Liverpool
“Liverpool has a world class cultural offer, with more museums
and galleries anywhere outside of London.
The city is also a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and
known worldwide as the birthplace The Beatles.”
Liverpool Tourist Attractions
The name of Liverpool conjures up images of a glorious maritime history, world-beating musical
heritage, two of the Premiership’s biggest football teams and not one, but two majestically
different Cathedrals. It is now bulging with fabulous new shops, buzzing new restaurants, hip
hotels and trendy wine bars, as well as a world class cultural offering with more museums and
galleries anywhere outside of London. Not forgetting its inhabitants, of course, who are famously
friendly and will welcome you with pride!
The Three Graces:
The Royal Liver Building, The Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building - have defined
one of the world’s most recognised skylines. These majestic buildings were conceived and
constructed as visible symbols of Liverpool’s international prestige, proud emblems of its
commercial prowess.
The Beatles:
First stop has to be The Beatles Story in Albert Dock, a fantastic museum-cum-visitor attraction
full of Beatles paraphernalia that is dedicated to The Fab Four. The Beatles Story follows John,
Paul, George and Ringo from their early beginnings to global Beatlemania and beyond. Allow
several hours, there is so much to see there.
Fans of The Beatles should also head to Albert Dock which is the starting point for the Magical
Mystery Tour, a bus trip taking in various Beatles landmarks including Penny Lane and
Strawberry Fields. The Cavern Club, where the Beatles first started out, is a short walk away on
Mathew Street in the city centre. Real fans of The Beatles might even like to go on The National
Trust special joint tour of the childhood homes of John Lennon (Mendips) and Paul McCartney
(20 Forthlin Road).
Museums and Galleries:
Liverpool has one of the most impressive collections of museums and galleries in Europe. Many
museums and galleries are located around the Albert Dock, such as the Museum of Liverpool,
Merseyside Maritime Museum and International Slavery Museum, where you can find out all
about the companies, people and ships connected to this port city. Entry is free.
The nearby Tate Liverpool stages lots of fantastic work by everyone from Tracey Emin to
Picasso. St George’s Quarter, close to Lime Street station, is another cultural hub home to
World Museum and the Walker Art Gallery, the national gallery of the North, which houses works
by Hockney, Degas, Turner and Rembrandt. Entry to these galleries is free but there will be
some charge for special exhibitions.
Mersey Ferries
There is no better way to experience Liverpool City Region than from the deck of the world
iconic Mersey Ferry. Learn about the city’s fascinating history see its spectacular sights. To
avoid missing the coach back to York, please don’t forget to check ferry return times.
Parks
There are two important parks to see. Calderstones Park which is named after the ancient
megaliths situated in the park, which are said to be older than Stonehenge, Calderstones also
incorporates the Harthill Botanical Gardens, founded in 1802 with almost 4,000 species of
plants on display. Sefton Park is magnificent 200 acre naturally landscaped park. Amongst the
park’s many features are a boating lake, replica statues of Eros and Peter Pan and a café. In
Spring the sight of golden daffodils around the lake and carpets of bluebells give an impression
of rural permanence. Sefton Park Palm House is an octagonal, three tiered, Grade II* listed
Victorian glasshouse, displaying plants from around the world.
Cathedrals:
The city houses two magnificent cathedrals. The Anglican Cathedral is the largest Anglican
Cathedral in Britain and a fine example of the 20th century neo-gothic architecture. Liverpool's
Roman Catholic Cathedral features a modern, circular design, modern works of art and glorious
multi-coloured windows.
Football, Liverpool’s Other Religion:
Liverpool has two Premiership football teams, Liverpool and Everton. Their stadiums are
situated at either end of Stanley Park.
Anfield, the home of Liverpool Football Club has a museum and a Club Shop at the ground and
it is possible to book a tour of the stadium. The tour has recently been upgraded taking in areas
of the stadium never seen before and availability has been improved with the frequency at peak
periods increased to every 15 minutes. More information about booking a stadium tour can be
found at http://www.liverpoolfc.tv/stadium/anfield/tour-and-museum
More information about Liverpool, tours and activities can be found at www.visitliverpool.co.uk