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Manchester's Music Scene

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Manchester's Music Scene
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icon3 hours  (Approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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iconOffered in: English
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
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Overview

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.
  • Explore Manchester through the city’s vibrant music scene
  • Discover iconic venues including the Free Trade Hall and Piccadilly Records
  • Your guide shares secrets of local bands like the Buzzcocks and Joy Division
  • Refreshments in the city’s historic pubs and live music venues included
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Private and personalised experience
3 hours with a Local Host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
2 craft beers or ales
Food and drinks additional to the ones included in the experience
Tickets to any attractions (most museums are free)
Transportation costs
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Departure Point

Manchester, UK

Traveler pickup is offered
Once you have booked your experience, we will be in touch in order to finalise the meeting point details with you. We can arrange pick up from hotels and other locations in the centre of the city. Your meeting point must be confirmed and agreed by the experience planners in advance. This is a walking experience, so your host will meet you on foot.

Departure Time

Suppliers and travelers coordinate start times within the given time periods.
8/29/2018 - 12/31/2023
Monday - Sunday:08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host.
  • Meeting Point
  • Your meeting point is flexible, and to be agreed with your Local Host. Meet-up at your hotel or accommodation can be requested, or your Local Host will meet you at a convenient location close to the start of your experience.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • OPERATED BY City Unscripted

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Manchester's Music Scene?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by Manchester's Music Scene.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Manchester's Music Scene?
A:
The policy on sanitization is:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
See all safety measures taken by Manchester's Music Scene.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Manchester's Music Scene?
A:
The policy on social distancing is:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
See all safety measures taken by Manchester's Music Scene.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Manchester's Music Scene?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Manchester's Music Scene.
Q:
What is the maximum group size during Manchester's Music Scene?
A:
This activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers.

See all safety measures taken by Manchester's Music Scene.

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Don’t lose this iconic history
Safari46920381519
, Jun 2019
Unfortunately the weather let us down but the host was a charming man! versatile, flexible and knowledgable. Not totally a music tour but tailored to the person. Salford lads club good luck ,onwards and upwards🙏
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