Things to do in Liverpool
Discover the best things to do in Liverpool with our handpicked guides to events, activities, and hidden gems across the city. Whether you’re a local looking for weekend plans or a visitor exploring Liverpool for the first time, you’ll find everything from live music and theatre to food festivals, art exhibitions, nightlife, and family-friendly attractions. Stay up to date with the latest happenings and uncover what makes Liverpool one of the UK’s most vibrant cultural destinations.
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LightNight 2019 Guide
LightNight returns for its 10th year on 17 May with over 100 free events happening across 50 venues in the city. LightNight is a free, diverse, late-night cultural programme which celebrates different art forms in one spectacular night of entertainment and this year the theme is ‘Ritual’. “For LightNight 2019, we will consider ritual as a universal phenomenon, spanning the breadth of human history, and also as an artistic process by which we shift our…
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Junkyard Golf Club: First Look Inside
From humble beginnings Junkyard Golf Club has become one of the UK’s most popular crazy golf destinations with locations in Leeds, Manchester, Oxford, London and now Liverpool. We were invited down for a first look of the venue last week and we can honestly say it’s one of the coolest new places in the city and an absolute must for crazy golf fans. Liverpool has a reputation as a fun city and so it’s a…
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How We Spent A Spontaneous Day In Liverpool
There’s a hundred different ways you could spend a spontaneous day in Liverpool…here’s just one way. As you might have guessed already there’s nothing we love more than exploring our city and discovering everything that’s happening, from the opening of new venues to events and exhibitions we’re lucky that Liverpool is a city that is constantly evolving and there’s new bars, restaurants and experiences popping up all the time. So we challenged ourselves to step out…
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New Liver Building Clock Tower Audio Visual Experience Revealed
A world-class audio-visual experience within the Clock Tower of Liverpool’s Royal Liver Building has been revealed, ahead of the new RLB360 visitor attraction’s official opening early next month. The immersive experience, backed by an original music score, is digitally-projected directly onto the walls of the historic clock tower within the 322ft Grade I-listed structure and explores the building’s significance to Liverpool and how the city has changed in the 108-years since the Liver Building was…
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LIMF First Wave Line Up Announced
Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) has announced hip hop legends De La Soul, chart-topping Ella Eyre and DJ Duo Sigma amongst the line up for 2019’s festival which returns to Sefton Park on 20 & 21 July. Also on the bill is the hugely talented singer-songwriter and rapper Maverick Sabre and electro rnb star NAO. LIMF has also lined up Disco Classical – Camerata Orchestra reworking iconic disco tracks – with special guests Sister Sledge, for…
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5 Reasons To Be Excited For Our Crazy For Swayze Night
Last week we announced that we will be teaming up with Ya Gals On Film to bring you Crazy For Swayze – Patrick Swayze Night. We’ve got so much planned for the night and can’t wait to share it with you all. But for now here’s just 5 reasons to be excited for it. 1. The Venue If you haven’t been down to VideOdyssey yet then you’re in for a treat. Dubbed as the last…
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The Roman’s Activity Park: The Ultimate Day Out In Liverpool
Ever wanted to try your hand at Roman boxing, Goat Milking or Giant Sandal Racing? Ok, maybe you’ve never really thought about it, but we think you might want to thanks to The Roman’s Activity Park! The Romans is a bespoke 1,500 sq metre park which includes eight games stations, a purpose-built coliseum, six Instagram stations and an outdoor gin garden. All participants will receive costumes, face painting and will meet and be hosted by…
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Liverpool To Host BBC Radio 6 Music Festival 2019
The BBC Radio 6 Music Festival 2019 will take place in Liverpool in venues across the city from Friday 29 to Sunday 31 March. The line-up features The Good, The Bad & The Queen, Anna Calvi, Jon Hopkins, Hot Chip, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Ex:Re. Plus Little Simz, Bodega, Gang Of Four, Villagers, IDLES, Slowthai, Fontaines D.C., The Cinematic Orchestra, Chali 2na & Krafty Kuts, Jungle and Marika Hackman. Liverpool is a city with music at…
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Cream Classical In The Park Featuring Faithless, Paul Oakenfold And More
Cream, the award-winning promoters behind some of the world’s biggest electronic music events, have announced plans for an all-new 20,000 capacity festival in their spiritual home Liverpool – ‘Cream Classical In The Park’ on Friday 19 July 2019. Following the success of the Cream Classical shows at Liverpool Cathedral, there’s going to be a huge summer spectacular with the amazing 50 piece Kaleidoscope Orchestra performing some of Cream’s biggest tracks in the surroundings of Sefton…
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Liverpool FC Stadium Tour
Weather you’re visiting the city or you’re a die hard, born and bred scouser the Liverpool FC Stadium Tour is an experience you shouldn’t overlook. Liverpool is one of the best cities in the world for celebrating football and the great debate around whether or not you’re a red or a blue keeps the city alive, a bit of friendly competition is always fun, right? If you’re a red then you’ll spend most of your…
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The Lantern Company To Turn Sefton Park Boating Lake Into Floating City
This February the Boating Lake in Sefton Park, Liverpool will become home to a spectacular floating city of lanterns thanks to The Lantern Company. Created with massive community engagement, the city lights will flicker on as it comes to life with an epic soundscape of original music, real-life stories and poetry. Not only will the boating lake be brought to life, but a second event, ‘Habitats’, will also light up Sefton Park over the February…
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Leonardo da Vinci: A Life In Drawing At The Walker Art Gallery
Leonardo da Vinci: A Life In Drawing is coming to Liverpool this Spring. The Walker Art Gallery will host an exhibition of 12 Leonardo da Vinci drawings to mark the 500th anniversary of the Renaissance master’s death, exploring the diversity of subjects that inspired his creativity, including painting, sculpture, architecture, music, anatomy, engineering, cartography, geology and botany. The free exhibition will also present new information about Leonardo’s working practices and creative process, gathered through scientific research…
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The Alternative Guide To Valentine’s Day
If you are one of those who think that Valentines Day is not for you… maybe it’s because you haven’t heard about these perfect plans! Get ready to plan the best Valentines day ever! Here’ your Alternative Guide To Valentine’s Day in Liverpool. Breakfast At Tiffany’s at The Bombed Out Church Spend Valentines evening watching the classic movie, ‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’. Wrap up (you can take some blankets with you!) and get ready to snuggle…
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Nile Rodgers & CHIC To Play Haydock Park Racecourse
The Jockey Club Live and Haydock Park Racecourse has announced that Nile Rodgers & CHIC will be visiting the historic racecourse on the 22 June, joining previously announced Jess Glynne (7 June) and Rick Astley (20 July) as part of their summer season of live concerts. Expect to hear some of the best-known pop anthems from the last four decades. With more than 200 production credits to his name, the scope of Nile Rodgers’ peerless influence is undeniable. As the co-founder…
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Let Them Eat Pasta! Our morning with the fantastico Flour Will Fly…
Let’s face it; we’re all often guilty of wanting our food FAST. Whether this be speeding through a takeout drive through, or impatiently tapping our fingers on the restaurant table waiting for our starters to arrive… Sometimes it can feel as if we’ve forgotten the joy of waiting for our food, as well as the gratification that preparing it from scratch gives us. Enter Flour Will Fly. If you haven’t already heard of these guys…
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Visit Liverpool’s Best Sightseeing Spots with a Tour Bus
Are you planning on visiting Liverpool in the near future? Or maybe you’re a long-time resident looking to get a bit more out of home? Liverpool has a range of fantastic attractions and historical locations, but it can be quite difficult squeezing so many activities into one day. With the City Explorer tour bus, you can hop on and hop off at the best sightseeing spots throughout the city. There’s even an onboard tour guide…
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VideOdyssey – The UK’s Last Video Shop and Cinema Announce 2019 Events
Did you know that Liverpool is home to what is dubbed ‘the UK’s last video shop’? Not only does VideOdyssey have hundreds of VHS tapes lined up in their 8 foot high video walls but you can also catch screenings of some classic films in their cinema room. And as if that wasn’t enough there’s also an arcade room with 12 vintage games including Street Fighter, Space Invaders and Pac Man. The whole place is a…
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January Food & Drink Deals In Liverpool
Read our January Food and Drink Deals for 2023 feature here. So December was a pretty expensive month right? But why should you have to sit and wallow with the January blues when there’s loads of our favourite Liverpool restaurants offering amazing January deals. We’ve complied the best January Food & Drink Deals In Liverpool so you don’t have to! The Brink This January The Brink will be serving up a daily ‘Brink Bargain’ –…
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Guide To Lark Lane: The World In A Few Hundred Metres
I love Lark Lane. I’ve lived in the area for about three years and it still keeps surprising me! Surrounded by Sefton and Princess Parks, a stroll down this little lane is never time wasted. There’s something for everyone at any day and any time. A night out, a quiet coffee with friends, live music, food from everywhere around the world… If you are looking for something to do and would like to avoid the…
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The Alternative Guide To Getting Festive This Christmas
Well the festive season is truly upon us. The Liverpool One Christmas tree is up, Gregg’s have their festive bakes, and everyone is gearing up for the big day. If you’re not that into Christmas, or just a bit of a Grinch, Liverpool Noise have found some things you can do to get you into the festive spirit without going overboard on the tinsel. 1. Spectaculum at Cains Brewery Village, Baltic Triangle If you fancy…
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or you’ve lived here your whole life, there’s always something new to discover in Liverpool. Bursting with culture, creativity, and character, the city is packed with unforgettable experiences — from music heritage and world-class football to cutting-edge food, art, and nightlife.
Our “Things To Do in Liverpool” section is your ultimate guide to exploring the city, whatever your interests or budget. We’ve curated the best local activities, events, and hidden gems — from headline attractions to indie favourites that make Liverpool so unique.
Explore Liverpool’s Rich Culture & History
Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with a global reputation for creativity — and it shows. Whether you’re tracing the steps of The Beatles, learning about the city’s maritime past, or diving into its rich art and museum scene, culture is everywhere.
Top cultural attractions include:
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The Beatles Story, Strawberry Field, and the Magical Mystery Tour
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Museum of Liverpool, World Museum, and International Slavery Museum
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Tate Liverpool and independent art spaces like Open Eye Gallery and FACT
Many of Liverpool’s museums and galleries are free to enter, making them great options for rainy days, family visits, or anyone on a budget.
Iconic Landmarks and Unique Neighbourhoods
Liverpool’s skyline is iconic — and so are its neighbourhoods. Wander the waterfront and take in the Royal Albert Dock, Liver Building, and Museum of Liverpool, then explore further afield for local character.
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Stroll through the Georgian Quarter with its leafy streets, theatres and cathedrals
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Discover the industrial-meets-creative vibes of the Baltic Triangle
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Explore Bold Street, one of the UK’s best indie food and shopping streets
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Visit the Knowledge Quarter and Hope Street for historic pubs and hidden gems
You can also head to Sefton Park or Otterspool Promenade for nature-filled escapes within the city.
Music, Nightlife & Live Events
This is a city that lives and breathes music. From world-famous venues to underground gigs, there’s always a live show to catch.
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The Cavern Club, Phase One, Jimmy’s, and Camp and Furnace all host regular gigs
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Liverpool Philharmonic Hall offers orchestral concerts, film scores, and live comedy
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Don’t miss LIMF, Sound City, and local grassroots festivals throughout the year
Liverpool also has a thriving bar and club scene — from rooftop cocktails and craft beer dens to late-night clubs, cabaret shows, and LGBTQ+ venues.
Football, Tours & Sporting Experiences
If you're into sport, few cities rival Liverpool for passion and pride. Take a tour of Anfield, Goodison Park or the Hill Dickinson Stadium, or plan a matchday experience to see the city come alive. You can also enjoy:
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Mersey River cruises
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Crazy golf, axe throwing, and escape rooms
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Local runs, cycle routes, and yoga in the park
For fans of walking tours, ghost tours, or food and drink trails, Liverpool has a huge variety of guided experiences that bring the city to life in new ways.
Food, Drink & Independent Shopping
Liverpool’s independent scene is thriving — especially when it comes to food, drink, and unique shopping. Discover:
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Baltic Market and Duke Street Market for casual eats
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Bold Street, Lark Lane, and Smithdown Road for indie cafés, vegan options, and world cuisine
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Vintage shops, record stores, artisanal makers, and independent galleries
There’s always a new place to eat, a local beer to try, or a weekend market to explore.
Seasonal Events & Hidden Gems
Liverpool loves a celebration — and with festivals, light trails, pop-up exhibitions, and waterfront events happening all year round, there’s always something to look forward to. Whether it’s:
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Christmas markets at the docks
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Summer outdoor cinema nights
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Halloween ghost hunts
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Liverpool Biennial or LightNight
We keep you up to date on what’s on and what’s worth checking out, so you never miss a moment.
Why Explore with Liverpool Noise?
We go beyond the obvious. Our "Things To Do in Liverpool" section brings together real recommendations, independent voices, and the latest updates from across the city. Whether you're a tourist planning your first visit or a local looking for new inspiration, we’re here to help you make the most of every day in Liverpool.
We regularly update this section with:
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What’s on this weekend in Liverpool
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New restaurant and bar openings
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Seasonal round-ups and curated guides
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Budget-friendly ideas and free things to do
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Tours, events, and family-friendly picks
Discover our latest features below and discover why Liverpool is one of the UK’s most exciting cities to explore — with something new around every corner.