Liverpool

Travel Guide

Liverpool
Museum of Liverpool showing modern architecture
Liverpool featuring heritage architecture
Liverpool
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral showing a church or cathedral

Liverpool Travel Guide Video

Thanks to some of Britain’s best bands, exciting museums and a rich maritime history, this compact northern city is one of England’s finest cultural destinations.

Once home to one of the busiest ports in the world, this northern English city has transformed into a cultural enclave. The city has a fascinating Victorian history, and a legacy of producing some of Britain’s best-known musicians. A large part of Liverpool’s historic port precinct was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2004, while the city was named the European Capital of Culture for 2008. 

Make your way to Albert Dock to see the cultural heart of the city. Once the home to some of the biggest ships in the world, today the precinct is a hub for restaurants, bars and cultural institutions. Try a plate of scouse, a stew typical of northern England at a waterfront restaurant. Learn about the city’s maritime history at the Merseyside Maritime Museum. The waterfront precinct is also home to one of the most iconic buildings in the city, the towering Royal Liver Building.

The Beatles are by far the best-known band produced by the city, and are part of the rich musical fabric that flows through Liverpool. Hear how the most famous band in the world started their career in the city at the Beatles Story, or take in a concert at one of their old haunts, the Liverpool Empire Theatre.

Liverpool locals are fanatical about their sport, and visiting during the chilly winter months will ensure you’ll see the city proudly waving their scarves. See the Liverpool Football Club battle their rivals at the historic Anfield Road Stadium, or watch the local amateurs at Sefton Park. Relax as you walk through the leafy surrounds of the park, just one of the many green areas in the picturesque city. 

Liverpool is a city that appeals to a wide range of travellers, and appeals to all budgets. Whether your passion is sports, music or history, the cosy northern city has a side that appeals to you. Reach Liverpool by plane, bus or train from many major cities in Europe, or embrace the city’s past and arrive by boat at Albert Dock.

Where to stay in Liverpool

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Liverpool City Centre

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.

The Docks
Anfield Road Stadium featuring signage

Anfield

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.

Anfield
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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.

Ropewalks
Liverpool Anglican Cathedral which includes religious elements, interior views 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.

Knowledge Quarter
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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
The price is RM344 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM344
RM426 total
27 Jul - 28 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! (529 reviews)
Decent hotel
"Hotel was ok. Location good for shopping/dinner etc. Fan/aircon turned off and couldn't get it to stay on so room was hot. No fan in bathroom so whole room was steamy and stuffy. But otherwise all good."

Reviewed on 21 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 RM476 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
RM476
RM585 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,764 reviews)
Fantastic hotel
"Fantastic hotel but some distance from the city centre."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Britannia Adelphi Hotel

Britannia Adelphi Hotel

3 out of 5
Ranelagh Place, Liverpool, England
The price is RM248 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM248
RM312 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
6.8/10 (2,085 reviews)
"One night stay to meet friends for food and drinks. The Adelphi had a certain faded grandeur but I’ve always had a comfortable stay, with parking, here."

Reviewed on 19 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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. 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 WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Royal Albert Dock and Anfield Stadium are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (495 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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,030 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 22 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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