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City Unscripted Original
Experience outline
- Spend 3 hours with one of our music-loving Manchester hosts
- Enjoy stories of the music history of the city and indulge in the eclectic Manchester music culture - get what you want from this experience
- Your experience, your pace - pick one or two landmarks or walk the streets that bred bands like The Smiths and Joy Division
- Stop by the very same pubs that hosted and inspired Manchester music icons, and enjoy a pint (or two)
- Explore the Northern Quarter, flip through vinyl and see the ‘sound bites’
- Get recommendations from your host for some upcoming gigs you could still get tickets for while you’re in town
What makes a City Unscripted experience better than a conventional tour
Photos taken by our hosts and guests
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Reviews
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Darren is really friendly, he knows everything about his town, I had a great time with him.
September 2024
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The City Unscripted Manchester music walking tour was an unforgettable experience. Darren, my tour guide, was incredibly knowledgeable about the rich social history of the city and its vibrant music scene. I went in knowing only that The Smiths and Joy Division/New Order had their humble beginnings in this fine city, but I came out also understanding Manchester's significant role in the fight for voting rights and workers' rights. I highly recommend this tour if you want to learn more about Manchester's lively music scene and its fascinating history.
August 2024
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Darren was a pleasure to accompany on this. Cordial and informative, he runs the tour at an enjoyable pace for the subject matter - and is also fine company to just hang with in a pub. The tour is a great mix of Manchester's musical lore and the city's history and vibe.
August 2024
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This is an unforgettable experience. Darren is personable, knowledgeable and tremendous company. We saw so much and learned so much taking in the famous and not so famous sites,interspersed with personal stories and reminiscences. We walked for miles but the time just rushed by and left us thirsting for more. If you have time to spare and an interest in the Manchester music scene, then you miss this tour at your peril!
August 2024
Things to know
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Private experience, tailored to you
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3 hours
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Matched to your ideal host
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Walking tour (may use public transport)
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Hosted in English (On request: Cantonese, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish)
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Your hotel/apartment or any other central location