Liverpool has always been one of the most popular student cities in the UK. It attracts students from all over the world with high-quality education, vibrant city life, historical and cultural heritages, affordable student accommodation in Liverpool, and an inclusive social environment. When it comes to Liverpool, The Beatles is an unavoidable topic. If you come to Liverpool without exploring the history of The Beatles, then this trip is incomplete. Whether you are a fan of The Beatles, someone who only knows a few songs, or someone who knows nothing about them, you can start your journey with The Beatles here. Let’s take a look at The Beatles’ attractions and explore the hometown of the world’s largest band!
1. The Beatles Story Museum
The Beatles Story Museum on Liverpool’s famous Royal Albert Dock is the world’s largest permanent exhibition dedicated solely to telling the story of The Beatles’ rise to fame. It houses a collection of precious visual materials and other items related to the band and restored memorable scenes such as the Cavern Club and Abbey Road recording studios. In an immersive experience, you can walk around at your own pace while listening to multimedia audio guides in 12 different languages and admiring stunning collections of historical music memorabilia.
2. Liverpool Beatles Museum
The Liverpool Beatles Museum, located on the famous Matthew Street, is a must-visit destination for fans. The museum has over 1000 rare items and is the world’s largest collection of Beatles memorabilia! On this journey, you can learn about the life and career of The Beatles, learn about music history from many years ago, and appreciate original band memorabilia. The museum also restored the recording studio where The Beatles recorded their albums. The legendary story of The Beatles is vividly presented here, and this trip is definitely worthwhile.
3. Cavern Club
The Cavern Club was the place where The Beatles performed when they first formed, and there are still performances every day. There are two performance venues inside. The front stage is open every morning at 10 am and performances start at 11 am. No worries about the trip, since it is quite close to University of Liverpool accommodation. You can watch the performances by buying tickets. The Cavern Live Lounge mainly hosts themed performances, which require separate tickets. The Cavern Club features 292 iconic stages of The Beatles, witnessing incredible music for 70 years in this legendary bar! At this legendary club, you can enjoy rock music and soundtracks, as well as performances by The Beatles cover bands and touring artists.
Next to The Cavern Club, there is also The Cavern Pub, whose exterior wall is the famous Cavern Wall of Fame. The statue is of John Lennon, and each brick is engraved with the names of singers or bands who have performed at the Cavern Pub. There are well-known bands such as The Queen, The Who, Travis, Oasis, Adele, Eric Clapton, Elton John, etc.
4. Beatles Statue
If you want to take the ultimate photo of The Beatles in Liverpool, don’t forget to go to the pier and take a selfie with the Beatles statue, which is even bigger than a real person. Donated by the famous Cavern Club, the placement of the statue coincides with the 50-year anniversary of the band’s last gig played in Liverpool, at the Liverpool Empire Theatre. In front of the famous Cunard Building, you can also see the beautiful scenery of the River Mersey.
5. Strawberry Fields
Next, let’s visit the iconic landmark of John Lennon’s immortality in The Beatles – Strawberry Fields! The Strawberry Fields was first opened to the public in September 2019 and is a must-visit destination for all Beatles fans visiting this city. This used to be the Salvation Army Children’s Home, where John Lennon played. Now it is an interactive tourist exhibition with cafes, shops, peaceful gardens, and the original Strawberry Fields gate in the park. In 2020, the world-renowned piano used by John Lennon to compose and record “Imagine” was loaned to the Strawberry Fields, so you can also enjoy a beautiful musical history while visiting here.
6. Mendips and 20 Forthlin Road
Step into the lives of young Lennon and McCartney, visit Mendipes and 20 Fordring Road – John and Paul’s childhood home. This is an excellent opportunity to learn about the Beatles’ encounter, visit the places where they composed and rehearsed early, and truly enjoy it for any Beatles fan! These two small houses in suburban Liverpool offer the only tour that takes you inside these unique and incredibly atmospheric buildings. You can practically hear the sounds of the lads, and almost picture their daily routines played out in front of you.
Conclusion
From immersive experiences and museums filled with memorabilia, to various check-in sculptures, and even Beatles themed bars, there are many ways to discover The Beatles in Liverpool. The city also offers a Bus Tour of The Beatles – The Beatles’ Magical Mystery Tour, named after The Beatles’ thirteenth album. It sequentially visits important locations related to the band in Liverpool, including Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields, as well as the members’ homes, schools, and St Peter’s Church Hall, where John and Paul met. Start planning your Beatles tour in Liverpool!
