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8 Days in Liverpool: Exploring the Beatlemania and Maritime Marvels

John Richard Maynham

John Richard Maynham

11 Mar 2024

Join me on an exciting 8-day journey through Liverpool, the birthplace of The Beatles and a city steeped in maritime history. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary will take you on a whirlwind adventure, immersing you in the vibrant culture and rich heritage of this incredible city.

Trip to Liverpool

Day 1Unveiling History at St Luke’s Bombed Out Church and Art at FACT Liverpool
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$0

St Luke’s Bombed Out Church
A former 1800s Anglican parish church, these landmark ruins stand as a war memorial & event space.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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FACT Liverpool
4-screen cinema showing mainstream and art house films, plus 3 media art galleries and airy bar.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Discovering the Royal Albert Dock and Rocking Out at The Cavern Pub
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$75

Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Waterfront area with renovated red-brick dock buildings housing museums, restaurants, cafes & bars.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
12 - 18 min

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The Cavern Pub
Pub decorated with vintage pop memorabilia, hosting free, live bands Thursday to Sunday nights.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
Day 3A Beachside Encounter with Antony Gormley's 'Another Place' and The Beatles Statue
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$ 9

Another Place by Antony Gormley
100 male statues by Antony Gormley made from cast iron, stretching for 1.5 mi. along the estuary.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Crosby Beach
Sandy beach with a modern sculpture installation by Antony Gormley & a coastal walking/cycling path.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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The Beatles Statue
Popular, bronze statues of the four Beatles created by sculptor Andy Edwards & unveiled in 2015.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Reliving the Beatlemania at Cavern Club and Admiring the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
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$38

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$ 9

Cavern Club
Intimate, brick vaulted cellars with 1960s memorabilia, hosting live tribute acts day & night.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
9 - 11 min

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Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
Circular building and Roman Catholic place of worship with works of art by contemporary artists.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 5Delving into Maritime History at the Museum and Relaxing at Sefton Park Palm House
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$ 9

Maritime Museum
4 floors of maritime history including Titanic displays, evocative films and hands-on exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Sefton Park Palm House
Dome-shaped Victorian palm house with lush flora, now a charity, staging music and dance events.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 6Gazing at the Majestic Liverpool Cathedral
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Liverpool Cathedral
Large 20th-century CofE place of worship with the world's highest Gothic arches & a viewing tower.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 7Exploring Art and Culture at The Bluecoat and St George's Hall
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The Bluecoat
Creative centre in a Queen Anne-style building and hosting varied exhibitions and theatre events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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St George's Hall
Lavishly appointed civic venue with an on-site cafe, a heritage centre & spaces for events.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 8Embarking on a Journey to the National Waterways Museum and Blue Planet Aquarium
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$113

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$ 9

National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
Canal history and culture on display in Victorian buildings, plus boat collection in former dock.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
8 - 10 min

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Blue Planet Aquarium
Sealife centre with underwater aquatunnel, rays, tropical fish, otters, plus diving with sharks.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$75

Budget breakdown: $260 In total

Activities & Food:$225
Transport:$35