Liverpool Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Liverpool
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Liverpool showing heritage architecture
Liverpool
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral showing a church or cathedral

Liverpool Travel Guide Video

Sporting attractions, art hubs and legendary nightlife venues are just for starters in this port city famous for the launch of the Beatles.

Visit Liverpool and expect an action-packed itinerary of exploring big-name attractions unique to the city. Many visitors make a beeline for Pier Head and the huge statue of the Beatles. Others delve into maritime history at the Royal Albert Dock or take a tour of Anfield Stadium, the home of Liverpool FC. No matter what the reason people visit Liverpool, just about everyone loves the vibe of this industrial powerhouse turned World Heritage-listed city.

Live music at buzzing venues is a given no matter what time of year you plan to visit Liverpool however, you’ll also find plenty of festivals to plan your trip around. Music lovers flock to the annual International Beatleweek and Liverpool Sound City. The River of Light trail illuminates the Liverpool Waterfront each year and the Randox Grand National showcases horse racing royalty.

Things to do in Liverpool

Start your sightseeing adventures with a ride across the river on the Mersey Ferry for spectacular skyline views and recorded commentary about the historical waterfront. You’ll see the Royal Liver Building topped with its mythical Liver Birds. Get up close with a visit to the iconic building and admire 360-degree views from the 15th floor.

Learn all about Liverpool’s Fab Four at The Beatles Story. Memorabilia and original instruments are among the largest permanent exhibition in the world honouring the band’s rise to fame. It’s located on the Royal Albert Dock, where the Maritime Museum displays model ships and the Titanic and Liverpool exhibition. Stroll around the shops here for souvenirs and take a break at waterfront restaurants.

Enjoy a spin on the Liverpool Wheel for sweeping views of the city. It’s next to M&S Bank Arena where big name concerts are hosted. For outdoor adventures, build sandcastles at Southport Beach and wander leafy trails around the boating lake at Sefton Park. Sporting fans love tours of Goodison football stadium, which was home to the Everton Football Club from 1892.

Art and culture in Liverpool

Set aside a few hours to discover Tate Liverpool, with collections of international artworks featuring Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and more. The Lady Lever Art Gallery showcases a Wedgwood jasperware collection and Pre-Raphaelite paintings. Gaze at the gorgeous stained-glass windows of Liverpool Cathedral and enjoy the views on the Tower Experience. As you travel around the city you’ll see impressive street art, including the SuperLambBanana by Japanese visual artist Taro Chiezo.

Thrill the kids with a visit to Imagine That! Science Discovery for snow workshops and the hands-on Slime Factory. Guided tours take you through a secret underground WWII bunker at Western Approaches. At the World Museum, explore the ancient Egyptian afterlife in the Mummy Room and get up close to a mammoth tooth.

Dining and nightlife in Liverpool

Give your taste buds a treat at Baltic Market from Thursday to Sunday. Independent food vendors serve everything from gin to stone-baked pizzas and fried chicken in a repurposed old Cains Brewery warehouse. Restaurants and chic bars line historical Castle Street and Bold Street. The latter leads to charming traditional pubs in the Georgian Quarter.

You’re spoilt for choice when it comes to live music venues, including the famous Cavern Club which is coined “the birthplace of the Beatles”. Seel Street is the spot for dancing all night long at clubs. Catch a show at the Grade II listed Dome at Grand Central Hall and enjoy the theatre at the Shakespeare North Playhouse.

Getting to and around Liverpool

Liverpool is served by both Liverpool and Manchester airports, along with trains leaving from Liverpool Lime Street Station. It’s about a 20-minute taxi or bus ride to the city centre from Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Use the efficient Merseyrail network or buses to get around town. Cycling paths and e-scooters are available, along with ferries. Book a hotel in the city centre to be within easy walking distance of many brilliant attractions.

Where to stay in Liverpool

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Liverpool City Centre

4.5/5(2,773 area reviews)

Are you interested in fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views? A visit to Liverpool City Centre might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Liverpool ONE and Concert Square.

Liverpool City Centre
Museum of Liverpool showing a river or creek and modern architecture

The Docks

Visitors to The Docks rave about its fantastic nightlife, beautiful waterfront views and popular shops. You might also want to make some time to see Royal Albert Dock or Merseyside Maritime Museum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Anfield Road Stadium featuring signage

Anfield

4/5(27 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Anfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Anfield Stadium or LFC Museum and Tour Centre.

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Ropewalks

Ropewalks is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Concert Square and Liverpool ONE.

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Liverpool Anglican Cathedral featuring interior views, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

Knowledge Quarter

While visiting Knowledge Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and Philharmonic Hall.

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Formby

Unique features of Formby include the golf courses and restaurants. Make a stop by Formby Pinewoods or Formby Beach while you're exploring the area.

Formby
Maldron Hotel Liverpool City

Maldron Hotel Liverpool City

4 out of 5
2 Park Lane, Liverpool, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £74 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£74
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Royal Albert ...
9/10 Wonderful! (539 reviews)
"It was clever we liked it many’s"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Maldron Hotel Liverpool City
Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Titanic Hotel Liverpool

4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road, Liverpool, England
The price is £94 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£94
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,773 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, great location, brilliant staff"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Britannia Adelphi Hotel

Britannia Adelphi Hotel

3 out of 5
Ranelagh Place, Liverpool, England
The price is £54 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£54
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
6.8/10 (2,096 reviews)
"Extra money paid for executive suite but stillver"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Britannia Adelphi Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront

Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
25 Drury Lane, Corn Exchange, Liverpool, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,433 reviews)
"We were impressed with how close we were to the Harbour, the museums, the Cavern Club, and the shopping at Liverpool one."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Staycity Aparthotels, Liverpool, Waterfront
Cavern Quarter Apts - 31 North John St

Cavern Quarter Apts - 31 North John St

3.5 out of 5
31 N John St, Liverpool, England
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Royal Albert Dock and Anfield Stadium are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (496 reviews)
Nice but very noisy at night
"The apartment is very nice and has all the amenities listed BUT at least in my wing of rooms we faced the alley and it was very noisy until 2 -3 am, almost every night from the clubs (worse on weekends). The windows were not soundproof enough to shut out the noise"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Cavern Quarter Apts - 31 North John St
Citadines City Centre Liverpool

Citadines City Centre Liverpool

4 out of 5
72 Church Street, Liverpool, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,033 reviews)
"Amazing and the staff were super friendly"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Citadines City Centre Liverpool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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