Bus Tour of Manchester, Salford and Media City

Explore the top attractions in Manchester

Known throughout the world as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Manchester has a proud history in science, politics, music, arts and sport. Discover this vibrant history from the top deck of the Sightseeing Manchester bus. 

Beginning at the Bridgewater Hall  in the heart of the city centre the Sightseeing Manchester open-top bus takes you on 90-minute trip round Manchester and the modern waterfront developments at Salford Quays. The route takes in some of Manchester’s key sights, including the National Football Museum, the Museum of Science and Industry, Old Trafford football stadium and The Lowry. Lord of the Rings and Lost actor Dominic Monaghan provides the commentary.

Bus Departure Point : Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley Streer, Manchester, M2 3WS 

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Key sights include:

• Bridgewater Hall - DEPARTURE + END 
• National Football Museum
• Museum of Science and Industry
• Old Trafford Football Stadium
  (home of Manchester United F.C)
• Manchester Cathedral
• Manchester Central Library
• Imperial War Museum North
• MediaCityUK
• The Lowry

Private Walking Tour in Manchester with English speaking guide. 

Private Bus Tour in Manchester.

Discover the history of Manchester on your own private bus tour with on board live guide commentary. 

All bus tours can be customised to suit your interests and needs, but here are some of our most popular tours:

• Manchester Football Heritage -  Manchester has a rich football history. We offer a range of tours including a general Football history tour or we can cater it if your more of a United or City fan.
• Manchester's Wonderful Music History  - We can also specialise this to specific bands, Joy Division/New Order/Oasis/The Smiths
• TV and Film Locations - Manchester is no stranger to digital cinematography with famous actors from all over the world having paved the streets of our beautiful city. Peaky Blinders, Queer as Folk, Snatch, Coronation Street., Captain America amongst many more.
• Manchester City of Firsts - See the most famous sights of Manchester and listen to unusual tales and curiosities as you travel through Manchester’s busy streets aboard this tour of Manchester.
• Cotton and the Industrial Mill Industry -  So well known for being a city of cotton that it was coined 'Cottonopolis'.  Manchester is still a city shaped by cotton.

• Art & Culture - Whether you are a knowledgeable art critic or a novice art appreciator, there will be something of interest on this tour.
• A Short History of Manchester - From the Roman Empire to Madchester to the current day 
• A Life of Crime - Manchester's famous crimes, underworld gangs and buildings with criminal history.
• A Religious History of Manchester -  Baptists, Roman Catholics or other religions have found their place in the city. Visit some amazing architecture and religious spots within the city.

Our sighbuses can seat up to a maximum of 45 guests upstairs + 25 downstairs. Each bus is fitted with a microphone for the guide and each vehicle is maintained and routinely serviced. There is no compromise when it comes to passenger comfort, safety or satisfaction and we will ensure that your tour is as pleasant as possible.

The ultimate Manchester music experience! Be guided and chauffeured through Manchester and the suburbs. See where the music began, the musicians lived, grew-up, partied, fell-out, rehearsed and performed.

Ideal for groups from 1 to 6 persons for 3 or 4 hours duration.

• Manchester Music Mix Tour
• The Smiths Tour
• Oasis Tour
• Joy Division Tour