Welcome
From world-famous architecture, magnificent museums and music legends revolutionising popular culture, Liverpool has always been a hub of creativity.
Through spectacular festivals, dramatic sporting attractions and unique art, the city continues to be a gateway for UK culture, attracting millions of visitors every year.
Music and Entertainment
It’s impossible to imagine Liverpool without music – or music without Liverpool. Birthplace of The Beatles, the UNESCO City of Music is home to a host of first-class festivals and concerts.
Liverpool caters to all music tastes, with small intimate venues featuring up-and-coming bands, while the M&S Bank Arena has been graced by artists such as Lewis Capaldi, The 1975, and Elton John. The arena is host to major entertainment events, including the Eurovision Song Contest 2023. Anfield Stadium has welcomed global mega-stars, including Taylor Swift on the Eras Tour in 2024.
A city of Culture
Liverpool’s many art galleries range from the Walker, which contains one of Europe’s most outstanding collections of fine and decorative art, to Tate Liverpool, one of the largest galleries of modern and contemporary art outside London.
Liverpool Empire Theatre attracts all the latest touring theatre productions, while the Playhouse, Everyman, Royal Court and Unity theatres offer a rich and varied programme of classic and contemporary productions.
The city also boasts an array of world-class museums (the most in the UK outside of London), including the International Slavery Museum, Merseyside Maritime Museum, World Museum and the Museum of Liverpool.
A city of Sport
Liverpool is a city where sport is woven into daily life, Liverpool FC are one of Europe’s most successful football clubs.
Everton FC, in their brand new stadium boast their own proud Premier League history and loyal supporters. Beyond football, the city hosts the world-famous Aintree Grand National, a dramatic steeplechase that draws global attention. Golf fans aren’t left out either, the wider Merseyside area offers classic courses, including links used for The Open Championship, making Liverpool a genuine sporting hub for players and spectators alike.
Shop till you drop
Liverpool offers a lively mix of shopping experiences, from big-name brands to quirky independents. Liverpool ONE, the open-air retail district in the heart of the city, brings together major high-street stores, designer boutiques, and plenty of cafés for a mid-shop break.
Just a short walk away, Bold Street is a favourite for vintage shops, international food restaurants, and unique local designers, while the Metquarter adds a more upscale, boutique feel. With everything clustered around the city centre and the waterfront, it’s easy to browse, grab a bite, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere in a single afternoon.
A Connected City
Liverpool is well connected to the rest of the UK by road, rail, air, and sea. Fast trains link Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston in 2.5 hours, while regular services reach Manchester in around 45 minutes.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport offers flights to many UK and European destinations. The Liverpool to Belfast ferry provides a direct route to Northern Ireland in roughly 8 hours overnight or around 6 hours on faster daytime crossings and just a short 50 minute flight.
A Connected City
Liverpool is well connected to the rest of the UK by road, rail, air, and sea. Fast trains link Liverpool Lime Street to London Euston in 2.5 hours, while regular services reach Manchester in around 45 minutes.
Liverpool John Lennon Airport offers flights to many UK and European destinations. The Liverpool to Belfast ferry provides a direct route to Northern Ireland in roughly 8 hours overnight or around 6 hours on faster daytime crossings and just a short 50 minute flight.
