3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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On this food tour we visit not one but two of Manchester's most vibrant areas. You will hear the fascinating history of Manchester and it's people.
From the golden age of the Industrial revolution to the ultra cool and trendy city of today. On the tour we'll visit some of the city's most famous eating places and also some of our secret spots. Each place we visit has a special dish that tells a story of Manchester. We'll even enjoy a paired glass of wine at one stop and a unique Manchester tipple along the route. All included, no hidden extras.
You'll get to meet some of our chefs, bakers and producers. Our mission is to showcase our food heroes and introduce you to a side of Manchester you may never have seen or heard of before.
For every person who does this tour we donate a meal to Eat Well Manchester. A charity helping those struggling with food poverty in our city.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Donation to Eat Well Manchester
Enjoy a paired glass of wine at one stop.
We will be trying plenty of different tastings along the tour. Please come hungry.
Gratuities
What To Expect
Ancoats became the world's first industrial suburb at the end of the 18th century. It was the beating heart of the British empire's Industrial revolution. Now the area has been voted one of the top places to live in the world. Old mills have been restored and converted into flashy apartments. The area is full of bars, restaurants, deli's and producers. Making it the perfect place for a food tour. During our walk around Ancoats and the Northern Quarter we'll share stories about the area's incredible history. From the criminals who ruled the streets to the weird and wonderful events that have shaped the city. We'll be visiting 6 locally run, independent food vendors during the tour, enjoying amazing flavours and tastes representing the communities and stories of Manchester. From music to football, industry to activism. The story of Manchester has it all. We'll share these tales as we take you through the backstreets of our city. Visiting hidden gems and places that locals have loved for years. Fascinating history, amusing anecdotes and amazing food all star on our 3.5 hour food tour.
Options
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Reviews
354 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun activity
Juan F,
May 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great way to get to know some history about the city, culture and traditions. And of course enjoy some delicious food along the way.
Thank you Julia
Mary G,
May 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Julia is a phenomenal host and very knowledgeable. It felt like waking the town with a friend who knows all the cool little bits of information. You can tell she is very well liked by the community and places you visit. You’ll take in great food, visit eclectic shops with local artists and see hidden gems
Fun experience.
Deborah R,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Liv, was lovely. She told fun story’s from a young, local perspective. The food was good. I’d do it again if we make it back to Manchester.
Excellent tour highly recommended
Euan H,
Feb 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Julia was a great guide with a wealth of knowledge about the history of Manchester. The food and drink stops were all well chosen and very tasty. Even though we work in the city this was a great way of learning about the places we walk past on the way to our office.
Great food tour with six...
Amanda S,
Dec 24, 2024
- Viator
5.00Great food tour with six stops! (3 sweet, 3 savory.) Julia did a great job. Great way to spend half a day in Manchester
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