Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North

Silent Adventures Silent disco tour at Exchange Square, 12 October–23 November 2019, from £14.5 - Book now

Take the party to the streets with Silent Adventures and their hugely popular silent disco tours. A craze that has taken 6 other UK cities by storm will be hitting Manchester this autumn.

Manchester Gay Tours with Sí Manchester, 11 October–28 December 2019, from £15 - Book now

Explore Manchester’s most open minded and accepting party scene with Sí Manchester as they show you through the bars and scenes of Manchester’s Gay Village. 

Gin Tasting with Afternoon Tea at Malmaison Manchester, City Centre, 7 December 2019, 2:00 pm–4:30 pm, from £59 - Book now

Experience six Gins hand picked by the Northern Wine School alongside afternoon tea. You’ll learn about the drinks as they are served as well as the history and process behind gin making.

Flecky Bennet's Halloween Walks, 30 October–2 November 2019, from £15.68 - Book now

Flecky Bennet brings two of his most terrifying tours to Manchester for Halloween weekend. Be warned these ghost walks are only for the brave. 

Cultural Comedy Tour with Harriet Dyer at Salford Museum at Salford Museum and Art Gallery, Manchester, 23 October 2019, 7:00 pm–8:00 pm, from £9 - Book now

Stand-up comedian Harriet Dyer will be putting a comedic spin on the A-Z exhibition of Salford Museum. Discover a more playful way to approach our cultural history. 

Yoga and Mindfulness with Suli Yoga at Hope Mill & AWOL Studios, City Centre, 11 September–30 October 2019, free entry - Visit now

Breakdown the stereotypes of competitive or intimidating yoga classes with Suli Yoga’s open and relaxed approach to exploring your body.

Meditation at the Manchester Buddhist Centre at Manchester Buddhist Centre, Manchester, 11 September 2019–28 February 2020, from £5 - Book now

Join the community at the Manchester Buddhist Centre and let them show you the benefits of giving your mind a bit of attention.

Free Guitar Lessons at Partisan at Partisan, Manchester, 25 September–27 November 2019, free entry - Visit now

Get stuck into a new hobby at no cost with this collaboration between Partisan and the New School of Music. This ten week course of small group guitar lessons is a great way to get to grips with the instrument.

The Life Centre North, 293A Deansgate, Manchester, M3 4EW - Visit now

An enigmatic hive of yogic activity. There’s a wide variety of yoga classes at the Life Centre North, explore hot and cold studios and see the full range of yoga being taught there.

The Circus House, Unit 40, Hamilton Rd,, Manchester, M13 0PD - Visit now

Challenge yourself and learn a new skill within a warm and friendly community of circus performers at Manchester’s very own Circus House.

Uswim at Salford Quays, Dock 9, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ - Visit now

Jump into waters of dock 9 at Salford Quays with Uswim, they bring the benefits and freedom of open water swimming to the convenience of an urban environment.

National Football Museum Guided Tours at National Football Museum, Cathedral Quarter, 7 May–7 December 2019, free entry - Visit now

Discover ‘the beautiful game’ with a guided tour of the National Football museum. You’ll learn about the sports origins as well as getting up close to a collection filled with infamous cups, shirts and artefacts.

DISCOVER VICTORIA BATHS - Wednesday Guided Tour at Victoria Baths, Manchester, 3 April–30 October 2019, from £6 - Book now

The stunning Victoria Baths open again this April. Discover their charm for yourself with a midweek guided tour.

Joint Tours of Elizabeth Gaskell's House and The Pankhurst Centre at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, Manchester, 26 March–26 November 2019, from £17 - Book now

Discover the stories of two highly influential Mancunian women in a joint tour taking you through both of their homes.

Breakout Manchester, 36 High Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 1QB - Visit now

Get trapped in one of Breakout Manchester’s high concept escape rooms with a mixture of locks and cryptic puzzles standing between you and the exit.

The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience Manchester, Crystal Maze Live Experience Manchester, Lower Byrom Street, Manchester, M3 4AP - Visit now

Take on the challenges from the 90’s TV show for yourself in this immersive game (featuring vintage bomber jackets).

Lucardo Escape Rooms, Virginia House, 5 - 7 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester, M4 5AD - Visit now

Test your lock picking abilities with Lucardo’s imaginatively themed rooms and multiple locks.

Clay Studio Manchester, 61 Old Birley Street, Manchester, M15 5RF - Visit now

Visit Clay studio in Hulme to discover the hive of ceramicists and hobbyists creating in the space. Try their workshops or visit their exhibitions, both are well worth it.