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Discover the heritage, culture and history of vibrant Liverpool on this engaging small-group walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, it offers a memorable introduction through hidden details, iconic landmarks and fascinating stories. Led by passionate local guides, each tour is fun, informative and personal. Along the way, enjoy excellent photo opportunities as you explore striking architecture, from historic buildings to bold modern design. You’ll hear captivating tales, uncover intriguing facts, and gain insight into Liverpool’s global influence across art, television, film and music. Whether you’re discovering the city for the first time or seeing it anew, this tour brings Liverpool’s character, legacy and spirit to life. Booking may ask for cruise ship details; if not arriving by cruise ship, please enter N/A or skip this section. We have a tour from the cruise terminal "
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet in front of The Bluecoat building (Bluecoat Chamber) School Lane L1 3BX. Your guide (wearing purple) will be at the main gates which in front of the courtyard of The Bluecoat. If you are at the back on College Lane please go around to the front on School Lane. (this is not the Blue Coat School)
This tour ends at a convenient city centre location at the entrance to Mathew Street. You can then opt to explore Mathew Street on your own where you will find the Cavern Club, or if you wanted to enjoy a walking tour about the Fab Four, then you could book onto our Beatles walking tour.
Itinerary
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1Bluecoat
You will meet your guide in front of the front gates of the Bluecoat building School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Liverpool Sailors Home Gateway'
You will stop at this splendid monument in honour of Sailors Home that served the maritime community and is a great chance for a photo with a golden Liver bird !
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Henry Street
You will explore this fascinating area known as Ropewalks in Liverpool is called that because it was historically the location of rope-making for sailing ships.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Campbell Square
Tucked away close to the Ropewalk district is Campbell square that is home to The Bridewell an impressive converted Victorian Gaol - and you may even get the chance to see inside one of the original cells.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Thomas Steers Way
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
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.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Beatles Statue
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8The Three Graces
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.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Castle Street
You will walk along Castle Street that has a rich history and you can still see a connection to the medieval times and is framed by beautiful buildings and architecture.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Liverpool Town Hall
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11Exchange Flags
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12Derby Square
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.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Mathew Street (Pass by)
Your tour will end at the end of Mathew Street a convenient city centre location. You then have the option of exploring Mathew Street and the Cavern quarter yourself, or if you wanted to learn about the Beatles and discover how the Fab Four became the most famous band in the world then why not book onto our Beatles Walking Tour.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- We recommend you have a bottle of water with you for the walk
- Walking tour over two hours -no hills or stairs 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
- On occasion due to operational reasons we may opt to change the route or not be able to access a location
- On occasion access to Andy Edwards Beatle Statue is restricted-instead we visit alternative statues
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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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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