Whether you are a Beatles fan or not, Liverpool will win you over with its dual soul. Thanks to the redevelopment projects that have seen the city play a leading role in recent decades, the old English commercial city blends perfectly with its new cultural soul: clubs, shops, concerts, football and much more!
If you are planning a trip to this destination, here is what to see in Liverpool, the best attractions and things to do to experience this city at its best!
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1 - City Centre
Whitechapel, Paradise Street, Lord Street and Church Street are the four pedestrianised streets of Liverpool's historic city centre: this is where city life takes place on a regular basis, with cafes and shops, shopping and walking.
Beatles fans can enjoy a real tour inside Liverpool, discovering the places that were part of the FabFour 's life and recounted in so many songs.
2 - Matthew Street and The Cavern Club
Photo by Loco Steve. Matthew Street is an adorable little street from another time, with a quaint flavour that is a perfect reminder of Liverpool's history. Originally named Mathew Pluckington Street in honour of a famous merchant in the city, it is home to The Cavern Club where many famous rock bands have performed live, from The Beatles to The Rolling Stones, The Who to Elton John and many more. To this day, it continues to host live concerts of some interest.
Matthew Street is visited each year by thousands of tourists who not only visit the Cavern Club, but also many surrounding attractions including a statue of John Lennon, a Beatles shop, the Liverpool Beatles Museum and various pubs formerly frequented by the band. Note a wall decorated with a sculpture by Arthur Dooley entitled'Four Lads Who Shook the World'.
The centre of nightlife: in addition to the famous Cavern Club, there are numerous other venues along the street. These include The Grapes, SGT Peppers, Eric's, Flanagan's Apple, Rubber Soul, Hardy's Bar, Kaiserkeller, The Tube and Flares.
Practical info: directions, opening times and prices
How to get there: in the city centre, easy 4 min walk from City Hall and 12 min from Royal Albert Dock. Reference train stop James Street (Merseyrail line) - Get directions
Hours: street always accessible / The Cavern Pub Mon-Wed 10am-00pm, Thu-Sun 10am-2pm
Ticket cost: street free / The Cavern Pub free admission, concerts chargeable. Check the programme on the official website
3 - The Three Graces
Located along the River Mersey in Pier Head, The Three Graces are 3 neighbouring buildings built in the early 1900s: the Royal Liver Bulding, the Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building.
The Royal Liver Building has a clock and twin towers, on whose façades appear Liver Birds, the city's iconic birds. The Cunard Building, on the other hand, is shaped like the prow and even its interior is reminiscent of a ship, as it was built to house the Cunard shipping company.
Finally, the Port of Liverpool Building is a testament to the maritime greatness of Liverpool and Britain.
The three buildings inside house various offices and can therefore be visited externally. They are located on Pier Head, 750 m (11 min) from the Albert Dock, reached via Georges Dockway. James Street Reference Railway Stop (Merseyrail line) - Get directions
Discover the legend of the Liver Birds: legend has it that if one day the two Liver Birds statues fall, Liverpool will fall too!
4 - Merseyside Maritime Museum
Liverpool has long been one of the most important cities in the world because of its maritime tradition and shipping industry. Therefore, a museum of the sea and mercantile activities could not be missing. This too is housed in the premises of the Albert Dock.
Visiting this museum allows you to discover how much and how Liverpool's history is linked to the sea, through relics and testimonies. The museum shows the history of the huge ocean liners that were built in Liverpool or passed through Liverpool (the city was a crucial hub for emigration to America), including the Titanic, whose crew was largely from Liverpool.
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: in Albert Dock. By train, James Street reference stop (Merseyrail line). By bus (routes 10A, 136, 27, 47, 471, 487, 500 or 79), reference stop Salthouse Quay - Get directions
Hours: Wed-Sun 10am-5pm, Mon closed
Ticket cost: free offer
5 - Tate Gallery
Photo by Brian Smithson. The Tate Gallery is a museum of modern and contemporary art housed within the premises of theAlbert Dock since 1988. It is not really an independent art gallery, as it lives on loans of works from the more famous Tate Britain in London.
The main characteristic of the Tate Gallery in Liverpool is that it embraces all artistic and expressive genres: painting, drawing, prints, sculpture, up to film and photography. Inside, you will find, for example, works by Modigliani, De Chirico, Picasso, Boccioni, Pollock, Warhol, Duchamp, Chagall and Klee.
Practical info: directions, opening times and prices
How to get there: in Albert Dock. By train, reference stops James Street (Merseyrail line). By bus (routes 10A, 136, 27, 47, 471, 487, 500 or 79), reference stop Salthouse Quay - Get directions
Hours: daily 10am-5pm
Ticket price: free
6 - Beatles Story Museum
Photo by George M. Groutas. 
Photo by Jennifer Boyer. Also housed within the Royal Albert Dock complex is The Beatles Story, an exclusive museum with the world's largest collection of objects and works dedicated to the world of the legendary'fab4', the fabled Beatles.
In a colourful space you will find photos, drawings, sheet music... And even the last piano that belonged to John Lennon! A must-see for Beatles fans, but also for the simply curious and music lovers who want to discover more about the band that revolutionised the history of rock music!
Buy your ticket online: as this is one of the most visited museums in the city, it follows that you may find long queues at the entrance. To speed things up, we recommend that you buy your ticket online. Info and costs here
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: in Albert Dock. By train, James Street Reference Stops (Merseyrail line). By bus (routes 10A, 136, 27, 47, 471, 487, 500 or 79), reference stop Salthouse Quay - Get directions
Hours: generally daily 10am-4.30pm. Times may vary by day and month, see official website
Ticket price: Full price £16.00 (€18.00), concessions £12.50 (€14.00), 5-15 years old £9.00 (€10.10)
7 - Royal Albert Dock
Liverpool's Albert Dock is surely the best example of the redevelopment of an abandoned and infamous harbour. It is the old maritime warehouse district, where the world's first fireproof warehouse was built, now a cultural centre and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The old warehouses are home to important institutions and museums: the Tate Gallery, the Maritime Museum and the Beatles Museum. If you're a fan of the Fab4, you should know that a visit to the museum with an audio guide in Italian costs about €18.00 and will allow you to retrace their entire history.
The harbour overlooks the sea, at 3-4 The Colonnades, and is perfectly walkable! It can also be reached by train, reference stops James Street (Merseyrail line). By bus (routes 10A, 136, 27, 47, 471, 487, 500 or 79), reference stop Salthouse Quay - Get directions
Experience the chic nightlife: On Seel Street there are clubs and bars of all kinds, all very busy, glamorous and trendy. Hardman Street has the city's best traditional pubs: the Pilgrim and Ye Cracke, the latter a favourite of John Lennon.
8 - Chinatown
Liverpool is home to a large and colourful multicultural population, a high percentage of whom are Chinese. Liverpool Ch inatown is the first established Chinatown in Europe. Today there are about 10,000 Chinese residents, including many overseas Chinese students from mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and other parts of South East Asia.
The most interesting part of Liverpool's Chinese quarter is its entrance arch, The Chinatown Gate. Here you will find the largest Chinese gate in Europe, 50 m high and 15 m wide. The gate takes on particular importance during Chinese celebrations.
The district is on Nelson Street, about 1 km from St. George Hall, which can be reached on foot in about 17 min via Bold St and the A5038. By transport (bus 82, 82 C), the reference stop is Upper Duke Street - Get directions
A piece of China in Liverpool: here you can immerse yourself in Chinese culture, shop in small shops and taste typical dishes! Definitely the ideal place for those who love Asia and its traditions.
9 - Anglican Cathedral
Located at one end of Hope Street, Liverpool's Great Anglican Cathedral, known simply as Liverpool Cathedral, is considered one of the most beautiful churches in the world.
Although its aesthetics recall a style very much in vogue in centuries past and therefore makes it look old, its construction only began in 1901, just over 100 years ago, and was finally completed in 2008. The interior of the church can be visited free of charge and is well worth your time. The climb up the tower, on the other hand, is for a fee, but offers a wonderful view of the whole city!
Visit the largest cathedral in the UK: it is one of the 10 largest cathedrals in the world and the largest in the whole of the UK. The Tower, over 100 metres high, is one of the tallest in the world, with one of the largest (and heaviest) bells in operation today.
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: in St James Mt, south of the city centre. From Liverpool One Bus Station, bus 86C towards Childwall, stop Flakner Street. A 5 min walk from Chinatown - Get directions
Hours: generally daily 8am-6pm. Times may vary for solemn celebrations or religious events, please consult official website
Ticket cost: Cathedral free / Tower £5.00 (€5.60)
10 - Royal Philharmonic Hall
Photo by Rodhullandemu. Amust-see for classical music lovers. Liverpool's Royal Philharmonic Hall hosts the city's major concerts. Initially the building was designed for 1,500 people, but the seats were later expanded.
Today, the structure presents itself as a building with a perfectly symmetrical façade and three floors, accessed by a staircase. There are only three windows at the main entrance and the walls are entirely covered with exposed brick. Around 250 cultural events are organised each year. Besides classical music performances, with orchestras from all over the world, there are also film screenings and theatre performances.
Practical information: directions, times and prices
How to get there: right in the centre, on Hope Street. About 1 km from St George Hall, reachable on foot in about 20 min. By transport (bus 75, 86, 86A, 86C), reference stop South Hunter Street - Get directions
Hours: variable depending on performance. See official website
Ticket price: varies by show. See official website
11 - St Luke's Church
St Luke's Church in Liverpool, built in the early decades of the 19th century, is also known as the'Bombed out Church' as it was left without a roof following German bombing during World War II(Liverpool Blitz). It was built between 1811 and 1832 to designs by John Foster Sr and John Foster Jr, father and son who were later surveyors for the Liverpool Municipal Corporation.
As well as being a place of worship, in typical Gothic style, the church was also to be used as a ceremonial place of worship for the Corporation and as a concert hall. But unfortunately, the bombings got the better of it. Since 1941, only the perimeter structure has remained of the church. As a symbol and in honour of all those who fell during the war, the roof was deliberately never repaired. The church and its surrounding walls, including railings and gates are part of the National Heritage List for England.
A true cultural centre: Today it is used as an attractive venue for exhibitions and events, which can be viewed on the official website.
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: in Leece Street, about 750 m from St. George Hall (11 min walk) via A5038 and Bold St; by bus (buses 75, 86, 86A, 86C), reference stop Renshaw Street - Get directions
Hours: Wed-Sun 10am-6pm. For events, see official website
Ticket price: free. For events, see official website
12 - Christ the King Metropolitan Cathedral (Catholic Cathedral)
Photo by Diliff. 
Photo by Steve Cadman. Located at the opposite end of Hope Street, the Catholic Cathedral of Christ the King, also known as Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, is completely different from its Anglican 'colleague', although its construction was completed in the same year. Seen from the outside, the cathedral looks rather ugly, almost blasphemous in its reminiscence more of a nightclub than a place of worship, but the play of light that the stained glass windows give to its interior will make you forgive the architect.
In the basement is the Lutyens Crypt, considered by locals to be Liverpool's third cathedral, a secret spiritual space. It is accessed by a spiral staircase from the glass atrium to the right of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Also worth seeing is its Treasury, which holds a dazzling collection of vessels and sacred vestments.
This isa church you would not expect: its architecture is quite unique! Moreover, it was built with no less than 6 million dark purple bricks clad in granite, a material from the Cornish quarries.
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: to Cathedral House, Mount Pleasant. From Liverpool One Bus Station, bus 86C towards Childwall, stop Flakner Street. It is 750m (11 mins) from Anglican Cathedral - Get Directions
Hours: Cathedral daily 7:30am-6pm / Lutyens Crypt and Treasury Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
Ticket cost: Cathedral free / Lutyens Crypt and Treasury £3.00 (€3.40)
13 - St. George Hall
Huge neoclassical building used as a venue for exhibitions and concerts. The façade is decorated with Corinthian columns and sumptuous statues. St. George Hall is one of the finest examples of neoclassical building in the world. Opened in 1854, it represents the ultimate expression of the confidence and ambition the Victorians had for their city.
The Hall also has a profound emotional significance for Liverpool; it has been the spontaneous meeting place of the inhabitants in times of celebrations, wakes and commemorations. It was here that important moments took place, such as the memorial rallies for the death of John Lennon and George Harrison, historic comebacks for Liverpool FC and Everton FC after their Cup Final victories. St George's Hall also hosted the celebrations for the popular opening of Liverpool's European Capital of Culture in 2008, with Ringo Starr playing from the roof of the building in front of more than 50,000 people.
Itboasts numerous firsts: it is the first commercially air-conditioned building in the world and, at the time of its construction, had the largest barrel-vaulted ceiling and the largest concert organ in the world. Behind the gilded cladding and arcades, it hides one of the largest brick arches in the world and also houses a priceless mosaic floor of over 30,000 tiles!
Practical info: directions, opening hours and prices
How to get there: in St. George Place, in the historic centre. Easy 8 min walk from Matthew Street via Whitechapel. Reference train stop Liverpool Lime Street, Central Station with many lines - Get directions
Hours: Tue-Sun 10am-4pm / Liverpool Central Library Mon-Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 10am-5pm
Ticket price: free
14 - Walker Art Gallery
Photo by Rept0n1x. One of the most important art galleries in the UK. The collection that can be admired today is due to Sir Andrew Barclay Walker. The works present cover the centuries from the Middle Ages to the present day, with a rich section dedicated to contemporary art. Don't miss the Italian paintings such as Simone Martini, Titian, Perugino, Rosso Fiorentino and some important foreign works, including a self-portrait by Rembrandt and paintings by Degas, Cezanne, Poussin, Monet, Rubens, Murillo.
Among the works in the museum, you can also admire a sculpture by Banksy, the'Cardinal Sin', a reproduction of the bust of a cardinal with a 'pixellated' face. It is a denunciation of the paedophilia scandal in the British church.
Visit with children: Art in Liverpool is of great importance. For this reason, this museum also has a dedicated area for children under the age of 8, who can learn about and appreciate the world of painting by watching videos, consulting books and 'playing' with art.
Practical info: directions, opening hours and prices
How to get there: on William Brown St, in the city centre, next to the World Museum and the Central Library. From Liverpool One Bus Station, train 82 to St Johns Market stop (approximately 20 mins) - Get directions
Hours: daily 7:30am-6pm
Ticket price: free
15 - Calderstones Park
Photo by Rept0n1x. Caldersontes Park is a huge green space near the city centre, not far from the River Mersey. Spread over about 40 hectares, it is the perfect place to spend a few hours relaxing, enjoy a walk and take the kids for a good time.
Inside the park is Calderstones House, a very special building dating from the 1800s in typical Georgian style. It is also possible to admire a huge oak tree, Allerton, which is 1,000 years old! Furthermore, in 1964 the park was enriched with abotanical garden.
It is located in Calderstones Mansion House, Calderstones Rd, about 7 km from the city centre. From Elliot Street (Stop GB), just take bus 75 or 86C to the Cromptons Lane stop (25 min) - Get directions
If you love tennis: the ICAP Liverpool International, a sporting competition involving tennis players from all over the world, takes place here every year.
16 - Walton Hall Park
Photo by Rept0n1x. Another green lung of the city, Walten Hall Park is a meeting place for locals. It contains two lakes, which are frequented daily by fishing enthusiasts but also by children, given the presence of an area equipped for their games.
It is also anideal place for sportsmen: crossed by numerous avenues, it is also a popular destination for runners. Also within the park, there is a football pitch, where numerous city sports organisations train and play.
It is located on Walton Hall Ave, about 6 km from the centre. From Queen Square Bus Station take bus 19 to Abingdon Road. The whole journey takes almost half an hour - Get directions
17 - Anfield Stadium
Photo by Ruaraidh Gillies. If you are a football fan, you can't miss a visit to the Liverpool stadium, where one of the strongest teams ever plays. Opened in 1884, it houses a real Liverpool FC museum, with monuments dedicated to the team and sport in general.
The city of Liverpool and its inhabitants are very attached to their football club, which they support with great enthusiasm; this can be seen by attending a live match. Even a visit to the stadium in 'museum mode' is exciting. Between photographs, videos and memorabilia dating back to the late 19th century, it is really interesting to trace the history of Liverpool Football Club. It is also possible to visit the changing rooms and 'get down' to the pitch, of course when the match is not in progress.
First the team's stadium: the Anfield Road Stadium was built eight years before the local team itself was formed, and it was refurbished on a regular basis throughout the 20th century.
Practical info: directions, times and prices
How to get there: On Anfield Rd, Anfield, Liverpool L4 0TH, reachable in 20 mins by taking bus 26 from Liverpool One Bus Station, or line 17 from Queen Square Bus Station. The reference stop is always Liverpool FC - Get directions
Hours: daily 10am-5pm / Variable hours in case of matches, see official website
Ticket price: Full price £20.00 (€22.40), Concessions £15.00 (€16.80) / To attend matches, see official website
18 - Crosby Beach
Nobody goes to England to go to the seaside, especially in the Liverpool area where the weather is harsh and always windy. However, at Crosby Beach you can admire English artist Antony Gormley's art installation: 100 iron men scattered along 2km of beach.
Covered in sand, submerged in water, left to rust, these statues are emblematic of the migrants who arrive daily on the shores of Europe trying to escape something terrible in the hope of survival.
The beach is located 10 km north of Liverpool city centre. Accessible by direct bus line 53 'Great Crosby' from Queen Square Bus Station to Riverslea Road (40 min), then 6 min walk to the beach - Get directions
Visit it in winter: this place even (and especially) in winter, when the beach is not lived on, makes you think deeply about the drama of immigration and the statues have a further evocative and eerie quality.
Other attractions to visit
Liverpool has many very interesting attractions. If you still have time to spare, in addition to those already mentioned, you can also consider a visit to the Museum of Liverpool, which opened in 2011 and offers a glimpse of the city's extraordinary mercantile history and the vicissitudes and evolution of its famous port (free).
If you fancy a drink or an aperitif in an informal atmosphere, head to the Kazimier Garden, a botanical garden terrace with live music and craft beer - a truly unique place! Another typically Anglo-Saxon tradition is the ritual of brunch. We suggest The Brunch Club, a true local institution where you can choose between a breakfast of pancakes or a brunch with creamy eggs and avocado toast. Finally, if you fancy a walk in the green, head to Newsham Park, the city's oldest park.
10 things to do in Liverpool
Discover the Beatles' sites
Experience the British Music Experience
Taste scouse stew
Admire the view from the Radio City Tower
Discover the city's dark side
Peaky Blinder locations
Shopping on Bold Street
Taking a selfie with the murals on Jamaica street
Hiking in the Lake District
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Discover the Beatles locations on the Panorama bus: the city's history is undeniably linked to that of the famous band. So discover all the important places with the Panorama Bus. Info and costs here
Experience the British Music Experience: This is a fully interactive museum, where you can admire memorabilia from the history of British rock and pop music. Info and costs here
Taste the 'scouse' stew: probably Liverpool's most typical dish, a beef and lamb stew derived from a Norwegian recipe. One of the best places to try it is Maggie May's in Bold Street
Boat ride: to see the city from a different perspective, don't miss a boat ride on the River Mersey
Admire the view from the Radio City Tower: this is Liverpool's tallest tower, from the top of which you can enjoy a wonderful panorama of the whole city
Discover the city's dark side: Liverpool is full of legends, which haunt every street! Discover them all on a special tour. Info and costs here
Peaky Blinder locations: lovers of the series, this is the experience for you! Discover all the locations of the famous BBC TV series! Info and costs here
Shopping in Bold Street: among colourful shop windows, cafés and small galleries of local artists.
Here you will find vintage shops, bookshops, small cafés, designer studios and small restaurants serving international cuisine, from Sushi to Peruvian cuisine!Take a selfie with the murals on Jamaica street: a street teeming with graffiti, murals and colourful gems, all created by local artists! Of them all, the most famous creation is The Liver Bird by Paul Curtis
Excursion to the Lake District: Nature lovers won't want to miss this day out in one of the UK's most beautiful natural places. Info and costs here
Plan your stay in Liverpool: tips, flights and hotels
Liverpool can be reached by plane, but it is not easy to find direct flights. You can opt for Manchester, which is only 40 minutes away from Liverpool(compare flights). The destination can be visited all year round, but being characterised by a typical British climate, the ideal would be summer and spring, which are less rainy.
The historical centre (all in ZTL) and where among other things the main attractions are concentrated, can be easily walked around; to reach greater distances one can make use of the efficient public transport network (train and bus). For the choice of accommodation, we recommend the Waterfront area, which extends around the banks of the River Mersey: it is rich in attractions as well as being very scenic(compare accommodation on booking).
For young people looking for nightlife and entertainment, the areas to consider are those around theAlbert Dock and Matthew Street. For family travellers, children will certainly appreciate the city parks for walking, picnicking and even the beach. There are many free attractions, even most of the museums!
