Highlights of Manchester: Walking Tour & Escape Game
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Manchester Cathedral Embankment Entrance, Cathedral Approach, Salford, Manchester M3 7NJ, UK
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Manchester, UK City Pass
The complete Manchester, UK adventure.
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
148-178 mins
You will walk
5120 steps
Total distance
3.9 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Manchester Cathedral Embankment Entrance
Cathedral Approach, Salford, Manchester M3 7NJ, UKFinish point Science and Industry Museum
5 Lower Byrom St, Manchester M3 4FP, UKAbout this quest
Explore the vibrant city of Manchester in this captivating walking tour and escape game. Discover the city's iconic worker bee symbol, visit the true "Hidden Gem" tucked away in the heart of the city, and wander through the trendy and artistic Northern Quarter.
Along the way, you’ll learn about the fascinating figures who were “Made in Manchester” and uncover the unique culture that defines this historic city.
In this adventure, you will help Francis, a city detective, free his sister Eliza, who was wrongly imprisoned in the Manchester Lunatic Asylum.
Eliza has left clues in her favorite places around Manchester, and you must find them before her husband can destroy the evidence. Follow the instructions Francis has left behind, explore Manchester’s highlights, and solve puzzles to bring justice to Eliza and uncover Manchester’s hidden stories.
Highlights
Discover the cute symbol of Manchester and see it in a variety of locations
Visit the true “Hidden Gem” that is tucked away but easily accessed
Wander through the trendy, artistic haunts in the Northern Quarter
Learn more about the characters who were “Made in Manchester”
The mission: Your story in Manchester, UK
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Manchester Art Gallery
John Rylands Library
National Football Museum
Science and Industry Museum
Manchester Cathedral
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
134 ratings
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
