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MY TOUR OF LIVEPROOL
The following attractions are all within walking distance of each other. One attraction follows on the next attraction as we walk around the city.
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METROPOLITAN CATHEDRAL
No Cathedral has ever been built in a short time (5 years) – yet taken so long to reach fruition (120 years). A scheme started in the 1850’s was abandoned, as was Sir Edward Lutyen’s dream of a Cathedral, second only in size to St Peter’s in Rome. It’s most striking feature is the Lantern Tower, containing the world’s largest stained glass window.
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LIVERPOOL CATHEDRAL
This is the largest Anglican Cathedral in Europe and gives you breathtaking views over the city from the bell tower. Originally designed by Sir Giles Scott, building commenced in 1904 and wasn’t completed until 1978. The building is constructed of local sandstone in a free Gothic styles and has the highest Gothic arches and vaults ever built. The tremendous organ has nearly 10,000 pipes and is the biggest to be found in any church. The bells are impressive, too.
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CHINATOWN ARCH
The Liverpool Chinatown community is the oldest established in Europe, dating back to before the mid -19th century.
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FACT CENTRE
Opened in March 2003, the FACT centre brings a spectacular new addition to Liverpool’s renowned reputation in the Arts. The centre provides artists and the general public with the opportunity to produce and consume art house film, video, and international digital art. A must visit.
http://www.fact.co.uk
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ALBERT DOCK
Built in 1841 and designed by Jesse Hartley, Albert Dock was one of the original closed docks and cost more than £500,000 – a vast sum at the time. Liverpool’s jewel in the crown, it is currently undergoing a £40m redevelopment programme to boost its up-market shopping. Home to some of the city’s finest café bars and restaurants.
http://www.albertdock.com
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MUSEUM OF LIVERPOOL LIFE
The Museum of Liverpool Life opened in 1993 on the banks of the River Mersey, in a former boat hall and building used by pilots controlling traffic along the river. The museum and its collections celebrate the people of Liverpool, their culture, achievements and contribution to national life, and give a unique insight into a remarkable city and its inhabitants.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/liverpoollife/index.asp
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THE TATE GALLERY
Liveprool's Tate Gallery is a world-class collection of modern art- a pioneer in the field of nwe creative media.
http://www.tate.org.uk/liverpool
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THE BEATLES STORY
The Beatles Story exhibition in Liverpool recreates the whole 60's experience with the fab four from 1962, through Beatlemania and flower power, to the 70's and beyond.
http://www.beatlesstory.com
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THE MERSEYSIDE MARITIME MUSEUM
Merseyside Maritime Museum is in a former bonded warehouse, part of the historic Albert Dock on the banks of the River Mersey. The museum, opened in 1980, tells the story of one of the world's greatest ports and the people who used it.
The museum's collections reflect the international importance of Liverpool as a gateway to the world, including the city's role in the transatlantic slave trade and emigration.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/maritime/index.asp
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HM CUSTOMS AND EXCISE NATIONAL MUSEUM
The HM Customs & Excise National Museum tells the exciting story of smuggling and contraband from the 1700s to the present day.
The museum holds the national collection of the Department of Customs and Excise, one of the most important collections of its type held anywhere in the world.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/customs/index.asp
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LIVERPOOL DUCK TOURS
The historic City of Liverpool, with its Waterfront built around the most famous docklands in the world, is steeped in maritime tradition.
Yuo have to see it all, and the only way is to ride TheYellowDuckmarine! The fun begins the second you board your DUCK - an authentic World War II landing vehicle - at the Albert Dock, where else?
http://www.theyellowduckmarine.co.uk
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THE BEATLES MAGICAL MYSTERY TOUR
This is a unique journey to where John, Paul George and Ringo lived and grew up.
See some of the places that influenced their music – Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields.
http://www.cavern-liverpool.co.uk/mmt/
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THE LIVER BUILDING
The splendour of the Royal Liver Building reflected the economic importance of liverpool in the early years of the 20th century - one of the early examples of a system of architecture that was to make possible the birth of skyscrapers.
The magnificent 'Liver birds' adorning the top of the towers, were designed by a German sculptor - who was unfortunately arrested at the outbreak of World War I and incarcerated on the Isle of Man!
http://www.tate.org.uk/liverpool
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THE CAVERN CLUB
This is located in the centre of the Cavern Quarter. It is famous as the home of The Beatles and where they were discovered after they had returned from Hamburg in Germany. The club is open most evenings and during the day.
http://www.cavern-liverpool.co.uk
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NMGM CONSERVATION CENTRE
This is an award-winning presentation of work done by museum conservators – work usually hidden from the public. Liverpool's award-winning Conservation Centre is the first national conservation centre in the UK, and the only one of its kind open to the public. Housed in the former Midland Railway Goods Depot (built in the 1870s) on Queen Square in the heart of Liverpool, the centre was opened by HRH The Prince of Wales in 1996.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/conservation/index.asp
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THE LIVERPOOL MUSEUM
Liverpool Museum is the largest of the National Museums Liverpool venues. The fascinating and varied collections cover archaeology, ethnology and the natural and physical sciences. Special attractions include the award-winning Natural History Centre and the Planetarium.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/walker/index.asp
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THE WALKER ART GALLERY
Discover over six centuries of art at the national gallery of the North. The Walker holds one of the finest collections of fine and decorative art in Europe. It has inspired and delighted visitors for over 120 years.
http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/walker/index.asp
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St. GEORGE’S HALL
One of the finest neo-classical buildings in the world. Contains the Breat Hall – a spectacular Minton tiled floor with extravagant, scintillating features. Currently undergoing an £18m refurbishment.
http://www.visitliverpool.com/stgeorges
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