Manchester Afternoon Tour
Overview of the tour in Manchester
The #1 rated Tour in Manchester on TripAdvisor (and TripAdvisor, Civitatis, Yelp...), we have the first evening walking tour in Manchester perfect for locals and visitors alike. A passionate adventure led by locals, covering Manchester's most popular attractions and other great surprises. In two hours. Come to understand the city, meet new people and learn local insights.
Our tours are the most personal tours in the city, you may have heard of other tours where you are marooned in a really big group. In our tours in Manchester, we want you to make the most of your experience, enabling you to ask any questions and interact with your tour guide, so they can help you with personal recommendations to make the most of your time in the city. In our tours you’ll discover what to see in Manchester, the best places to visit and the main tourist attractions, however, we will also take you to hidden corners that the usual tourists miss.
Check out our reviews to see how much our customers love it.
All the main attractions are located in the city center, so this tour is the perfect choice to know Manchester in just a few hours.
The tour runs in English and Spanish
This activity includes:
- National Football Museum
- Exchange Square
- AO Arena
- The Midland
- The University of Manchester
- Piccadilly Gardens
- Manchester City Council
- Cathedral Gardens
- Sackville Garden
- Royal Exchange Theatre
- Main Library
- Central Library Cafe
- Alan Turing Memorial
- Restaurants
- Coffee Break
- Walking
- Stories
On arrival
OUTSIDE CENTRAL LIBRARY - Red Telephone Boxes
ST. PETER’S SQUARE M2 5PD
The tour will finish next to the Cathedral (M3 1SX).
Things to note
Free Tours “Si Manchester” is the most personal and best reviewed Free Tour in the city.
"You’re going to see, listen, discover, feel and understand the attitude and spirit of this city. Paula S"
"In-depth and extensive tour of Manchester, bringing us through a cultural, economic and social history of the city. Debbie (Ireland)"
The tour is wheelchair accessible.
The tour will cover ALL THE MAIN ATTRACTIONS and other surprises being THE MOST COMPLETE TOUR IN THE CITY.
Reservations are required for a guaranteed spot on the tour. We hate those free tours where you can’t hear what’s being said because there are +50 people on it. Reservations help us determine the number of guides we need to ensure that our groups remain manageable and enjoyable. We care about your experience, we care about you being able to interact with your guide and getting to know them personally so they can help you make the most of your time in the city and discover the best things to do in Manchester. So we strongly suggest contacting us after booking the tour and before turning up to a tour to avoid disappointment.
WHAT IF THERE'S BAD WEATHER?
This is Manchester and the show must go on! Our tours go out rain or shine. Dress appropriately for the conditions. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended and an umbrella is always handy. Wear extra layers of clothes and be prepared.
Our tour guides are in love with the city, and being in a personal small tour they can answer all of your questions and make tailor-made suggestions to get the best of your time in Manchester.
ABOUT THE GUIDE:
Your tour will be made by Ivo or Gareth, we are locals and love the City.
Ivo is originally from Spain but studied at the University of Manchester 11 years ago (we are getting old) and stayed here. A journalist and a published writer with several awards and part of the community of Manchester.
Gareth also studied at the University of Manchester and has lived in the city for the last 19 years. Part of the community worked on hospitality almost all his life, so he knows all the insights of the city.
Free Cancellation
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.