General FAQs

The Coronation Street Experience tours operate on weekends and some bank holidays from 10am – 5 pm. Please refer to the opening times calendar for more information. 

Guided Walking Tour – please allow up to 2.5 hours for the entire experience.

Star Tour – Please allow up to 3 hours for the entire experience.

Arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to your booking time. Your booking time is your arrival time. Guests will not be allowed in any sooner than 15 minutes prior.

Tour sizes can vary; however, our tour groups are limited to a maximum of 50 people. This ensures a comfortable and enjoyable experience for our guests.

The tour runs in most weather conditions. Please dress appropriately with suitable footwear. Shelter on the tour route is limited. Bring raincoats, umbrellas, warm clothes or sun protection as needed.

We do not offer luggage storage or cloakroom facilities. As this is a live working television set, we’re unable to hold or supervise personal belongings during your visit. Please make alternative arrangements in advance, as we cannot accept responsibility for any unattended items.

Only small bags (under 40 cm x 35 cm x 19 cm) are permitted on-site. Please note that security reserves the right to search any bags brought onto the premises. For the safety of all visitors and staff, any dangerous, sharp, or prohibited items (including weapons, scissors, or tools) are strictly not allowed and will be confiscated.

1. Exhibition:

• • Includes access to the Exhibition, cinema and gift shop
  • The Exhibition takes place on weekdays only

2. Guided Tour: 

• • Includes access to the Exhibition, cinema and gift shop with a 90-minute tour of the outdoor set
  • The Guided Tour takes place on weekends only

3. Star Tour: 

• • Includes access to the Exhibition, cinema and gift shop with a 90-minute tour of the outdoor set and a meet and greet with a mystery cast member
  • The Star Tours take place on weekends only

Yes, the Coronation Street Experience is fully accessible, but some areas of the cobbled set can be uneven and challenging for wheelchair and mobility scooter users.

Due to operational and safety considerations, certain accessibility arrangements may need to be managed in advance. Please see our accessibility page for full details.

Unfortunately, we do not have a secure space for guests to leave luggage or additional bags. We would recommend leaving these at your hotel, or if travelling by public transport, there are luggage facilities at Leeds Station. Due to visiting working sets, there are strict security guidelines regarding bags.

Absolutely! The Coronation Street Experience is a fantastic family day out in Manchester, with plenty to keep younger visitors entertained... from iconic props and replica sets to hands-on photo opportunities like trying on Roy Cropper's famous apron or pulling a pint at the Rovers Return!

We recommend the experience for children aged 6 and above, as some archive content is best appreciated by older children and adult fans. Children under 4 go free, and keep an eye out for our Kids Go Free offers for ages 4-16, often running during half terms for even better value for families.