St Helens Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A railway bridge over a river, a town in the background, and surrounding hills.
A large concrete sculpture of a human head with a wide mouth and prominent chin, set against a backdrop of trees and a partly cloudy sky.
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A river reflecting a brick building and a modern glass structure.
A dog playing in a river with a tree branch in the water.
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Where to stay in St Helens

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A quiet street with houses, a brick building, and leafless trees.
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Haydock

Visitors to Haydock enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Sankey Valley Park is worth a stop.

A train on tracks with a platform, a sign with an 'S', and houses in the background.
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Open Photo by El Pollock

Thatto Heath

Though Thatto Heath may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sherdley Park and Citadel Arts Centre.

Rainford

Though Rainford may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knowsley Safari Park and Darkstar Ultimate Laser Arena.

A rural road curving through a field with a large tree and a house in the background.
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Open Photo by Gary Rogers

Crank

While there might not be top attractions in Crank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Knowsley Safari Park and Sherdley Park.

Eccleston

Though Eccleston may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knowsley Safari Park and Citadel Arts Centre.

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is £75 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
£75
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre

3 out of 5
21 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is £51 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£51
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,011 reviews)
"No problems. Clean."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

a&o Manchester City Centre
Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Titanic Hotel Liverpool

4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road Liverpool England
The price is £103 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£103
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
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Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Native Manchester
Citadines City Centre Liverpool

Citadines City Centre Liverpool

4 out of 5
72 Church Street Liverpool England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,304 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent. Unfortunately, our plans only required us to stay one night. But if we ever come back to Liverpool would stay here."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Citadines City Centre Liverpool
Whitworth Locke

Whitworth Locke

4 out of 5
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Whitworth Locke
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Stay near popular St Helens attractions

Sherdley Park

6.0/10 (4 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Sherdley Park, a lovely green space in St Helens. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum

Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum

£26
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum
Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool- Fully Guided

Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool- Fully Guided

£27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool- Fully Guided
Liverpool: Royal Liver Building 360 Degree Tower Tour

Liverpool: Royal Liver Building 360° Tower Tour

£19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Liverpool: Royal Liver Building 360° Tower Tour
Strawberry Fields Forever

Beatles Magical Mystery Tour

£22
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour

Best Of Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour

£23
per adult
Best Of Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour
Liverpool: Guided City Walking Tour

Liverpool: Guided City Walking Tour

£14
per adult
Liverpool: Guided City Walking Tour
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Cities near St Helens

A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern architecture and a clear sky.

Liverpool

A historic building with a red brick facade, a prominent entrance with a large archway, and a flag on top. There are cars parked in front, and a street sign indicating a one-way street.

Warrington

A large suspension bridge with three towers, a calm river, and a sunset sky.

Widnes

A canal with buildings on one side and a grassy area with red shrubs in the foreground.

Wigan

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