The Best Way to Discover Manchester: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Albert Square or a stroll through St. Peter’s Square and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups.
The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way.
Learn the history/legends of each site.
Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations.
What you will visit: National Football Museum, Manchester Cathedral, Royal Exchange Theatre, Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Art Gallery, St. Peter’s Square, Town Hall, Albert Square, John Rylands Research Institute, and the Science and Industry Gallery.
Note: This is 100% self-guided; no one will be waiting for you. Start anytime 24/7. We suggest starting at the National Football Museum for the best route, though you can start/finish anywhere. Interactive Exploration: Navigate a 5km walk. Solve riddles using imagination and observation at stops like the medieval Manchester Cathedral or the neo-Gothic John Rylands Research Institute to unlock your next spot. Total activity lasts ~3.5 hours on average, depending on your pace and breaks. Your Tour, Your Way: Customize your route, change the order of places, or skip stops to fit your schedule. Pause for a break to enjoy the atmosphere at Piccadilly Gardens or grab a coffee near the Royal Theatre and resume exactly where you left off. There is no time limit—your access lasts for a full year. Stories & Tips: Unlock legends and history via text at sites like the Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Gallery. Includes hand-picked local restaurant and shop tips. Available in 6 languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: internet required.
Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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