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Manchester walking tour with Gareth
Gareth was very knowledgeable. We had an excellent afternoon, really enjoyed it.
Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $24 / person
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1,395 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Si Manchester
- Meeting point
- Outside Manchester Central Library, next to the Red Telephone BoxesPhone Box
Description
Manchester has been my home for 25 years and for the last 9 I’ve been sharing it with visitors as an independent local guide. Discover the stories and history that made me fall in love with my city. If you only have a few days in Manchester, or you want to discover its secrets and explore the main attractions, this is the best walking tour in the city. Because I am limited by number I can ensure I give you a personal experience and you can really get to know me and the rest of the tour guests. All the main attractions are located in the city center, so this tour is the perfect choice to get to know Manchester in just a few hours.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 16–90)
- $24
- Child (ages 9–15)
- $16
- Infant (ages 0–8)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Manchester Central Library
Manchester Unique Central Library
Statue Of Emmeline Pankhurst
You will learn the history of the suffragism
The Bridgewater Hall
Home of the Halle Orchestra
Manchester Central
The Manchester Central
Manchester Ship Canal
Walk through the first man-made canals
Palace Theatre
Manchester unique theatre
One unique place dedicated to a drink
Try the drink of the city
Sackville Gardens
The green heart of the gay village
Alan Turing Memorial
The father of the computers and broke the enigma code
Gay Village
colorful and rainbows everywhere
Chinatown
The second largest Chinatown in the UK
Manchester Art Gallery
A monument for the soldiers who fell during the first world war
Albert Square
Visit Albert Square home of all the main events in the city
Albert Memorial, Manchester
Manchester Town Hall
The Unique Town Hall
Old retail boutiques
The unique history of a brilliant church
The historic City Centre of the city
Royal Exchange Theatre
The Royal Exchange
modern because of history
The Shambles
Oldest buildings in the City Centre of Manchester
Corn Exchange Manchester
Completely remade
Old newspaper factory
Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral
Chetham's Library
Oldest public library in the English speaking world
National Football Museum
National football Museum
AO Arena
Unique experience from a witness of Manchester Arena
The John Rylands Library
One of the most beautiful jewels in the city
What's included
Included
A unique list of 101 things to do in the city
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1,395 reviews
How it compares in Manchester
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 379 tours in Manchester
- Starting price $24 is 55% below the typical $54 for tours of similar length in Manchester
Excurgo comparison of 379 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth take?
Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 30 stops.
How much does Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth cost?
Prices start at $24 per person for this Manchester experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 2:00 PM.
How much does Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth cost for children?
Children aged 9–15 pay from $16, adults from $24. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Outside Manchester Central Library, next to the Red Telephone BoxesPhone Box. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Manchester Afternoon Walking Tour with local guide Gareth offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(1,395)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Nice
A very good experience; I recommend it for exploring the city of Manchester.
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Must-do
Thank you Gareth for this very interesting walking tour.
L
Just loved it
Unforgettable!!! Thank you Gareth Smith for this moment
K
Great would recommend
Garrath was really good and explained alot about Manchester, even though im from the city, would recommend the trip.
M
Charming Manchester
We loved the Free tour of Manchester led by Ivo. All the explanations and curious facts were super interesting and told in a very entertaining way (especially the pop culture nods). 100% recommended if you want to have a good time and a few laughs while you discover the center of Manchester. I don't want to forget about Salchicha, the second best guide after Ivo.
M
Great experience
A very funny guy who shares interesting facts to get to know Manchester while you have a good time. Highly recommended!
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Manchester sites with Gareth
Gareth was waiting at the meeting point and was easy to spot. He was friendly and welcoming. He started the tour promptly with an introduction, telling us about himself and his knowledge of Manchester. He also asked us all about ourselves and took a genuine interest. Throughout the tour, he was knowledgeable and interesting, telling us about the sites and their history. He encouraged questions and answered with knowledge and enthusiasm. An excellent tour guide who provided us with lots of interesting information about Manchester. We would highly recommend. Thank you, Gareth.
8
Delightful tour with very knowledgeable Gareth!
Gareth really knows knows Manchester and conveys information in a clear, attention-holding manner. He gives just the right of information and fields questions professionally. His tour is a delight!
7
Very Interesting
It was a nice walk. Gareth tañk about histories.
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