Manchester Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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Discover Manchester, a city that sparked the Industrial Revolution and gave us the modern football club. Its rich history includes a library dating back to 1421 and a church older than both. This self-guided walking tour combines history, sport, and faith, offering a unique way to explore Manchester at your own pace.
Using the Explorial app, you'll follow a series of fun riddles and challenges that lead you from one landmark to the next. No guides, no fixed start time—just start whenever you're ready and enjoy the adventure. Highlights include solving clues at the National Football Museum, exploring Chetham's Library, and visiting St Mary's RC Church.
This experience is perfect for football fans, history enthusiasts, families, or anyone visiting Manchester for the first time. With support for 24 languages, you can enjoy the tour in your preferred language and learn about the city's stories, legends, and hidden gems. It’s an engaging way to see Manchester on your own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Manchester Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt last?
The tour takes approximately 2 hours to complete, but you can go at your own pace.
Is there a guide or scheduled start time?
No, this is a self-guided experience. You can start whenever it suits you after downloading the app.
What languages are available for the tour?
The tour supports 24 languages, including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and more. You can choose your language when starting the game in the app.
Is the tour suitable for children and all fitness levels?
Yes, it’s suitable for children aged 0-9 and adults up to 90. It’s also accessible for all physical fitness levels.
Are there any additional costs or entrance fees?
No, all puzzles relate to public areas of the sights, and no entrance fees are required for this tour.
Can I do this tour with my group?
Yes, it’s designed for groups of up to 15 people, making it perfect for families, friends, or small groups.
Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Norwegian, German, Hindi, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Korean, Portuguese, CMN, Greek, YUE, English, Italian, French, HU, Spanish, CS, UK, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, RO, Dutch, Turkish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Free download of the Explorial app from your app store (iOS or Android required)
- Points and scoring system: compete with your group and aim for the city’s high score
- Live location tracking: navigate the map with marked points of interest
- Learn about Manchester’s stories, history, and legends
- Complete flexibility: start anytime, walk at your own pace, and take breaks as needed
- Interactive riddles, trivia challenges, and photo tasks for an engaging experience
Not included
- Live guide: this is a fully self-guided experience; no guide will meet you
- Entrance fees: none required for the sights involved, as all puzzles are in public areas
- This is not an audio guide but a sightseeing, gaming, and learning activity
Itinerary
A flexible, self-guided walking adventure through Manchester’s key landmarks, combining history, sport, and faith.
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National Football Museum
Solve clues related to Manchester's football heritage and history.
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Chetham's Library
Discover one of the oldest libraries in the UK, rich with stories and history.
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St Mary's RC Church
Visit this historic church, older than many of Manchester's landmarks, and uncover its stories.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point to begin your Manchester adventure.
Book your Explorial tour today. After booking, you'll receive a game code via text message and Viator message. Download the free Explorial app, then head to the meeting point and enter your 6-digit code to start. You can begin whenever you're ready.
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Free cancellation
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled start for a full refund.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 24 hours in advance
- No refund if canceled within 24 hours of the start time
Instant confirmation
Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $6.87 per person
- Free cancellation
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