Manchester
Half a day in Manchester with a local
Flexible Half-Day Discovery • 4 hours
4.9
(31)
Half a day in Manchester with a local
Experience the best Manchester has to offer on this half-day tour with a passionate local. Explore the city and gain some insider tips.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Spend half a day with a host who will create an experience that's fully customised to your interests and what you'd most like to see
- Fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Manchester, getting the best of what the city has to offer in a limited space of time
- See some of the city’s iconic attractions, as well as some secret spots you wouldn’t find in a guidebook
- Get a taste of what makes Manchester so iconic, with a twist – your stories will be authentic and all your own!
- Get the scoop from your host on other areas to explore and exciting things to do whilst visiting Manchester
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
4 hour experience
Private and personalised
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll get to experience the city as if you’re with a friend who lives there - although since our Manchester hosts are all so friendly, they soon will be your friend.
Do you see yourself at Old Trafford, aka the Theatre of Dreams or is your vibe more a trendy, artistic neighborhood? Sipping cocktails in the revitalized Salford Quays dockyards, having a tipple at a hip rooftop bar, or a pint in a local pub?
There’s more art and culture here than you can shake a stick at (it’s a local expression, trust us) so you could check out an art institution like The Lowry or discover life on Manchester’s canals. Just let us know what you’d like to experience, and we’ll do our best to make it happen.
After all, we know that a city is more than a place, but a feeling. And so that’s exactly what you’ll experience on your day with your host, as you discover Manchester your way.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Real Stories, Real Connections
See our hosts and guests creating memories
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Michelle
Oct 2025
Roy made our visit to Manchester unforgettable. On our own, we would have missed the rich history and all the great spots to see. Our main purpose was to see sights related to The Smiths but the tour was all that and more. Roy was an attentive guide and personalized our stops making this tour a wonderful experience for both my son and myself. He was terrific and the city is full of music, history and life. We are so happy to have spent the morning with Roy. I recommend his tour for anyone who visits this great city.
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Christine
Sep 2025
Roy was very knowledgeable and accommodating. He is obviously proud to showcase Manchester
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Donna
Sep 2025
Jutta was fantastic! She showed me all Manchester has to offer, including hidden gems. I learned about it’s history, it’s charm and it’s tolerance.
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Petra
Aug 2025
We had a great day with Roy and he would have loved to show / tell us more. Only - we didn't have the time. Money for value rated only 4, because it was quite expensive for four people considering that most of the money doesn't go to Roy but to the organisation. Roys commitment though is worth 5 points or more.
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Kirsten
Jul 2025
We had a wonderful trip and we learned so much about Manchester and we’re really grateful to our guide for giving us a fantastic day.
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Tirone
May 2025
Kevin showed me Manchester and all the sites. Was a great day out. I learned so much, we chatted about history, sport and all things Manchester. Highly recommend!
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