BEST OF LIVERPOOL-Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Immerse yourself in the rich heritage, culture, and history of this vibrant and colourful city. This walking tour is perfect for visitors to Liverpool, or anyone who wants to get to know some interesting facts and history about their own city. Our experienced and local guides are passionate about their city and want to make each tour fun, interesting and memorable for everyone. They will share with you, personal stories that will really bring to life the history and culture of Liverpool.
You will have great photo opportunities, as the tour stops at many of the city’s iconic buildings and landmarks, show casing some amazing architecture both historic and new.
Our guides will share with you some fascinating stories from the past and point out for intriguing and fun facts along the way. You will learn of the city’s musical influence on the world and be able to walk in the footsteps of The Fab Four as the tour passes by the famous Cavern Club on Mathew Street.
You will have great photo opportunities, as the tour stops at many of the city’s iconic buildings and landmarks, show casing some amazing architecture both historic and new.
Our guides will share with you some fascinating stories from the past and point out for intriguing and fun facts along the way. You will learn of the city’s musical influence on the world and be able to walk in the footsteps of The Fab Four as the tour passes by the famous Cavern Club on Mathew Street.
Inclusions
- Easy walking tour - there are several locations where you can sit down for a few minutes.
- Local Liverpool experienced guides
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX England
You will meet you guide in front of the front gates of the Bluecoat building School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE 10.00am start time meets/departs from the Titanic Memorial, Waterfront. St Nicholas Place L3 1QW & does not meet at the Bluecoat.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Derby Square, James Street, Liverpool L2 7NU England
As you pass through Derby Square, you will hear about the history of Liverpool Castle that once stood here and is now home to an imposing monument to Queen Victoria.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool One, Liverpool England
Located on the site of Liverpool's first dry dock here you will learn of the maritime history of Liverpool that is captured in the large water fountain, and you will be able to have a quick look down to through a port hole. Thomas Steers Way is also home to the oversized LIVERPOOL selfie sign for which the colours change to reflect the season or events throughout the year.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Riverside Walk, Liverpool L3 4AZ England
As your guide escorts you around the waterfront to the famous Royal Albert dock, you will learn how the Titanic story became an internal part of the maritime history of Liverpool, and how the docks have played an important role in the development of the city. Along the way you will see some standout architecture-old and new, as well as the bronze statue to Bill Fury which has become the fans shrine to him.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Beatles Statue, Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1BY England
For any Beatles fans on this tour there will be chance to grab a selfie with the fab four as you pass by the fabulous and iconic Beatles Statue that was sculpted by Andrew Edwards.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Three Graces, Pier Head, Liverpool England
Collectively called the The Three Graces, you will learn about the history and heritage of the Grade II listed Cunard Building, The Port of Liverpool Building and of the iconic Liver Building.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Exchange Flags City Square, 1 Exchange Flags, Liverpool L2 3XN England
Exchange Flags is a Grade II listed and its buildings form a splendid courtyard that faces the Town Hall. With a history that includes an important role in the Second World War. Nelson Monument it also houses the large bronze monument to Nelson that dates to the early 1800's.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mathew Street, Liverpool England
As walk along the vibrant and bustly Mathew Street you will be walking in the footsteps of many musical icons. Mathew Street is one of the most famous streets in the world, and is synonymous with the Cavern Club and amongst other famous muscial artists, The Beatles. You will have chance to have your photo taken in front of the Cavern Club and see all the links along the street to its musical past and learn about this streets lasting and world-wide cultural influence.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Liverpool Town Hall, Town Hall High Street, Liverpool L2 3SW England
As you walk towards the current Grade I listed Town Hall that is recognised as one of the finest surviving 18th-century town halls in England, you will hear about the history of its predecessors that dates back to the 1500's.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Eleanor Rigby Statue, Stanley Street, Liverpool L1 6AA England
Take a chance to sit down as you have a photo taken sitting next to Eleanor on her bench while you hear Eleanor's story and about Tommy Steel her famous musical creator.
Duration: 10 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX England
You will meet you guide in front of the front gates of the Bluecoat building School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE 10.00am start time meets/departs from the Titanic Memorial, Waterfront. St Nicholas Place L3 1QW & does not meet at the Bluecoat.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Derby Square, James Street, Liverpool L2 7NU England
As you pass through Derby Square, you will hear about the history of Liverpool Castle that once stood here and is now home to an imposing monument to Queen Victoria.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool One, Liverpool England
Located on the site of Liverpool's first dry dock here you will learn of the maritime history of Liverpool that is captured in the large water fountain, and you will be able to have a quick look down to through a port hole. Thomas Steers Way is also home to the oversized LIVERPOOL selfie sign for which the colours change to reflect the season or events throughout the year.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, Riverside Walk, Liverpool L3 4AZ England
As your guide escorts you around the waterfront to the famous Royal Albert dock, you will learn how the Titanic story became an internal part of the maritime history of Liverpool, and how the docks have played an important role in the development of the city. Along the way you will see some standout architecture-old and new, as well as the bronze statue to Bill Fury which has become the fans shrine to him.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Beatles Statue, Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1BY England
For any Beatles fans on this tour there will be chance to grab a selfie with the fab four as you pass by the fabulous and iconic Beatles Statue that was sculpted by Andrew Edwards.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Three Graces, Pier Head, Liverpool England
Collectively called the The Three Graces, you will learn about the history and heritage of the Grade II listed Cunard Building, The Port of Liverpool Building and of the iconic Liver Building.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Exchange Flags City Square, 1 Exchange Flags, Liverpool L2 3XN England
Exchange Flags is a Grade II listed and its buildings form a splendid courtyard that faces the Town Hall. With a history that includes an important role in the Second World War. Nelson Monument it also houses the large bronze monument to Nelson that dates to the early 1800's.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Mathew Street, Liverpool England
As walk along the vibrant and bustly Mathew Street you will be walking in the footsteps of many musical icons. Mathew Street is one of the most famous streets in the world, and is synonymous with the Cavern Club and amongst other famous muscial artists, The Beatles. You will have chance to have your photo taken in front of the Cavern Club and see all the links along the street to its musical past and learn about this streets lasting and world-wide cultural influence.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Liverpool Town Hall, Town Hall High Street, Liverpool L2 3SW England
As you walk towards the current Grade I listed Town Hall that is recognised as one of the finest surviving 18th-century town halls in England, you will hear about the history of its predecessors that dates back to the 1500's.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Eleanor Rigby Statue, Stanley Street, Liverpool L1 6AA England
Take a chance to sit down as you have a photo taken sitting next to Eleanor on her bench while you hear Eleanor's story and about Tommy Steel her famous musical creator.
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- We recommend you have a bottle of water with you for the walk
- Easy walking tour -but please wear comfortable no-slip shoes as we will be passing through areas with uneven surface such as cobbles
- Well behaved dogs welcome but please bear in mind you will be walking in a group and in busy areas at times.
- Locations are accessible for strollers/wheelchairs but please in mind you will be walking in a group and in busy areas at times, passing through areas with uneven surface such as cobbles
- We want all our visitors to remain safe and healthy on our tours, and you will receive a health and safety instruction at the start of each tour. We operate in line with all current legislation and hence our policies may be required to change based on the latest government requirements at the time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Janierunner
May 2023
What a fabulous tour by our guide, Rob. It was very enjoyable, and we learned so much. This is our first time in Liverpool, and we would thoroughly recommend it 👌.
What a fabulous tour by our guide, Rob. It was very enjoyable, and we learned so much. This is our first time in Liverpool, and we would thoroughly recommend it 👌.davidbA9963HZ
March 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Robert. The tour was comprehensive and Robert brought real insight, wit and charm to the experience. His knowledge of the Beatles was particularly impressive! DB
I thoroughly enjoyed my tour with Robert. The tour was comprehensive and Robert brought real insight, wit and charm to the experience. His knowledge of the Beatles was particularly impressive! DBNeilRainey1
February 2023
Fantastic walk..Pam the guide was great. We learned so much about the history of Liverpool and it was all interesting stuff
Fantastic walk..Pam the guide was great. We learned so much about the history of Liverpool and it was all interesting stuffDaniel W
February 2023
Excellent tour with a good mixture of older and more modern history of Liverpool including the maritime history and finishing of with the area around the Cavern and the places the Beatles performed and frequented.
Excellent tour with a good mixture of older and more modern history of Liverpool including the maritime history and finishing of with the area around the Cavern and the places the Beatles performed and frequented.Rachel M
February 2023
Really lovely overview of Liverpool which is an amazing city and much more interesting, diverse and extensive than we had any idea about. Rob was a terrific guide and covered both Beatles and Liverpool cultural history. we thoroughly enjoyed the tour
Really lovely overview of Liverpool which is an amazing city and much more interesting, diverse and extensive than we had any idea about. Rob was a terrific guide and covered both Beatles and Liverpool cultural history. we thoroughly enjoyed the tourGreyGreg
July 2023
Some call- offs so Jack and his two grandparents had Pam to themselves. It was a really rewarding morning, interesting and detailed from someone so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. It rained quite a bit and granny’s feet were sore but neither really a problem as both were dealt with sensibly and s...
Some call- offs so Jack and his two grandparents had Pam to themselves. It was a really rewarding morning, interesting and detailed from someone so enthusiastic and knowledgeable. It rained quite a bit and granny’s feet were sore but neither really a problem as both were dealt with sensibly and sensitively. Many thanks Pam.