DISCOVER VICTORIA BATHS in 2021

Wednesday Afternoon Guided Building Tour

Visit the Manchester landmark that won BBC Two’s first Restoration programme in 2003 and take a guided tour of its partly-restored swimming pools, Turkish Baths and Superintendent’s Flat.

Grade II* listed, Victoria Baths is still remarkably intact, with beautiful stained glass windows, iconic green wall tiles and incredible mosaic flooring behind the imposing exterior.

Victoria Baths served the community for 86 years with three swimming pools, Turkish Baths, a Laundry, Slipper Baths and an Aerotone (an early form of jacuzzi).

Conducted by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides, Tours are taking place this Summer for the first time in over 18 months, after a series of Covid lockdowns.  

Doors open at 12:15pm and the Tour lasts approximately one hour. The 1st Tour is at 12.30pm and the 2nd Tour begins at 2pm.

Before and after the Tour you can browse and buy souvenirs and gifts in the Gift Shop and enjoy hot and cold drinks, cake and snacks in the Tea Room.

• 12:15   Doors open
• 12:30   1st Tour starts
• 14:00 2nd Tour starts
• 15:30   Building closes

Visitors can only come into the building on Wednesdays for guided tours.

COVID SAFETY

We take the safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff very seriously. Full Covid safety measures are in place, including requiring visitors to wear face masks when inside the building (unless exempt), asking all visitors to register on the NHS app (or on paper) for Track and Trace, additional cleaning measures, social distancing and hand sanitisers . Fortunately our building is nice and spacious and has good ventilation.

PRICES

Admission £7*

Friends of Victoria Baths / Under 16s FREE

*Standard price without £1 optional donation is £6

GROUPS

Please note that this tour isn’t available for larger groups. If you’re bringing a group of  six or more people, please contact us. Thank you. 

Victoria Baths Trust is a registered charity and relies on the support of the public to continue its efforts to fully restore the building

Top image of Victoria Baths © Andrew Billington Photography

FAQs

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Ring the Victoria Baths office on +44 (0)161 224 2020 or email enquiries@victoriabaths.org.uk.

What’s the refund policy?

Tickets can be refunded in full up to 48 hours before the tour.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

Yes please, either as a printout or on a mobile phone or tablet.

Do I have to buy an online ticket?

Yes, please do to avoid disappointment. We will have tickets available for purchase on the door if there are any spaces remaining on each tour. Tickets will be sold on a first come first serve basis.

Is my ticket transferrable?

We will try to accommodate transfers to another date/time, with at least 48 hours notice.

Is it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?

Yes, this is fine.

Is the tour fully accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

Part of the tour takes place on the first floor, which is only accessible by stairs. We have an access ramp at the front entrance and a disabled toilet/baby changing area.