About
Liverpool is a port city in the northwest of England, on the banks of the River Mersey. It is best known as the birthplace of The Beatles, and that connection runs through the city today, from its music venues to its museums.
Music and history
The Cavern Club is one of the city's best-known music venues, and a visit there is a natural first stop for anyone interested in the city's musical past. The Beatles Story museum tells the band's story in the place where it began, and suits visitors with a strong interest in the band as well as those who simply want to understand why the city matters so much to popular music.
The waterfront
The waterfront is the city's most striking area and is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The historic Albert Dock is the centre of it, a place to walk, look at the old warehouses and water, and watch the river traffic. Its maritime history is part of what gives the city its character, and it is easy to spend an unhurried afternoon here.
Tate Liverpool, the gallery of modern and contemporary art, sits on the dock and is a good choice for a visit that combines art with the waterfront setting.
Shopping and the wider city
Liverpool ONE, the large shopping district close to the centre, offers a wide range of shops, cafés and restaurants, so it works well for a break between sights or for a day of browsing. The city also has a lively cultural scene, and its mix of music, museums, heritage and everyday city life makes it a good destination for a short trip.
- Music history: the Cavern Club and the Beatles Story
- Waterfront: Albert Dock, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Art: Tate Liverpool on the dock
- Shopping: Liverpool ONE in the city centre
