The City

A famous city

With the success of European Capital of Culture for Liverpool in 2008 we have shown the world the best of our creative thinking and our wonderful cultural attractions.

Liverpool is a world famous city. It has an instantly recognisable waterfront, a unique accent, and famous sons and daughters.

Based in the heart of North-West England, Liverpool is also the most famous place in Britain to go for a day trip, according to the National Tourist Board.

Things to see and do

The waterfront area attracts millions of visitors each year. They come to see the rejuvenated Pier Head and Albert Dock, home to the Tate Gallery and Maritime Museum, and to take a trip on the famous Mersey Ferry.

The city centre is packed with magnificent buildings and splendid architecture including St George’s Hall, Liverpool Museum, Walker Art Gallery, and its two cathedrals – the Anglican Cathedral and Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King.

The Liverpool Echo Arena and BT Convention Centre opened in January 2008 hosting world class concerts and conferences. A range of theatres offer first class productions to rival London’s West End. And many tourists just come to Liverpool for its exciting nightlife.

Shopping

If you love shopping, you’ll love Liverpool. In recent years, new and exciting retailers have muscled in to take advantage of Merseysiders’ spending power. The much anticipated £1billion Liverpool One (Paradise Project) opened in 2008 with new department stores housing, amongst others, a new John Lewis and Debenhams along with parking for 3000 vehicles, two new hotels, a gallery, new bus station, public park, and 14 screen cinema. Other outlets include St Johns Precinct (featuring a food court and traditional market), the MET Quarter,  Cavern Walks and Clayton Square. For more information please look at the Visit Liverpool website..

Sport

Liverpool is a serious sporting city with Liverpool and Everton football clubs known all over the world. And the world’s most famous horse race, the Grand National, is held immediately adjacent to the city boundary at Aintree Racecourse but remains forever linked to the city.

You’ll be spoilt for choice for things to see and do in this great city. The architecture is world-class, with more listed buildings than any city outside London. The heart of the city and its waterfront sit proudly alongside treasures like the Taj Mahal and Pyramids at Giza as a World Heritage Site. Why not take some time out to visit some of Liverpool’s most popular attractions. For more information check out the Visit Liverpool website.