The Beatles and Liverpool: A Self-Guided Heritage Audio Tour

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Explore Liverpool’s musical heritage on this 90-minute Self-Guided walking tour from the Pier Head statues to the legendary Cavern Club. You’ll discover how the River Mersey’s global trade and American "Cunard Yanks" introduced the rock and roll records that shaped the Merseybeat sound.

Key Highlights:

• Visit the NEMS store site where Brian Epstein discovered the band.
• See the White Star pub where the lads collected their performance pay.
• Stop at The Grapes, their favorite pre-show drinking spot.
• Explore Eric’s, the legendary club that launched 1970s Liverpool icons.
• Marvel at the Bluecoat, the city's oldest building and site of Yoko Ono's early performances.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour begins on The Pier Head, on Liverpool's waterfront, at the Beatles Statues, near Mersey Ferry Terminal. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
The Cavern Club

The tour ends at The Cavern Club, Mathew street, Liverpool.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Stroll past these bronze figures of Paul, George, Ringo, and John. You can spot unique details like the acorns in John’s hand or Sanskrit on George’s belt.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by this modern museum dedicated to local history, featuring galleries on the "Mersey Beat" music scene and the city’s working port. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by these historic, fireproof warehouses that once held tobacco and silk. Today, they host a vibrant mix of shops, restaurants, and the Merseyside Maritime Museum. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Beatles Story (Pass by)

    Walk along to this immersive museum located in the Albert Dock’s Britannia Vaults. You can explore recreations of Abbey Road Studios and see George Harrison’s first guitar. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Stroll past this massive open-air shopping district that revitalized the city center. It sits atop the site of the world’s first wet commercial dock from 1715. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Cavern Club (Pass by)

    Stroll past the "Cradle of British Pop," where the Beatles performed nearly 300 times. Today, you can still enjoy live music in its reconstructed underground cellar. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by the site of the legendary 1970s punk club that hosted Joy Division and The Ramones. It was a vital hub for local bands like Echo and the Bunnymen. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by this museum on the popular Mathew Street featuring Pete Best’s personal collection. Across four floors, you will find over 1,000 authentic items from the band’s early years. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Stroll past the heart of Liverpool’s nightlife and Beatles tourism. You’ll see the Carl Jung bust and the "Wall of Fame" celebrating the city’s many number-one hits. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by the bronze memorial to the "Fifth Beatle" who managed the band to global stardom. It is the first statue of an LGBTQ+ figure in the city center.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Music Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Show more

from per person
Was {{formatPrice(summaryFromPriceBeforeDiscount, currency, 2)}}