Top North West England Walking Tours

Enjoy a private walking tour of the homeland of one of the most famous bands in the world. Delve into the schools, homes, and sources of inspiration for the Beatles, learning about their humble Liverpool beginnings from an expert guide.

Join us for a walk of the hometown of the Beatles, to discover that Liverpool has much more to offer. A city of art, music, culture, and architecture, it is also famous for the part it plays in industrial innovation. It has the second highest number of museums in the country after London. Walk across Liverpool, to find out all of the secret spots, stories and history of Fab Four city.

Manchester is famous for being one of the world capitals of football (soccer), but there is much more to see here. The seventh most populated city in England, it’s also considered a modern hub, but it was once also one of the most important textile centers of the planet. This is where the first computer to store programs and to have memory was created, and it boasts the oldest public library of the English language in the world. So, come and join us to get to know it’s many secrets and interesting facts!

One way to travel like a local is to travel alongside a local. This private custom tour makes it happen—with a Manchester local passionate about their city. Share your travel wish-list by phone or app, and enjoy a walking tour tailored to you. Let them point out sights, restaurants, and hidden gems; uncover local life, and leave not only with the inside scoop on Manchester but a new-found friend.

Liverpool is one of England’s most dynamic cities, famous for its legendary football club and as the home of the Beatles. On this tour, connect with a Liverpool local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Gain an insight into Liverpudlian culture, traditions, and everyday life; visit only the sights that interest you; and receive recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

Explore the world of poet William Wordsworth on this private Lake District tour. With a guide providing observations on Wordsworth's life and works that you might not hear otherwise, you’ll visit his Cockermouth home, and Grasmere’s Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum. Discover how the Lakes shaped the great poet's verse, stroll gardens he tended, and see his original manuscripts; all undistracted by issues such as driving, parking, and buying tickets.

Join us for this half day tour of Liverpool, a beautiful city where plentiful history is surrounded by modern culture and sport. Let’s explore the city centre together and hear about some of the famous residents, past and present. Follow your private guide through the streets that scream the name of the words most famous pop group, The Beatles. Sports fans won’t be disappointed either, with a stop at the shop of one of football biggest clubs. Our tour winds its way around the City taking in the highlights, ending in the dock area. Just imagine a few hundred years ago many thousands of Europeans boarding ships bound for the New World. Today you will probably spot one of the many cruise liners dropping off passengers to enjoy this fantastic city!

Take aim and shoot for the bull’s eye during this 1-hour archery session in Blackpool. Head to Blackpool’s outdoor archery range, then pick up your equipment and get practising! With help and tuition from your activity marshal, master the correct techniques to hit the target every time. Then, progress onto the scored archery rounds and put your accuracy to the test. Receive a certificate at the end of your session and enjoy personal attention from the safety marshal on this small-group tour, limited to 10 people.

A gastronomic adventure, sample some of the best food and drink the Britain's greatest industrial city has to offer and learn how our food and drink offers an insight into the city’s past, present and future. Manchester’s food and drink scene is booming and this tour will show you why. Your local guide will take you on a multi-stop food tour across the city revealing some culinary hidden gems and historical insights along the way.

One of the UK’s World Heritage Sites, The Lake District offers outstanding, rugged countryside unlike anywhere else in the country with mountains and of course lakes appearing at every turn. This self-guided walking tour moves away from the tourist traps to immerse you in the tranquillity of the lakes, set against the backdrop of England’s highest mountain peaks.

Unearth Liverpool’s ghoulish past on this 1.5-hour walking tour of the city’s most haunted sites. After darkness has fallen, meet your guide on the famous Hope Street and set off in search of the restless spirits who are said to roam the city at night. Stroll down one of northern England’s most haunted streets, visit the eerie cemetery at Anglican Cathedral, and hear blood-curdling stories of ‘Lantern Jaw,’ the woman in white and the local man who lost his soul to the Devil.

Go behind the scenes at Etihad Stadium, the home of Manchester City Football Club, on this guided tour. With an avid Man City fan as your guide, hear all about the football (soccer) club’s history as you visit the manager’s dug-out, the press conference room, the changing rooms and other sites that are off limits to the public during matches. Immerse yourself in the City story during a thrilling audio-visual show.

Immerse yourself in the nature of England's Lake District on this walking tour. Be on the lookout for the herds of red deer that make Martindale their home, as well as other wildlife such as birds of prey. Your guide will provide commentary on the local flora, fauna, and ecosystem and you'll have plenty of chances to ask questions.

Knowing the best spots to visit in a new city can be difficult. Make the most of your time in Liverpool with a full day’s private tour, delivered by a local host. Enjoy a personalized itinerary based on your interests and your host’s insights, and discover attractions off the beaten track, hand-picked to suit you.

Forget the conventional sightseeing itinerary and enjoy a personalized experience, with a half day tour of Liverpool delivered by a local. Discover attractions handpicked to suit your interests, including tourist highlights and hidden gems. Benefit from the flexibility of a private excursion, with your choice of pickup location and time.

Explore Liverpool like a local alongside a guide whose interests are tailored to match your own and visit places you might not find independently during this customizable walking tour. Plus, enjoy the flexibility to decide your own itinerary and departure time—ideal for travelers with specific interests and limited time—while leaving the actual logistics to the experts for a personalized experience.

Liverpool sure packs a punch when it comes to exciting things to do! You’ll join one of our local Liverpool hosts and experience the city’s quirky street food markets, impressive sights and hidden charm. Whether you have just three hours to spare or a full day to play, your host will create an itinerary based on your schedule and interests. From exploring cruising down the Mersey and exploring the Royal Albert Dockto sipping cocktails on rooftops, eating at industrial style street food markets and galleries like Tate Liverpool- adventure awaits. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like- minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

So you’ve got a full day to explore Manchester? Whether you’re a football fan, keen on getting to know the city that Manchester United call home or you’re just looking to indulge in some northern culture - join one of our hosts who can’t wait to share with you what makes their city so special! Stop for a pub lunch and yes, even a local pint or two, do some street food feasting at a market or visit the Curry Mile; it’s all up to you, we’re just here to make it happen. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Personalised and private foodie experience with a Local Host. The best way to really get to know a city is through its food and drink, so join a local to discover Liverpool, it’s craft beer and incredible food! The city’s craft beer scene is booming, you’re never short of places to find a pint and the locals are anything but shy when it comes to enjoying a drink. Throw in some classic British pub snacks and maybe even try the classic local dish of Scouse and you’ve got the recipe for a delicious experience in Liverpool!

Manchester is considered England’s music capital, but exploring independently means missing its hidden musical heritage. On this tour, follow in the footsteps of famous Manchester bands like the Buzzcocks, Joy Division, and The Smiths with your guide. Discover iconic locations including the Free Trade Hall, Oldham Street, and Piccadilly Records, stop for refreshments in historic pubs and live music venues, and find out what puts Manchester on Britain’s music map.

Discover Manchester with a private guide, and enjoy a tour that’s tailor-made to you. Pick your own departure time, meeting point, and duration, then build an itinerary with a Mancunian guide whose interests match your own. Admission tickets to Manchester attractions are at your own expense, but these can be arranged in advance via your guide.

- The Mandarin Walking tour is endorsed by VisitManchester - Explore Manchester in the Manchester Way - Tours are led by native Mancunions - Guaranteed departures, you book you go

- Explore Manchester in the Manchester Way - Tours are led by native Mancunions - Guaranteed departures, you book you go - Mandarin-speaking tour guide - Combining culture, history and engagement activities

Enjoy top hangouts and restaurants in the Northern Quarter. Explore the city’s rich the John Rylands Library Visit the Manchester Museum Visit the Manchester Museum Known from England's football history to the hidden streets