Liverpool’s Hidden Histories: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

40 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore Liverpool’s links to the Transatlantic Slave Trade and the American Civil War at your own pace with this affordable audio tour.

• Find out if the Civil War really end in Liverpool and what a fountain in the city centre fountain has to do with the slave markets of Senegal
• Hear from producer Tommy Allen who’s authored four books that unpack different aspects of Liverpool’s long history
• Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Food/Drink
Smartphone and headphones
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point
Maritime Museum

The tour ends outside the Merseyside Maritime Museum.

Itinerary

Duration: 40 minutes to 1 hour (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The tour begins at the Mersey Ferry Terminal on the Pier Head just a few metres from Liverpool's iconic Liver Building.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour briefly stops in front of Piazza Fountain where you'll hear the story behind the controversial creation of the fountain.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Liverpool Parish Church.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes by the Nelson Monument. You'll hear about Nelson as you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes through Derby Square.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour passes Salthouse Quay.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour ends in front of the Merseyside Maritime Museum.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

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

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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