Epic Sightseeing Private Walk + History, Culture, The Beatles

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About this activity

Sightseeing - see THREE dramatically different urban landscapes. The finale - a vantage point with views across the city, the two cathedrals and football stadiums.

Bohemian City of the 60s, once centre of the British Empire, birthplace of the Beatles. This is Liverpool. Hear about it all in this tour like no other with a local 'scouser'. Immerse yourself in local culture and understanding.

> Say goodbye to dull history lessons and hello to storytelling, poetry, song and a narrative that will keep you hooked

> The highs, lows, tragedies and triumphs of the city

> Hear what has forged us into what we are today: The most cosmopolitan city in the North of England.

> Connect with the city's unique identity. How did we get the name 'Scousers'?

> 'Meet' some of our most colourful - and controversial - characters and laugh at our local rituals!

A private tour, you set the start point, pace, comfort breaks. No waiting for groups, no rigid scheduled - just a personal adventure.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Great Guides

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: My services as your photographer for the day!
Included: Visitor map to take away
Included: Souvenir pin badge
Included: The services of a professional guide

Not included

Not included: Entry fees to attractions

Itinerary

Pier Head

10 min

Your professional guide will meet you outside the gates at Cruise Liverpool/Titanic memorial. An introduction to The Three Graces follows and you'll hear about how a mythical bird became the symbol for the city!
Beatles Statue

5 min

Whilst at The Waterfront don't miss the opportunity to take a photos with The Fab Four who shook the world!
Albert Dock

15 min Admission included

Learn the words to a sea shanty dedicated to the city! Amble through the docks that are a most visitied attraction in the UK. We'll also introduce you to Liverpool's answer to Elvis Presley.
Castle Street

10 min

The Town hall presides over Castle Street and there are many tales to share of its history including when the Fab Four came home at the height of BeatleMania!
Mathew Street

30 min

En route to Mathew Street you will go 'behind the scenes' of The Beatles early years. Then see the Eleanor Rigby statue, Brian Epstein sculpture, pass by the pubs in Mathew St and arrive at The Cavern Club with the option to go inside and soak up the atmosphere.
The Cavern Club

15 min Admission not included

You have the option to venture inside the world famous venue where the Beatles played more than 250 times!
Liverpool Town Hall

15 min

The day Beatlemania came home. Castle street - yes we once a castle here! You are five minutes from the waterfront if you wish to return to your ship or we will escort you back to your hotel. Or an option to access views across the entire city and across to Wales - finishing your tour on a high!
Liverpool ONE

15 min

Amble back through the rejuvenated shopping district, taking in tales of the second world war, seafarers and the first American Ambassador on foreign soil. Cross The Old Dock and more amazing facts about how Liverpool played a significant part in the world-wide maritime industry.
William Brown Street.

15 min

You are now in the awe inspiring William Brown St. One of the most unique collections of buildings anywhere in the world.
Liverpool Water Street

10 min

An option to finish your tour with the best views across the entire city, sight of our two cathedrals and football stadiums, plus across the river Mersey! A true finale to a wonderful walk!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We can arrange a pick-up point to suit you in the City Centre
Look out for your Great Guide at the gates of the mission so Seamen (outside Cote Brasserie/the side of John Lewis)!
Look out for your Great Guide outside the gates on School lane (at the back of Primark)!
Look out for your Great Guide under the clock in Lime St. station!
Look out for your Great Guide at a pre-agreed landmark holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide at a pre-agreed landmark holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide at a pre-agreed landmark holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your Great Guide outside the entrance point holding your name!
Look out for your guide outside the gift shop departure point holding your name!
Look out for your guide outside The Pump House Pub holding your name!
Look out for your guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your guide at pre-agreed landmark holding your name!
Look out for your guide in reception holding your name!
Look out for your guide by the Ken Dodd statue opposite platform 9/10; holding your name! Come and say hello. We will end the tour back where we started or at a pre-agreed point to suit you.
Look out for your guide holding your name on the steps to the main entrance! Come and say hello. We will end the tour back where we started or at a pre-agreed point to suit you.
Look out for your guide inside the arrival hall holding your name! Come and say hello. We will end the tour back where we started or at a pre-agreed point to suit you.
Look out for your guide holding your name! Come and say hello. We will end the tour back where we started or at a pre-agreed point to suit you.

End point

This is one option of where to finish. We will end the tour at a pre-agreed point we adapt depending on start and and points so you get the most from your tour. We are always happy to take you back to your ship, hotel or other point you need to end in/around the city centre.
This is one option of where to finish. We will end the tour at a pre-agreed point we adapt depending on start and and points so you get the most from your tour. We are always happy to take you back to your ship, hotel or other point you need to end in/around the city centre.
This is one option of where to finish. We will end the tour at a pre-agreed point we adapt depending on start and and points so you get the most from your tour. We are always happy to take you back to your ship, hotel or other point you need to end in/around the city centre.
This is one option of where to finish. We will end the tour at a pre-agreed point we adapt depending on start and and points so you get the most from your tour. We are always happy to take you back to your ship, hotel or other point you need to end in/around the city centre.
This is one option of where to finish. We will end the tour at a pre-agreed point we adapt depending on start and and points so you get the most from your tour. We are always happy to take you back to your ship, hotel or other point you need to end in/around the city centre.
This is a private tour so we will finish the tour at your preferred central location and will adapt depending on your start and finish points.

Pickup points

Xanadu du Apartments Liverpool Waterfront
Aachen Hotel
Atlantic Tower Hotel Liverpool By Sunday
Delta Hotels Liverpool City Centre
The Resident Liverpool
EPIC Duke Street Apartments
The Halyard Liverpool Vignette Collection by IHG
Llh The Castle Hotel
Mount Royal Hotel
Benson Court Apartment
Holiday Inn Liverpool - City Centre By IHG
Aloft by Marriott Liverpool

and 76 more pickup points

We can pick you up from any location that the route can be adapted. Please enter your pick up choose a meeting point and our concierge will be in touch if we need to advise you of what will work best to get the most from your tour. Thank you