Daily Manchester City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide
Description
Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover our turbulent history, and how it has shaped Manchester into the vibrant place you see today. From our Roman foundations to the industrial boom, and from our fight for women’s rights to our incredible musicians, Manchester is a city that never stands still. On this guided tour with a local, walk in the footsteps of suffragettes, pioneering merchants, legendary street artists, and football icons. Explore the city’s most famous landmarks and uncover hidden gems along the way. The tour includes: St Peter's Square Royal Exchange Theatre Mediaeval Quarter Street Art Gay Village Northern Quarter And many hidden treasures!
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Itinerary
Meet your guide here in St Peter's Square and learn a little bit about the history of this great Northern city!
Discover the second largest China Town in the UK and take your picture by the paifang, and learn about the multicultural melting pot that is simply Manchester
Take in the sight of the Gay Village and listen to how Manchester has pride and equality for all - plus spot a statue of the man who saved Britain
Love it or hate it - you decide! Decide whether you love or hate this modern take on Piccadilly Gardens
Take in the chill vibes of this hip part of Manchester, filled with trendy eateries and clues to its history as capital of the textile industry
Discover the surprising history behind the iconic Printworks
Manchester's football scene is thriving, so uncover a little of the background of the two rival teams of Manchester
Remember those who lost their lives during the tragic bombing of Manchester Arena at this beautiful memorial garden
Though its origins are mysterious, admire the nineteenth century beauty that sits before you
Filled with popular eating places, hear about the bizarre measures that were taken to protect some of the oldest buildings in Manchester
Finish the tour at the Mahatma Gandhi statue, in honour of a very important visitor to the North West, who would impact and irrevocably change the industry of this region
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(149)
It was an excellent tour! Gordon was very knowledgeable and included interesting stories along the way. I felt like I got a wonderful introduction to Manchester!
An interesting guided walk, run by caring people. Would recommend.
Gordon was a wonderful tour guide - incredibly knowledgeable and full of interesting facts about the history of the city. It was one of the best tours I have taken in a new city.
Manchester is a lively city with so much history. Amy is a local with arts background. She took us on a walking tour through many key places such as the Shambles and Chinatown. It was a lovely introduction to the city and I can now revisit places of interest.
Gordon is the absolute best guide!
Great tour...Gordon was awesome...very insightful and personable.
David was a fantastic guide on a very hot day. His sense of humor and vast knowledge of Manchester made for an enjoyable and educational afternoon.
The best way to get the feel of a city is on a walking tiur with a local. Dave has a wealth of experience and knowledge to share and you will not be disappointed on your tour with him. We're grateful for the opportunity to visit this city and to hear first hand the inside story of its history and it's people.
Thank you for showing us your city today David. It was a great walk!
Was great to get an understanding of Manchester and the early years. Our tour guide was on her first tour as leader and if she didn’t tell us, would have thought she’d been doing it for years. She has a great passion for the town but unfortunately I can’t remember her name sorry!
