The Fab Four

John, Paul, George and Ringo need no introduction, but of course, they make up The Beatles, who put Liverpool on the worldwide map back in the 1960s. From the Cavern Club and Magical Mystery Tour of their childhood homes and hotspots to The Beatles Story experience on the Royal Albert Dock, you can’t miss the city’s homage to these rock ‘n’ roll legends.

A city of culture

Liverpool lies on the River Mersey, which made it a big deal back in its port-trading heyday. The city’s wealthy past is clear to see in landmarks like the Liver Building and St George’s Hall. As for museums, make Tate Liverpool your first stop, then catch a concert at The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. And the events? Think creative theatre to colourful street parties and The Grand National horse race.

So much more to explore

If you can tear yourself away from all the goings-on in Liverpool, there’s plenty of adventure to be had nearby. New Brighton is a cute coastal town across the Mersey that’s worth checking out. Meanwhile, The Wirral is home to some lovely nature parks and high-end suburbs to mooch around, not to mention the 19th-century model village of Port Sunlight.