Private City Walking Tour in Manchester

Manchester, GB
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Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant Chinatown in Manchester
  • Discover the evolution of the trendy Gay Village
  • Learn about the history and murals of a Molly House
  • Uncover the role of a great resident in ending World War II
  • Discover the unique history and popularity of Vimto

Meeting Point

Next to the Chinese Arch

Meeting point

Manchester , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

Next to Old Wellington

Meeting point

Manchester , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Chinatown

We start at the the second largest Chinatown in the United Kingdom and the third largest in Europe. Learn why the Chinese came to Manchester, what they did originally and learn about one individual member of the Chinese community of Manchester and what makes him stand out!

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

Gay Village

Learn how the Gay village has evolved from an area of urban decay through to today’s trendy and bustling scene!

Duration 10 minutes
3

The Molly House

Find out what a Molly House is and learn about the murals on the side of the building and their connection to Manchester!

Duration 10 minutes
4

Sackville Gardens

Learn about the history of this great resident and how he was instrumental in helping end World War II.

Duration 10 minutes
5

A Monument To Vimto

Learn about how this unique Manchester beverage came into being and how and why it is so popular in the Middle East!

Duration 10 minutes
6

FAC251 - The Factory

See the building which gave the world the Madchester scene and how it still influences today’s music!

Duration 10 minutes
7

Manchester Central Library

See how the proceeds from cotton built the Town Hall and some magnificent buildings nearby!

Duration 10 minutes
8

The Shambles

From the Town Hall to Shambles Square we will be visiting some incredible structures such as The Midland Hotel, The Free Trade Hall, The Abraham Lincoln Statue and John Rylands Library. We’ll‌ ‌end‌ ‌the‌ ‌tour‌ ‌by‌ ‌visiting‌ ‌the‌ ‌medieval‌ ‌quarter.‌ You will ‌learn‌ ‌how‌ ‌the‌ ‌pubs‌ ‌here‌ ‌have‌ ‌changed‌ ‌position‌ ‌and‌ ‌how‌ ‌they‌ ‌are‌ ‌symbolic‌ ‌of‌ ‌Manchester’s‌ ‌resilience!‌ ‌

Duration 10 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What our experts say

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    Try local dim sum at Yoyo's nearby.
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    Visit the historic Canal Street after the tour.
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    Bring a camera for stunning architecture.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Check out nearby cafes for snacks.

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