Want to visit Liverpool on the cheap?
Then follow this Top 13 free tours, museums and activities to do in Liverpool that we’ve created for you to enjoy without breaking the bank.
The city of Liverpool is one of the largest cities in the United Kingdom and has many places of interest to visit for free.
Liverpool is both a metropolitan district of Merseyside and a city located in the North West region of England, more precisely on the bank of the Mersey River estuary
It is one of the most touristy cities in England.
Are you wondering how to take full advantage of its free treasures?
Look no further and discover our 13 best free activities you can do and see in Liverpool.
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The Beatles Pier Head
Do you like beautiful statues? You’ve come to the right place! The famous bronze statues of the four Beatles created by sculptor Andy Edwards and unveiled in 2015 are a must-see when visiting Liverpool.
The Beatles have left their mark on the history of the city of Liverpool. Feel free to take a few selfies with your favorite Beatles.
Website: https: //www.beatlesstory.com/news/2015/12/04/beatles-statues-fab-new-tribute-pier-head/
Albert Dock
The Royal Albert Dock is a set of docks and warehouses built in 1846 during the industrial evolution and to cope with the development of the port activity of Liverpool. It was at the time the largest port construction in England.
Today the Albert Dock is the most visited free attraction in Liverpool with 5 million visitors per year. Unesco even included it in its list of world heritage sites in 2004
The Albert Dock has since been renovated and has become one of the most popular areas for the people of Liverpool
You will find the Merseyside Maritime Museum, The Beatles Story and the Tate Liverpool.
Website: https: //fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Albert_Dock
Visit Bold Street
Bold Street is the perfect place to start your visit! It’s a must-see when visiting Liverpool. You will be able to enjoy small restaurants and typical Liverpool cafes but also trendy clothes stores if you want to do some shopping.
We recommend you to go to this street because it’s the ideal place to start soaking up the atmosphere of Liverpool
Address: Ropewalks Area, Liverpool, Merseyside, L1 4HR
Website: http: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bold_Street,_Liverpool
Visit Liverpool Cathedral for free
Liverpool Cathedral is just outstanding! It is a real masterpiece with a neo-gothic architecture. It is one of the largest cathedrals ever built in the world.
We strongly advise you to go there as soon as you drop your luggage in Liverpool especially since the entrance is free and open to everyone
Address: St James Mt, Liverpool L1 7AZ, United Kingdom
Website: http://www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk/
Top free museums: Merseyside Maritime Museum
This original museum is among the most visited museums in Liverpool
It is the flagship of the city of Liverpool and features works that trace the history of the port of Liverpool as well as its economic activities.
The museum’s collections reflect Liverpool’s international importance as a gateway to the world, including its role in the transatlantic slave trade and emigration, the merchant marine and the RMS Titanic
You will find beautiful transatlantic ships, superb models and many photos and videos that make the exhibition of this museum very entertaining.
Address: Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AQ, United Kingdom
Admission: The Merseyside Maritime Museum is free from Tuesday to Sunday
Walker Art Gallery
With the widest range of art collections in England, the Walker Art Gallery is undoubtedly one of the finest art galleries in Europe.
You will find paintings, sculpture and decorative art from the Italian and Dutch schools from 1350 to 1550, European art from 1550-1900, including works by Rembrandt, Poussin and Degas, as well as British art from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, including an important collection of Victorian painting.
Admission: Free daily admission to this museum
Website: https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/walker-art-gallery
International Slavery Museum
This museum is dedicated to slavery and the slave trade. You will find beautiful exhibitions on human rights. It’s just fascinating!
The Slavery Museum focuses mainly on the people of West Africa and their rich and varied history. The last section of the museum includes memorabilia of discrimination against the black population even after the abolition of the slave trade.
Admission: free daily
Website: http: //www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/ism/index.aspx
Cavern Quarter
This neighborhood is located around Matthew Street. It was a favorite place of the Beatles and tourists often come here to revisit one of the places where they started.
This is where the band had their roots, at the Cavern Club, where they performed 292 times between 1961 and 1963.
This area is full of atmosphere and has a party vibe! If you like to party, we advise you to visit this mythical neighborhood.
Website: https: //www.petitfute.com/v51006-liverpool/c1173-visites-points-d-interet/c975-rue-place-quartier/447359-caverne-quarter.html
Sudley House
Sudley House is a historic house built in 1824 that has been converted into a museum and art gallery containing the collection of George Holt, shipowner and former resident
You can admire works by Thomas Gainsborough, Joshua Reynolds, Edwin Landseer and John Everette Millais.
Several rooms have been completely renovated with period furniture and costumes.
Admission: free daily
Website: https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/sudley-house
Sefton Park
What could be more enjoyable than getting outside to enjoy the fresh air and smell the nature? For this, we suggest you visit Sefton Park and its lake located south of the city of Liverpool.
Don’t miss the Palm House which is a three-level domed palm house with a rich collection of exotic plants. Admission is free.
Website: https: //www.visiter-liverpool.com/sefton-park
Liverpool Central Library
We really recommend you to visit this magnificent library during your stay in Liverpool.
The Central Library, which has won several awards for its bold modern architecture, is the largest library in Liverpool.
In addition, you can enjoy the rooftop with a splendid view of Liverpool.
Website: https: //liverpool.gov.uk/libraries/find-a-library/central-library/
Grand Central Hall
It’s a big Art Nouveau building, a beautiful place visually speaking and a heavenly place for those who look for gothic, punk,… There are also stores for decorations and accessories in the basement.
Even if you are not shopping, you can still admire the beauty of this monument which is on the list of the national heritage of England as a listed building.
Website: http://grandcentralhall.com/
Chinatown
Do you like Chinese culture? Then you must visit the Chinatown in Liverpool.
You will have the opportunity to discover some of their specialties once in Liverpool. If you pass by there, the arch at the beginning of the street is very pretty to look at and will catch your attention.
Then if you go down the street, you will have access to small Asian stores and restaurants for the Asian food lovers. Don’t hesitate to enjoy the richness in this area.
That’s it, we are at the end of this presentation of the free visits to make in Liverpool. Don’t hesitate to send us your remarks in comments.