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Step beyond the standard Beatles tour and discover the real story of John Lennon through the streets that shaped him. This experience takes you far deeper than the typical highlights, combining iconic locations like Strawberry Field and Mendips with lesser-known homes, schools, and hidden local sites that most tours simply miss.
You’ll explore the places where John grew up, developed his personality, formed his first band, and began the journey that would change music forever. With expert storytelling and a focus on authenticity, this tour reveals not just where John lived—but how he lived, moved, and created across Liverpool.
If you want more than just photos, real insight, deeper stories, and a true connection to the city—this is the tour for you. And for the complete Liverpool story, you can continue the journey by booking our separate Paul McCartney tour, offering a perfectly complementary perspective on the other half of the greatest songwriting partnership in history.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you in the foyer of your hotel and will have a sign with your name on it. If you are arriving on a cruise ship then leave the cruise terminal keeping the tall building on the with the birds on top on your left and the river mersey on your right. Walk towards the statue of King Edward VII on horseback to the Beatles statues behind Edward VII.. Its less than 5-minutes walk from the cruise terminal.
Itinerary
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1Beatles Statue
Close to the cruise terminal and in front of Liverpool's iconic waterfront buildings take group photos or selfies in front of the larger than life statue of John Lennon an the rest of the Beatles.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Stop for a photo at Dovedale Primary School, John’s personality began to take shape—creative, witty, and independent. Stories from this time reveal a young boy already showing the character that would later define him.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Penny Lane
Take photos at the John Lennon statue in front of the Shelter in the Middle of the Roundabout which was a bus terminus where the boys would wait for each other daily going to school.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Take photos outside the house that we think was recently purchased by Yoko Ono for £500,000 it was her John Lennon lived with his mother Julia until he was aged 5 years old and went to live with his Aunt Mimi. We will tell you the whole story on this fascinating journey!
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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John Lennon attended Mosspits Primary School during his early childhood. This brief stop introduces his earliest years in Liverpool and the beginnings of his education.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
In this area there are several photo stops and drives past key John Lennon locations for example his Aunt Harriets house where he made his last ever visit to Liverpool and it was shortly after that he crashed his car in Scotland. You will also see Childwall Abbey Cinema and drive past Brian Epstein's house and the Childwall Fiveways pub where Brian had photos taken of John and all his Liverpool bands in a wonderful group shot.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Enjoy a short guided walk around this village so well known to John as he sang in the choir at St Peters Church which was also the venue where he was famously introduced to a 15 year old Paul McCartney on 6th July 1967. You will see his Uncle Georges family dairy home to learn about johns formative years away from school and home with Mimi and you will Uncle George Toogood Smith's headstone.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8Strawberry Field
Perhaps the highlight of this tour as you visit the superb exhibition which includes the original piano which John used to compose his song Imagine. This is now an amazing visitor although in John's days it was a children's home and John would climb over the wall and climb up trees and play games with the children. These early experiences were later reflected in the lyrics of the Beatles song Strawberry Field's Forever. You can buy souvenirs and refreshments here or enjoy the gardens and take group photos and selfies on the mosaic tiled Imagine floor.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9Mendips - John Lennon Home
John was raised here by his Aunt Mimi. Mendips represents stability and structure in his life and played a key role in shaping his personality and early musical development. The house was bought by Yoko Ono and donated to the care of the National Trust. Unlike the bus tours you can take photos and selfies outside the gate.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Blomfield Road in Liverpool was the residence of Julia Lennon and her partner John "Bobby" Dykins from 1950 to 1958. During his teenage years, John Lennon spent a great deal of time there, and the house became an important rehearsal space for him and Paul McCartney. It was also regularly visited by The Quarrymen, the band that would eventually evolve into The Beatles.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The Birthplace of John Lennon at Oxford Street Maternity Hospital. See the famous Art College which John attended with Stuart Sutcliffe, and visit Ye Cracke John Lennon's local pub.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Take photos outside the apartment where you’re tour guide will explain why John Lennon changed the name of his school band the Quarrymen to the BEETLES.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
13Mathew Street
There are two statues of John here, the first above the souvenir shop on the corner and on Liverpool's Beatles inspired hotel the Hard Days Night. The second is on Mathew Street itself alongside the Cavern Wall of fame which lists all the artists who have played the Cavern Club since it opened in 1957. The tour will end here and it's a great place to explore on your own.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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