Manchester History Tour: From Romans to Street Art

Explore Manchester’s rich history and vibrant culture on a guided walking tour. Discover hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and the stories that shaped the city.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • St Peters Square - Meet your guide here in St Peter’s Square and learn a little bit about the history of this great Northern city!
  • Chinatown - 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
  • Sackville Gardens - 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
  • A Monument To Vimto - See a statue that pays homage to the iconic drink Vimto!
  • Piccadilly Gardens - Love it or hate it - you decide! Decide whether you love or hate this modern take on Piccadilly Gardens
  • Northern Quarter - 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
  • Printworks - Discover the surprising history behind the iconic Printworks
  • National Football Museum - Manchester’s football scene is thriving, so uncover a little of the background of the two rival teams of Manchester
  • Glade of Light - Remember those who lost their lives during the tragic bombing of Manchester Arena at this beautiful memorial garden
  • Manchester Cathedral - Though its origins are mysterious, admire the nineteenth century beauty that sits before you
  • Shambles Square - Filled with popular eating places, hear about the bizarre measures that were taken to protect some of the oldest buildings in Manchester
  • Mahatma Gandhi Statue - 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
What's Included
  • Local guide
Additional Information

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 origins built by the Romans, to the industrial revolution’s impact on our city, to the vibrant music and LGBTQ+ scene we have today, see it all on this tour with your local guide. Walk in the footsteps of suffragettes, infamous merchants, street artists and football heroes as you discover the key sights of Manchester. Explore some hidden gems along the way too!

The tour includes:

St Peter’s Square
Royal Exchange Theatre
Mediaeval Quarter
Street Art
Gay Village
Northern Quarter
And many hidden treasures!

Location
Manchester Central Library
Please meet your guide outside the Manchester Central Library in St Peter's Square. Your guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket and/or lanyard.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tomy1945
Aug 4, 2024
10 out of 10 points. - Our guide, Mr David, a fine knowledgeable gentleman. All the participants enjoyed the walking tour. Most certainly i recommend the tour with him.
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Weknl
Jun 27, 2024
Good introduction to Manchester! - Had a nice personal city walk led by David! Recommended Manchester turns out to be a very nice city that has a lot to offer!
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Barbara_b
Jun 12, 2024
Amazing! 10/10 recommend - Fantastic tour! Can’t recommend enough for seeing the best bits of Manchester. Our guide was so lovely :)
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Rosemary_c
Jun 11, 2024
Great walking tour - Walking through all the different parts of Manchester and learning more about its history. David made it fun and entertaining.
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