Embark on a self-guided walking tour in Manchester with puzzle challenges. Uncover local information, discover hidden gems, and test your logic and observation skills. Perfect for team-building and fun for couples, families, and groups of friends.
Embark on a self-guided walking tour in Manchester with puzzle challenges. Uncover local information, discover hidden gems, and test your logic and observation skills. Perfect for team-building and fun for couples, families, and groups of friends.
- National Football Museum - A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be waiting for you. Begin anytime, day or night. Starting at the National Football Museum is recommended for the optimal route, but you can start or finish…
- National Football Museum - A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is entirely self-guided; no one will be waiting for you. Begin anytime, day or night. Starting at the National Football Museum is recommended for the optimal route, but you can start or finish anywhere.
Interactive Exploration: Embark on a 5km walk. Use creativity and keen observation to solve riddles at stops like the medieval Manchester Cathedral or the neo-Gothic John Rylands Research Institute to discover your next destination. The entire activity typically takes around 3.5 hours, depending on your pace and breaks.
Your Tour, Your Way: Personalize your route, rearrange the order of locations, or skip stops to suit your schedule. Take a break to soak in the atmosphere at Piccadilly Gardens or enjoy a coffee near the Royal Theatre, and continue exactly where you paused. There is no time limit—your access is valid for a full year.
Stories & Tips: Discover legends and history through text or audio guides at sites like the Art Gallery and the Science and Industry Gallery. Includes curated local restaurant and shop recommendations. Available in 6 languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: internet connection required.

- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support…
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select ‘Create’ to start.
- Audio Guide & Navigation: Full audio tour and GPS navigation included via the app.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn’t finish at the starting location.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Manchester. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Entrance fees
- Max 15 people per booking in Manchester. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
Discover Manchester in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break for a photo at Albert Square or enjoy a leisurely walk through St. Peter’s Square,…
Discover Manchester in the most exciting way with a Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Engage in play, learning, and walking at your own pace with this fully self-directed activity. Begin anytime, day or night, without the need for guides or fixed schedules. Take a break for a photo at Albert Square or enjoy a leisurely walk through St. Peter’s Square, and continue whenever you wish—even the following day. This exceptional team-building experience is ideal for couples, families, and groups.
The “Complete City” Package - All you need in one app:
Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and explore over 10 major attractions, along with hidden gems unveiled along the journey.
Audio & Text: Choose to listen to our audio guide or read about the history and legends of each location.
Insider Tips: Get exclusive recommendations for local restaurants and shops.
Places you will visit include: 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.
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day.
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid public Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Audio Experience: You can use your phone’s speaker to listen to the tour, but you are also welcome to use headphones if you prefer.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.