Explore John Rylands Library: Manchester's Gothic Gem

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...

• Manchester Central Library
• Statue Of Emmeline Pankhurst
• The Bridgewater Hall
• Manchester Central
• Manchester Ship Canal
• Palace Theatre
• Sackville Gardens
• Alan Turing Memorial
• Gay Village
• Chinatown
• Albert Square
• Manchester Town Hall
• Royal Exchange Theatre
• The Shambles
• Corn Exchange Manchester
• Manchester Cathedral
• Chetham's Library
• National Football Museum
• AO Arena
• The John Rylands Library

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Art, culture, music, football, industries ... Discover the rich cultural heritage of Manchester, ranging from Roman times to the avant-garde influence. Our tour covers the main attractions of Manchester and many other hidden gems of the city. It is the best way to visit the city and it is the Tour ...

• Manchester Central Library
• Statue Of Emmeline Pankhurst
• Manchester Central
• Manchester
• Free Trade Hall
• St. John's Gardens
• Spinningfields
• The John Rylands Library
• King Street
• Royal Exchange Theatre
• Corn Exchange Manchester
• St. Ann's Square
• National Football Museum
• Chetham's Library
• Manchester Cathedral

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, LGBTQ + Friendly, Dogs Welcome

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Shoot amazing Photos, On Manchester's #1 Photography Tour on TripAdvisor, you will meet a local expert photographer who will bring you to 5-7 spots of Manchester over 90 minutes. For the month of August, we are training in new guides so will be their early tours, that's why we're discounting our ...

• National Football Museum
• Exchange Square
• Barton Arcade
• The John Rylands Library
• St Peter's Square
• Chinatown

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Join Joe, an Oasis insider who went to school with the Gallagher brothers, on an exclusive Oasis-themed walking tour of Manchester! Whether you're a die-hard Oasis fan or just love Manchester’s rich musical history, this tour promises an unforgettable experience filled with stories, iconic locations...

• Free Trade Hall
• Manchester Central
• Peterloo Massacre Monument
• The Bridgewater Hall
• Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
• The John Rylands Library
• Royal Exchange Theatre
• Manchester Cathedral

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Forget about crowds, schedules or lines! With this self-guided experience, your smartphone is your new private guide. Stroll around Manchester at your own pace, having the opportunity to take astonishing pictures and enter any attraction you fancy. You will learn about Manchester's history; from ...

• A Monument To Vimto
• Alan Turing Memorial
• Gay Village
• Chinatown
• St Peter's Square
• The Bridgewater Hall
• Royal Exchange Theatre
• The Shambles
• Manchester Cathedral
• The John Rylands Library
• Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
• Manchester Central Library
• Manchester Central
• The Corn Exchange

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

This self-guided audio walking tour of Manchester traces a city that never accepted the way things were — from the Peterloo Massacre to the suffragettes, Alan Turing's story to the IRA bomb that rebuilt the city centre. Across 20 stops, you'll hear what most tours skip: cotton workers who chose cons...

• Piccadilly Gardens
• Alan Turing Memorial
• The John Rylands Library
• Manchester Cathedral
• Chinatown
• Manchester Art Gallery
• Free Trade Hall
• Peterloo Massacre Monument

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop and time required to walk through all the stops.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

We only host private tours meaning that we can tailor make the experience to suit your wants and needs. Whilst Manchester isn't the biggest city it can be quite difficult to get around. We've lived here all our lives and know the alleyways and back streets. Our mission is to show you the highlights...

• Manchester Cathedral
• Northern Quarter
• Chinatown
• St Peter's Square
• The John Rylands Library
• The Bridgewater Hall
• National Football Museum
• The Peveril of the Peak

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, we will be walking for about 4km during the tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

The weekly 2-hour walking tour is guided by a local feminist and will lead you around Manchester city centre, combining sight-seeing with information about remarkable women. This is an intersectional feminist tour which means that we will talk about women of all backgrounds including women of colou...

• Statue Of Emmeline Pankhurst
• Manchester Central Library
• The John Rylands Library
• Albert Square
• Manchester Art Gallery
• Chinatown
• Gay Village

• 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

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Manchester's influence extends far beyond its size. From the textile mills that powered the Industrial Revolution to globally influential music, football, science, and innovation, the city has continually shaped ideas, industries, and culture far beyond its borders. A full day gives you the opportun...

• Manchester
• Northern Quarter
• The John Rylands Library
• Manchester Museum
• National Football Museum

• Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences., This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included., Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover Manchester's captivating secrets through an immersive audio journey that puts you in complete control of your adventure. Unlike conventional tours, this experience reveals exclusive historical insights and hidden stories known only to locals, delivered through expertly crafted narration tha...

• Manchester Piccadilly Station
• Manchester Art Gallery
• Albert Square
• Manchester Central Library
• People's History Museum
• Science and Industry Museum
• Castlefield Urban Heritage Park
• Manchester Cathedral
• Chetham's Library
• Manchester Museum
• The John Rylands Library
• The Monastery Manchester
• Heaton Park
• Fletcher Moss Park & Botanical Gardens

• Wheelchair accessible, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, 1. Complete Flexibility - Tour at Your Own Pace: This is a self-guided audio tour, NOT a GPS-guided tour. You have complete freedom to choose which attractions to visit, explore in any order you prefer, start and finish wherever you like, and even split the tour across multiple days. Spend as much time as you want at each location and take breaks whenever needed., 2. How You'll Receive Your Tour Materials: On your selected travel date, before your start time, you'll receive your private access links through your booking platform's messaging system. Link 1 provides your complete audio guide playlist featuring all attractions, and Link 2 gives you your interactive itinerary map with individual guides for each location. Simply click each link and select "Proceed to external site" to access your materials—your links lead directly to trusted platforms (SoundCloud and Google Maps) where your private tour content is hosted. Your private access links remain valid until your tour is complete (maximum 6 days), giving you complete flexibility to explore at your own pace. If you experience any difficulty accessing your audio guides or itinerary map, please contact us and we'll be happy to assist you., 3. Using Your Audio Guides (Link 1 - SoundCloud): Open the SoundCloud link in your web browser (Safari, Chrome, etc.). You'll see a playlist of all attraction audio guides organized in a suggested order. You can listen before your tour to plan which attractions interest you most, or play them as you arrive at each location. Simply scroll through the playlist, tap any attraction to play its audio guide, and use play/pause controls as needed throughout your tour., 4. Using Your Interactive Map (Link 2 - Google My Maps): Open the Google My Maps link in your web browser - not the Google Maps app. You'll see all attractions marked with headphone icons. Navigate by either tapping directly on any headphone icon on the map, or tapping the tour title below the map to view a complete list of attractions. When you select an attraction, a popup window appears with a clickable link to that location's audio guide., 5. What to Bring & Prepare: Essential items: headphones/earphones, fully charged smartphone, and internet access. Before your visit, review both links to familiarize yourself with the attractions and audio content, then decide your priorities and create your own route or follow our suggested order.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.