Liverpool Heritage, History, Culture Walking Tour-Shore Excursion

Liverpool Heritage, History, Culture Walking Tour-Shore Excursion

By Liverpool Famous Walking Tours

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2h 15m
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Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich heritage, culture, and history of this vibrant and colourful city.

Only London has more listed buildings, with fine example of architecture across the ages, links to the Titanic, slave trade, social history and popular culture this walking tour is perfect for visitors to Liverpool, or anyone who wants to get to know some interesting facts and history about their own city.

Our experienced local guides are passionate about their city, making every tour fun, interesting and memorable. They will share fascinating stories from the past and point out intriguing and fun facts along the way bringing to life the history and culture of Liverpool.

You will have great photo opportunities, as the tour stops at many of the city’s iconic buildings and landmarks, show casing some amazing architecture both historic and new.

We keep our tour groups to a sensible size to ensure everyone can enjoy the tour and has time to ask our guide questions too.

Activity location

Cruise Liverpool
- 2 Princes Parade
- L3 1DL, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

Cruise Liverpool
- 2 Princes Parade
- L3 1DL, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Liverpool Heritage, History, Culture Walking Tour-Shore Excursion

2h 15m
English

Travelers

Language options: English

Starting time: 10:00

Price details

P 1,894.43 x 1 AdultP 1,894.43

Total

10% off

Until Wed, Oct 29

What's included, what's not

Liverpool Shore Excursion- fully guided from the Liverpool Cruise Terminal
Local Liverpool experienced guides
No food or drink included

Know before you book

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Easy - moderate street level walking tour -but please wear comfortable no-slip shoes as we will be passing through areas with uneven surface such as cobbles
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 surfaces 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.
We recommend you have a bottle of water/drink with you for the walk and where practical you use a reusable bottle.
On occasion access to Andy Edwards Beatle Statue is restricted-instead we visit alternative statues

Activity itinerary

Cruise Liverpool

You will meet your guide within the Liverpool Cruise Terminal, and after a brief introduction you will set off on your tour.

Memorial to the Marine Engine Room Heroes

Your first stop will be at the Titanic Memorial where you will hear about the links Liverpool has with the history and story about most famous cruise liner in the world.

The 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.

Liverpool Waterfront

Walking along the Waterfront and surrounding streets you may think that the many of the locations and buildings are familiar. Liverpool is a popular choice for films and TV programme makers-see if you can recognise the moved filmed in Liverpool or the city Liverpool is a stand in for !

Beatles 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.

Royal 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.

Thomas 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.

Liverpool 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 !

Derby 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.

Mathew Street

As walk along the vibrant and bustly Mathew Street, in the Cavern Quartet, you will be walking in the footsteps of many musical icons. Mathew Street is one of the most famous streets in the world, and is synonymous with the Cavern Club and amongst other famous muscial artists, The Beatles. You will have chance to have your photo taken in front of the Cavern Club and see all the links along the street to its musical past and learn about this streets lasting and world-wide cultural influence.

Castle 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.

Liverpool 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.

Exchange 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.

Our Lady and Saint Nicholas Church and Garden

The site of the current Liverpool Parish Church has been place of worship for over 750 years. Along with historically interesting tombstones and sculptures to see in the surrounding graveyards and gardens, your will learn of Liverpool's links to the Slave Trade and North American history. Your guided tour will end here which is a few minutes walk to the cruise terminal, and your guide can escort or you may opt to explore the city further and take in some shopping too.

Location

Activity location

Cruise Liverpool
- 2 Princes Parade
- L3 1DL, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

Cruise Liverpool
- 2 Princes Parade
- L3 1DL, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
Cruise Liverpool
- 2 Princes Parade
- L3 1DL, Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

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