Manchester by Eric Cantona

“You’re asking if I’m happy? I’ve got 87 million in the bank, I’ve got a Rolls Royce, I’ve got 3 stalkers, I’m about to go on the board at Manchester City, I’m part of the greatest band in the world. Am I happy with that? No, I’m not! I want more!”

Noel Gallagher, OASIS, Man City superfan.

Become an honorary ‘Cityzen’ of Man City as we explore the true blue side of Manchester, just don’t tell Eric!

Trip highlights

Football-themed walking tour

Discover the blue side of this bustling city and take refreshments in some of Manchesters’ oldest Blue supporters pubs.

Manchester City masterclass of style

Nothing represents Man City’s heritage like their classic jerseys. See and hear how the style has changed over time but how the blue has always remained the antithesis to their rival’s red.

Watch a home game at the metropolis that is Etihad stadium!

Etihad stadium has well and truly secured its spot as a leading stadium in English football. the 7th largest in the country it’s a modern and dynamic complex at the heart of the citizen community.

Itinerary

DAY 1 - WARM UP: Meet your Trip Captain and new fan friends

We Kick Off the evening at Mary D’s for a drink at the most famous City pub there is

We’ll grab some food at Pep Guardiola’s Tapas bar before late-night drinks at Box Bar.
DAY 2 - EXPERIENCE THE PASSION: Join us on a epic footy-themed walking tour through Manchester’s streets covering the history, passion, good times and bad of MCFC before visiting Classic Football Shirts for a lesson on the Citizen’s historic jerseys.

We’ll visit the sprawling Etihad Campus for an exclusive experience getting closer to the team, the history, the passion and sacred turf where Aguero, Kompany and many more made history

We’ll broaden our football knowledge with all things soccer at the National Football Museum

Back into town as we head to Mary D’s and then Mackie Mayor, for pop-up Mancunian street food, closing the day out at Footage to see what games are being shown on the screens as we talk about City’s chances of victory on game day
DAY 3 - THE BIG MATCH: Morning or day at leisure to soak up this atmospheric city before we kick out to Etihad Stadium

Drinks and traditional pre-match snacks at the festival of food and entertainment that lies outside the stadium

Expect fireworks, and an atmosphere like no other as you’ll be in the heart of the action +

After final whistle the party continues outside, along with post-match analysis on the stage before we head to Mary D’s or back into the City
DAY 4 - FULL TIME: Debrief with some post-match analysis over breakfast with new friends.

Time to head home – which match will we see you at next?

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Venue

Your accommodations are hand-selected for each and every game from a portfolio of rigorously-vetted hotels. Our Trip Design team prioritises location, proximity to activities, comfort, and design to ensure your stay is a goal, every time. In Manchester, we often stay at hotels such as Hotel Indigo, the Marriott V&A or similar.

What's Included

GAME SEATS: The superfan experience in all its passion and glory
MASTERCLASS: Deep dive into local football culture, led by a local personality
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE: An inside look at the legendary stadiums of one of football's greatest cities
CITY WALKING TOUR: Get to know the home team's stomping grounds with a football-themed city walking tour
HUMAN-FIRST: You'll learn the songs and chants to yell with the Citizens in Etihad Stadium
TRIP CAPTAIN: A Trip Captain is available 24/7 to host and enhance your experience. Trip Captains are local experts and fans who are there to make sure you're having the trip of a lifetime!
FOOD & DRINKS: Breakfast is included every morning, along with two curated group dinners, and one lunch. Plus, we'll celebrate with a nightly round of drinks on Eric!

Reasons to Book

01 | CURATED BY CANTONA

All trips are vetted by the King, Eric Cantona himself, to maximize the most important aspect – passion.

02 | FOOTBALL TRAVEL EXPERTS

Our exceptional experiences are led by local football fanatics who know the heart and the soul of their club inside and out.

03 | AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES

We provide the most authentic and action packed football fan experiences imaginable

04 | COMMUNITY AND CONNECTION

We connect you to a community of passionate football fans who are the beating heart of the football experience

Testimonials

A football fanatics dream trip

I went with Looking FC to Buenos Aires for the Superclassico, and it was everything and more.

Our trip captain Dani & everyone at Looking (Shout out to Adam) were super helpful and planned everything brilliantly. By having a local as the trip captain, it felt like we got a real look at the authentic football culture as opposed to a more corporate feel which was great.

This was the best futbol experience of my life!

Looking FC had a lot of surprises for us every day. Everyone in their staff was great.

I highly recommend this trip to anyone that breathes futobol.

Use Looking FC

Looking FC were outstanding. It was so well organised and run by brilliant people.
Our Buenos Aires guide, Dani, was amazing and knew the best places to go, and what to expect from the game.
Adam was always on had for any questions or issues, and sorted them out quickly.
If you’re looking for a great football trip, I’d definitely recommend Looking FC.

FAQs

WHAT AIRPORT/TRAIN STATION SHOULD I ARRIVE INTO?: Airport: Manchester (MAN),
Train Station: Manchester Picadilly or Manchester Victoria
WHAT’S THE FOOD LIKE?: The Manchester food scene has never been better. Think trendy pop-ups and delicious street food. Here you’ll find dishes from all over the world, so there’s something for every taste.
DO I NEED A VISA TO TRAVEL TO THIS CITY?: We strongly advise that you review official travel requirements for your country of departure and arrival before confirming any booking, as requirements for travel visas do vary based on your nationality and final destination.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?: Bring your phone, lucky club scarf, strong stadium singing voice, and a profound desire to get under the skin of one of the most historically rich and diverse cities football has to offer.
HOW MUCH FREE TIME WILL I HAVE?: We’ve designed our trips to maximize your time in the city and our days are pretty action packed. All activities are optional, however, and you are welcome to dip in and out of the experiences as you wish. We’ve planned the itineraries to ensure you have some downtime on most afternoons.
ARE THERE ANY CASUAL 5-A-SIDE GAMES IN TOWN I COULD PARTICIPATE IN?: Casual games are played most nights of the week. If you would like to join as a ‘ringer’ please let your Trip Captain know.