Manchester
Must see Manchester with a local
Iconic Sights & Hidden Gems • 6 hours
4.8
(6)
Must see Manchester with a local
Visit Manchester's "must-see" landmarks on this full-day, 8-hour tour. Explore all the highlights and gain insider knowledge.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Enjoy 6 hours with your host, who will show you some of the places which make Manchester so easy to love
- Experience what you want out of the city - the world-renowned sights, shopping, neighborhoods, museums and of course the footie landmarks!
- Your experience, your pace - there is no rush to get to everything you want to see, but you’ll certainly have a taste
- Discover some of Manchester's hidden gems and neighborhoods which suit your vibe
- Get recommendations for places to eat, visit and things to do during the rest of your trip
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
6 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
6 hours with your host
A private and personalised experience
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 join one of our friendly Manchester hosts (goes without saying though, everyone in Manchester is friendly) and set off on a jaunt around this northern city to see its unmissable spots. From Old Trafford to the regenerated Salford Quays, you’ll get a slice of local livin’ and see the highlights, and we’ll throw in a few secret spots along the way too.
A day is never enough to navigate an entire city but you’ll be able to immerse yourself in the atmosphere, and experience, where Manchester’s down-to-earth reputation, comes from. Of course, there’s always the food too - stop by a pub for some classic pub grub, visit a trendy food market or explore a street known for the global cuisines on offer.
Experience the real Manchester at a pace and places that suit your vibe - just get ready to fall in love with the city.
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
Bhupinder
May 2022
Excellent tour Carolina is very informative and helpful Very easy enjoyable day I must do for anyone visiting for the first time and wanting to learn the history of Manchester
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Sucheta
Feb 2017
Bea was extremely knowledge, helpful and fun to be with. She enthusiastically took our pictures and walked at our pace. She was kind enough to go out of her way to show us the station etc.
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Allan
Aug 2019
Roy met us at the hotel and obviously knew a lot about our interests. He gave us a great overview of Manchester and took us to many interesting places. He was very attentive to our possible need to take a restroom or walking break, and gave us many insights about Manchester we probably would not have learned on our own. I would highly recommend him.
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DeEtte
Apr 2025
This was a highlight of my trip to Europe! The weather was disastrous but I had so much fun visiting all of the “Madchester” sites and hearing the AMAZING stories (historical and personal) that Darren had to share. He was beyond personable and if I didn’t live in another country I’d beg him to be my drinking buddy! Even if he supports United. Boo.
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Nicola
Mar 2025
Manchester is such a cool City and my tour guide Darren was perfect. He has lots of interesting local knowledge about the town’s history and culture. He was fascinating on the music scene in particular. It was fun and I would highly recommend.
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Nicola
Mar 2025
Manchester is such a fantastic City. There is so much to see but it is all very walkable. Darren was interesting and funny and passed on his love for the area. He knows a great deal about the history of the City and the music scene in particular. It was a fab morning tour! I would highly recommend.
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