Manchester Rock Music, History, and Soccer Walking Tour
Whether you’re visiting Manchester for its musical heritage or its footballing legacy, this walking tour will fill you in on all the juicy secrets the city has to share. See famous streets and sets from TV and film on your way to visit places of historical importance—from women’s rights to ending slavery. If you’re into football, learn about how Manchester began the Premier League, and if you’re more of a music fan, see where live acts started out.
Highlights
- ✓Find out why Manchester is so famous for music and football
- ✓Explore the cobbled streets and historic architecture of Manchester on foot
- ✓Ask your local guide anything about Manchester!
- ✓An engaging and entertaining walking tour around Manchester with stops for photos and refreshments
What you'll see & do
- ✓Learn about the venue where Bob Dylan had his infamous moment with the crowd!
- ✓Based on Rome’s Pantheon, this was the biggest public library in Britain.
- ✓The second largest Chinatown in the United Kingdom and the third largest in Europe. Learn why the Chinese came to Manchester, what they did originally and learn about one individual member of the Chinese community of Manchester and what makes him stand out!
- ✓Learn how the hotel survived the blitz during WW2 and visit where the Stone Roses signed their first record contract.
- ✓See the sets of BBC and Netflix series and Hollywood movies and see the venues where many famous bands started!
- ✓Over 300 whiskies from all over the world can be found here in the venue where Manchester bands The Smiths, The Stone Roses and 808 State rehearsed.
- ✓See the ingenious way that the police would catch criminals in the days before mobile phones, CCTV and even walkie talkies!
- ✓Learn about how the famous Northern Quarter started and hear the story of how one man became famous almost by mistake!
- ✓Learn how this former chip shop helped bands such as Elbow become famous. You’ll also hear how it’s adapting to the increase in city centre living. You’ll also learn how it’s been featured in the Netflix series ‘Safe’.
- ✓See where the football league started and how it became The Premier League broadcast annually to over 4 billion people!
- ✓Visit Manchester’s premier boutique arcade. You will learn about the mosaics on the side of Afflecks and about the fashion of the ‘Madchester’ music scene of the 80s and 90s!
What's included
- ✓Tour guide
- ✓Guided tour
Good to know
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Manchester Rock Music, History, and Soccer Walking Tour
Whether you’re visiting Manchester for its musical heritage or its footballing legacy, this walking tour will fill you in on all the juicy secrets the city has to share. See famous streets and sets from TV and film on your way to visit places of historical importance—from women’s rights to ending slavery. If you’re into football, learn about how Manchester began the Premier League, and if you’re more of a music fan, see where live acts started out.
Highlights
- ✓Find out why Manchester is so famous for music and football
- ✓Explore the cobbled streets and historic architecture of Manchester on foot
- ✓Ask your local guide anything about Manchester!
- ✓An engaging and entertaining walking tour around Manchester with stops for photos and refreshments
What you'll see & do
- ✓Learn about the venue where Bob Dylan had his infamous moment with the crowd!
- ✓Based on Rome’s Pantheon, this was the biggest public library in Britain.
- ✓The second largest Chinatown in the United Kingdom and the third largest in Europe. Learn why the Chinese came to Manchester, what they did originally and learn about one individual member of the Chinese community of Manchester and what makes him stand out!
- ✓Learn how the hotel survived the blitz during WW2 and visit where the Stone Roses signed their first record contract.
- ✓See the sets of BBC and Netflix series and Hollywood movies and see the venues where many famous bands started!
- ✓Over 300 whiskies from all over the world can be found here in the venue where Manchester bands The Smiths, The Stone Roses and 808 State rehearsed.
- ✓See the ingenious way that the police would catch criminals in the days before mobile phones, CCTV and even walkie talkies!
- ✓Learn about how the famous Northern Quarter started and hear the story of how one man became famous almost by mistake!
- ✓Learn how this former chip shop helped bands such as Elbow become famous. You’ll also hear how it’s adapting to the increase in city centre living. You’ll also learn how it’s been featured in the Netflix series ‘Safe’.
- ✓See where the football league started and how it became The Premier League broadcast annually to over 4 billion people!
- ✓Visit Manchester’s premier boutique arcade. You will learn about the mosaics on the side of Afflecks and about the fashion of the ‘Madchester’ music scene of the 80s and 90s!
What's included
- ✓Tour guide
- ✓Guided tour
Good to know
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.