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Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour

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Manchester: Sightseeing Bus Tour
4.0824223 out of 5 stars
4.1
4.0824223 out of 5 stars
1189 reviews

Explore Manchester from an open-top sightseeing bus. Learn about the city's industrial past from the recorded commentary and take in the sights as you explore the city center and Salford Quays.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Audio guide included
English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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carol – United Kingdom

Excellent value for money , commentary clear and informative. The only thing I would add is more time slots

C
Claire – United Kingdom

Brilliant! The bus stop was easy to find, and the bus was there ahead of schedule, ready & waiting for us. We sat in the top deck at the back and could hear the commentary perfectly clearly. The guide was clear and informative and we really enjoyed seeing all the sights and finding out about Manchester’s history. Highly recommended!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    The Bridgewater Hall

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    Town Hall

    Pass by

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    Piccadilly Gardens

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    National Football Museum

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    Manchester Cathedral

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    Salford Quays, Manchester

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    Media City

    Pass by

  • Timeline stop icon

    Old Trafford

    Pass by

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    IWM North

    Pass by

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    Science and Industry Museum

    Pass by

  • Arrive back at:

    The Bridgewater Hall

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore Manchester and Salford Quays by hop-on hop-off bus
  • Learn more about the city & its industrial heritage from the recorded commentary
  • Connect to the free Wi-Fi aboard the buses

Full description

Explore the birthplace of the industrial revolution aboard the hop-on and hop-off sightseeing bus in Manchester and learn more about the city's contribution to science, politics, music, arts and sport.

Hop-on and off at any of the 15 stops on a route that has been carefully planned to include key sights such as Manchester Town Hall, the National Football Museum, the Museum of Science and Industry and Manchester United Football Club.

Hop-off at Salford Quays to visit the famous Lowry art gallery and Imperial War Museum North in the stunning building by Daniel Libeskind. Discover the new media hub where the BBC and ITV have located their TV studios, and avail of the canal-side shops and restaurants. 

Includes

  • Bus ticket, valid for 2 calendar days from the date shown (if the bus is not operating on one of these days you may use the ticket on the next available day)
  • Recorded commentary in English
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Entry fees

Meeting point

Please arrive at the stop outside BRIDGEWATER HALL, LOWER MOSELY STREET, MANCHESTER - M2 3WS The stop is close to Manchester Central Convention Centre, the Midland Hotel & St Peters Square Metrolink station.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Your ticket is valid for 2 calendar days from the date shown. If the bus is not operating on one of these days, you may use the ticket on the next available day
  • The recorded commentary is in English, but other languages are available if you download the activity provider's app
  • You will be notified of any change to the schedule or route via the activity provider's Facebook page
  • Tours start at 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM on the Pink Timetable that operates all year
  • Extra tours run during the summer months, please refer to the booking schedule
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 1189 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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carol – United KingdomMay 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent value for money , commentary clear and informative. The only thing I would add is more time slots
C
Claire – United KingdomApril 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Brilliant! The bus stop was easy to find, and the bus was there ahead of schedule, ready & waiting for us. We sat in the top deck at the back and could hear the commentary perfectly clearly. The guide was clear and informative and we really enjoyed seeing all the sights and finding out about Manchester’s history. Highly recommended!
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David – United KingdomMarch 15, 2025 – Verified booking
Excellent and informative trip on the trip round Manchester!

Product ID: 147528

Activity provider:Manchester Bus Tours Ltd
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