Things to do in Manchester, England: The Best Private Tours

Book a Local Host for a personalised Christmas itinerary in festive Manchester. Ditch the travel guides, decide where to go, what to see, what to do together with your private, personal, like-minded Local Host. With a friend who knows what you like the city will unveil its best to you. 

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, A cup of hot chocolate, mulled wine to warm up or a soft drink per person, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: What's not included, Additional food and drinks from the ones provided in the experience, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

This is a state of the art new way to enjoy horror stories. Once you buy a ticket for the ghost tour of Uppermill go on your mobile phone and log in for free. Activate your code and take a look at the map, you are the blue dot in the middle and the location of stories are marked with map pointers. Once activated you have 48 hours to listen to the stories.

Inclusions: 48 hours of uninterrupted content., Map and Images of the city.

Exclusions: We don't supply a mobile device, headphones, wifi or mobile data.

Manchester is known by many as one of the most famous football cities in the world. However, the city has many valuable attractions, as well as many secrets and interesting facts. Did you know that professors at the University of Manchester created the first computer to store program and memory? The city has a library, which is the oldest public library in the English-speaking world, and is still open today. You will find interesting facts about the first inter-city passenger railway station and The Bridgewater Canal. Did you know that Manchester is the birthplace of Vegetarianism? When did the vegetarian movement start and why? A local charismatic guide will reveal the secrets and interesting facts about Manchester.

Inclusions: Professional guide

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This new tour by 'Free Manchester Walking Tours' is a walking tour of Manchester's bohemian Northern Quarter neighbourhood, always led by a guide actively working in creative industries. Our story of the Northern Quarter will include the legends of our poets, musicians, protestors and radical book shop owners. There will be plenty of photo opportunities, as we show you the Northern Quarter's street art, public art, and Hollywood film locations. Plus, our local guides will be able to offer tips for food, live music, parties and good coffee. The content and starting time of this tour can be altered to suit you - please contact me in advance!

Inclusions: Torches will be offered, depending on the time of year!

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Become a traveller, not a tourist. This tour will give you all the sights that we think a traveler to Manchester will want to discover, but instead of holding your hand we show you where they are on our map and give you the story to listen to or read. We give you 48 hours from activation to access the map and find the attractions that suit you. Includes a ghost walk, music tour and all of Manchester's history. Snikkit dot com will show you everything about Manchester. The main sites The history The people But also the small stories, the best pubs and bars, where the locals eat and much much more. This is your tour at your own pace and at your convenience. We have done all the homework for you and found and researched all the stories and facts you need for an enlightening self guided tour of Manchester's history, buildings, music and arts. Once logged in you are the boss, you decide what you want to see and when you want to see it.

Inclusions: Images and Maps, 48 hours of uninterrupted content.

Exclusions: Smartphone and Headphones

Private and personalised experience with a Local Host. Manchester is renowned for being the vibrant capital of music in the UK - there are more live music shows here than anywhere else in the country - and it has recently been crowned the UK’s ‘best live music city’ too. Manchester is home to legendary bands like The Smiths, Joy Division and the Buzzcocks and many more. So with a Local Host by your side, follow the trail of the Manchester’s musical heritage through the city. Explore the neighbourhoods where Manchester’s home grown talent started out, visit some of the best venues and historic pubs and discover how proud the locals are of their musical culture as you stop by landmarks like Manchester’s Music Walk of Fame.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location), 2 craft beers or ales

Exclusions: Food and drinks additional to the ones included in the experience, Tickets to any attractions (most museums are free), Transportation costs, Gratuities

You’ll join one of our Manchester hosts as they show you some of the city’s hidden gems, local hangouts and secret spots. Whether you’re a football fan, keen on getting to know the city that Manchester United call home or you’re just looking to indulge in some northern culture - your host is excited to share their city with you. Get ready to lose yourself in all that this city has in store; just don’t forget to get the scoop from your host about other things to enjoy in Manchester. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 8 hours with your host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)

Embark on a quest around Manchester by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own Manchester Cathedral, Palace Theatre, Albert Square, and more. + Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city + Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there + Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Manchester + Try a new type of experience: a mix between a self-guided tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt where you solve clues on your phone Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS, or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want. Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills. Dare you go on this tour?

Inclusions: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later, This tour is always available to book. We are open 24/7, every day of the week., This is the safest tour you can book: private, no human contact, you will avoid crowds., Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection to play this city game

Exclusions: A physical tour guide

With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included), All Fees and Taxes

So you’ve got a full day to explore Manchester? Whether you’re a football fan, keen on getting to know the city that Manchester United call home or you’re just looking to indulge in some northern culture - join one of our hosts who can’t wait to share with you what makes their city so special! Stop for a pub lunch and yes, even a local pint or two, do some street food feasting at a market or visit the Curry Mile; it’s all up to you, we’re just here to make it happen. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: A private and personalized experience, 2, 4, 6 or 8 hours with your host - Pick your preferred duration when booking!, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities (optional)