He is exceptionally kind, vastly knowledgeable, and engages in easy, friendly conversation. He provided us an eclectic history of Manchester with lessons on the city’s origins, music, food, architecture, and much more.
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Gabriel Arturo
Mar 2025
Ray is first and foremost a great person. Get to know Manchester very well and above all the emblematic sites of the city. It was a great experience. I highly recommend it. Gabriel Carrillo
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Gabriel Arturo
Feb 2025
Great person
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Elisabetta
Jan 2025
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.
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Elisabetta
Jan 2025
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.
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Paul
Jul 2024
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.
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