3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch
Overview
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.
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.
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.
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.
Inclusions
- Lunch - We will be trying plenty of different tastings along the tour. Please come hungry.
- Bottled water
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
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 we'll share stories about the people that lived and worked here. Little Italy, and the Irish quarter are both in Ancoats and give the area a wealth of history and character.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Radium Street, Radium St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Home to Manchester's favourite bakery Radium street has an interesting past and is a great place to stop and eat.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Beehive Lofts Coworking - Beehive Mill, Beehive Mill, Jersey St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6JG, UK
Home to one of the best nightclubs in the world at one point. This grade 2 listed building is a great example of Manchester's constantly evolving way of life.
Stop At: Bengal Street, Bengal St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Back in the late 19th century this street was home to one of the most feared local gangs. The Bengal tigers were not to be messed with. If you've watched Peaky Blinders the tigers were the influence behind the show.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cutting Room Square, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6BF, UK
This was the heart of Manchester's Little Italy. Towering above the square is St Peter's church which is now the home to the Halle orchestra.
The square is surrounded by some of Manchester's favourite restaurants. It's a great spot to stop and take in a few dishes.
One of the buildings we eat in used to be the ice factory. Here the Italian ice cream sellers used to gather every day to collect their ice. We try a unique Manchester dish here, one that connects Japan and the Titanic disaster all through Manchester.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Anita Street, Anita St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Originally called Sanitary street Anita street is one of the most photographed streets in Manchester. The old cobbles are still there and this is a living example of how houses were built back in the early 20th century.
Today the houses are in great demand but this hasn't always been the case. Once this area was one of Manchester's biggest slums.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Northern Quarter, Manchester, UK
The NQ is home to some of Manchester's coolest shops, restaurants and people. It is home to Manchester's creative industry. With amazing street art and hidden bars and restaurants around every corner this is an amazing place to explore.
On our tour we show you some of our favourite locally run businesses. We'll dive into an arts centre and walk through the old markets as we sample some great food along the way.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tib Street, Tib St, Manchester, UK
One of the most characteristic streets in Manchester. Tib street is infamous amongst us local Mancunians. A huge outdoor pet market, a seedy dark side, and a pavement full of poetry. A stroll along this much loved street tells some great stories. And of course, great food is never far away.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Manchester Craft and Design Centre, Manchester Craft Centre 17 Oak Street Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 5JD England
What was once a fish market is now a hidden gem right in the back streets of the Northern Quarter. We'll take a quick look inside the Manchester Craft and Design Centre on our way to the next bite. This is a great spot to pick up some unique souvenirs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Arndale Food Market, Market St, Manchester M4 3AQ, UK
Hidden at the back of the Arndale shopping centre is one of Manchester's favourite food halls. A fresh fish market for the city's many top end restaurants this is also the place to get amazing tacos some of the best Caribbean food and one of the Manchester's most famous desserts.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
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 we'll share stories about the people that lived and worked here. Little Italy, and the Irish quarter are both in Ancoats and give the area a wealth of history and character.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Radium Street, Radium St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Home to Manchester's favourite bakery Radium street has an interesting past and is a great place to stop and eat.
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: Beehive Lofts Coworking - Beehive Mill, Beehive Mill, Jersey St, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6JG, UK
Home to one of the best nightclubs in the world at one point. This grade 2 listed building is a great example of Manchester's constantly evolving way of life.
Stop At: Bengal Street, Bengal St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Back in the late 19th century this street was home to one of the most feared local gangs. The Bengal tigers were not to be messed with. If you've watched Peaky Blinders the tigers were the influence behind the show.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cutting Room Square, Ancoats, Manchester M4 6BF, UK
This was the heart of Manchester's Little Italy. Towering above the square is St Peter's church which is now the home to the Halle orchestra.
The square is surrounded by some of Manchester's favourite restaurants. It's a great spot to stop and take in a few dishes.
One of the buildings we eat in used to be the ice factory. Here the Italian ice cream sellers used to gather every day to collect their ice. We try a unique Manchester dish here, one that connects Japan and the Titanic disaster all through Manchester.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Anita Street, Anita St, Ancoats, Manchester M4, UK
Originally called Sanitary street Anita street is one of the most photographed streets in Manchester. The old cobbles are still there and this is a living example of how houses were built back in the early 20th century.
Today the houses are in great demand but this hasn't always been the case. Once this area was one of Manchester's biggest slums.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Northern Quarter, Manchester, UK
The NQ is home to some of Manchester's coolest shops, restaurants and people. It is home to Manchester's creative industry. With amazing street art and hidden bars and restaurants around every corner this is an amazing place to explore.
On our tour we show you some of our favourite locally run businesses. We'll dive into an arts centre and walk through the old markets as we sample some great food along the way.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Tib Street, Tib St, Manchester, UK
One of the most characteristic streets in Manchester. Tib street is infamous amongst us local Mancunians. A huge outdoor pet market, a seedy dark side, and a pavement full of poetry. A stroll along this much loved street tells some great stories. And of course, great food is never far away.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Manchester Craft and Design Centre, Manchester Craft Centre 17 Oak Street Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 5JD England
What was once a fish market is now a hidden gem right in the back streets of the Northern Quarter. We'll take a quick look inside the Manchester Craft and Design Centre on our way to the next bite. This is a great spot to pick up some unique souvenirs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Arndale Food Market, Market St, Manchester M4 3AQ, UK
Hidden at the back of the Arndale shopping centre is one of Manchester's favourite food halls. A fresh fish market for the city's many top end restaurants this is also the place to get amazing tacos some of the best Caribbean food and one of the Manchester's most famous desserts.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- We have been cleared to operate under covid rules by Visit Britain under the Good to Go initiative.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Andrew B
November 2022
We did the 3 hour tour with guide Danny. He was a fantastic host and it was great to learn more about the industrial history of Manchester and try some delicious food along the way. I'd recommend this as a great activity for couples, groups of friends or even solo travellers.
We did the 3 hour tour with guide Danny. He was a fantastic host and it was great to learn more about the industrial history of Manchester and try some delicious food along the way. I'd recommend this as a great activity for couples, groups of friends or even solo travellers.6867899778
April 2022
The Canals to Canapes tour was brilliant - lots of hidden spots and I'm saying that as someone who is a lifelong Manchester resident! Great stories and was a good laugh as well. I was well catered for as a vegetarian. I'd definitely recommend the drinks package, some delicious treats. Highly rec...
The Canals to Canapes tour was brilliant - lots of hidden spots and I'm saying that as someone who is a lifelong Manchester resident! Great stories and was a good laugh as well. I was well catered for as a vegetarian. I'd definitely recommend the drinks package, some delicious treats. Highly recommend this tour, especially for visitors as this showcases the real Manchester, but however well you think you know the city you'll still be surprised and will learn something new!301stephenw
April 2022
Great activity with a good mix of history and food. Nicely paced with a very personable and fun guide in Danny. Brought some friends along who loved it too. A great way to explore Manchester if you’re from the city or not, you will still enjoy it
Great activity with a good mix of history and food. Nicely paced with a very personable and fun guide in Danny. Brought some friends along who loved it too. A great way to explore Manchester if you’re from the city or not, you will still enjoy itlucastamoios
April 2022
The weather was terrible and we were on the streets all the time, taking rain and wind. The food was at most ok-ish. The only good part was that the guide knew many things about Manchester history. But even if it wasn't by the weather I would be bored, because my expectations were having a food...
The weather was terrible and we were on the streets all the time, taking rain and wind. The food was at most ok-ish. The only good part was that the guide knew many things about Manchester history. But even if it wasn't by the weather I would be bored, because my expectations were having a food tour.883yarivs
April 2022
One of the best tours I have attended in years. A great combination of learning the history and development of Manchester, and the food associated with it. Super interesting, high quality places, some you will never know of as a tourist. The guide James was fantastic, accompanied by a very know...
One of the best tours I have attended in years. A great combination of learning the history and development of Manchester, and the food associated with it. Super interesting, high quality places, some you will never know of as a tourist. The guide James was fantastic, accompanied by a very knowlegble young new guide. The hot soup, the cheese and meat plater, the amazing curry at This & That, the wine and cocktail - all combined with the stories about the development of Ancotes and the Northen Q, the music scene, the cotton industry and more. 3.5 great hours despite the rain.susanaturner2018
April 2022
What a great way to spend time in this fab City! Our highlight has to be the rice and 3 curries at ‘This & That’. A superbly informative tour by really knowledgeable and convivial hosts, we will definetly recommend to others.
What a great way to spend time in this fab City! Our highlight has to be the rice and 3 curries at ‘This & That’. A superbly informative tour by really knowledgeable and convivial hosts, we will definetly recommend to others.