Best Walks in Manchester

Walks, England, Greater Manchester

Explore some of the most beautiful parts of Manchester with these walking routes.

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  • Preview of GM Ringway Stage 1

    GM Ringway Stage 1

    Manchester - Sale Water Park

    • 3hr 45m / 12.1km

    Stage 1 is a tranquil, largely traffic-free route from the city centre to Sale Water Park tram stop.

  • Preview of MediaCity to Deansgate by towpath

    MediaCity to Deansgate by towpath

    Salford, Greater Manchester

    • 55 minutes / 6.8km

    An easy walk meandering the towpath from MediaCityUK to Deansgate via canal. Well laid paths, small hills with cobbles & a pub on the route.

  • Preview of Northern's Manchester Music Walk

    Northern's Manchester Music Walk

    Central, Greater Manchester

    • 1hr 20m / 4.5km

    Rail operator Northern presents a walking tour of Manchester's musical heritage curated by author & radio presenter Stuart Maconie

  • Preview of Two Park Loop

    Two Park Loop

    Withington, Manchester

    • 51 minutes / 5km

    A stroll through Ladybarn and Fog Lane Park, South Manchester

  • Preview of Alkrington Woods Bird Box trail 1

    Alkrington Woods Bird Box trail 1

    Middleton, Greater Manchester

    • 1hr 20m / 3km

    A woodland walk looking out for the bird boxes that were sponsored and fitted by the Friends of Alkrington Woods

  • Preview of Books & Boots, Bowls & Balls

    Books & Boots, Bowls & Balls

    Withington Wellbeing Walk

    • 45 minutes / 2.9km

    A circular amble to explore local green spaces, connect with nature and enjoy being outdoors

  • Preview of Alkrington Woods

    Alkrington Woods

    Middleton, Greater Manchester

    • 1 hour / 3km

    A moderate walk around Middleton's beautiful Alkrington Woods. Some ups, downs and rough surfaces.

  • Preview of Castlefield Naturehood Trail

    Castlefield Naturehood Trail

    City Centre, Greater Manchester

    • 2hr 10m / 4.4km

    Circular step-free nature walk starting at Castlefield Viaduct. Expect a walk steeped in history with amazing views and more.

  • Preview of Ancoats accessible walk

    Ancoats accessible walk

    Ancoats, Manchester

    • 40 minutes / 1.6km

    A step-free stroll around Ancoats & New Islington. Mill buildings & water-side paths, bars & cafes.

  • Preview of A Home for Grief Manchester

    A Home for Grief Manchester

    Contact Theatre, Manchester

    • 1 hour / 1.4km

    Go with artist Fabiola Santana on this quiet, carefully crafted audio walk. Experience a gentle conversation on loss, grief and tenderness.

  • Preview of GM Ringway Stage 2

    GM Ringway Stage 2

    Sale Water Park - Didsbury

    • 3hr 20m / 10.5km

    Stage 2 links Sale Water Park and Didsbury Village tram stations via the verdant Mersey Valley.

  • Preview of Canal trail to the Trafford Centre

    Canal trail to the Trafford Centre

    Castlefield, Greater Manchester

    • 2hr 25m / 9km

    Ever wondered whether you can walk to the Trafford Centre? Well, you can! Take a canals side wander from Castlefield via some city icons!

  • Preview of GM Ringway Stage 3

    GM Ringway Stage 3

    Didsbury Village - Bramhall

    • 3hr 45m / 11.6km

    This walk follows the pretty Ladybrook Valley via parks, riverside paths and beautiful Bramall Hall.

  • Preview of New Islington & the Medlock

    New Islington & the Medlock

    Ancoats, Manchester

    • 1hr 10m / 3.1km

    A walk from Ancoats along the green Medlock Valley with an (almost) step-free option. Some slopes.

  • Preview of Walk to Mcr Conference Centre

    Walk to Mcr Conference Centre

    Central, Greater Manchester

    • 20 minutes / 1.2km

    Take a tranquil walk from Manchester Piccadilly to Manchester Conference Centre.

  • Preview of Manchester Bloomtown Trail

    Manchester Bloomtown Trail

    City Centre, Greater Manchester

    • 2 hours / 8.4km

    Explore Manchester’s streets, buildings, parks and trees in this fun step-free Bloomtown walk around the city.

  • Preview of The Humanist Manchester Tour

    The Humanist Manchester Tour

    NOMA, Greater Manchester

    • 1hr 30m / 4.4km

    A circular route introducing some key humanist figures & locations around Manchester City Centre.

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