Let’s find out what to do in Liverpool, the city that is famous for being the home of the Beatles. While that was the biggest thing that drew me to spend 48 hours in Liverpool, I was pleasantly surprised by what the city had to offer. The Beatles are just one part of the Liverpool story.

With a rich history and better prices than London, Liverpool is worth at least 2 days of your time.

What To Do In Liverpool In 48 Hours

Day 1 of Your 2-Day Liverpool Itinerary

On day one on your Liverpool itinerary, I would recommend starting with the Magical Mystery Tour. I’m a Beatles fan, so I was excited to see their childhood houses and all of the important spots. While you could also find all of these spots yourself, the tour makes it a lot easier.

2 days in Liverpool

When I went several years ago in April, my tour was rather full. It costs £18.95 a person and lasts two hours. You can go at either 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. I remember I chose 2 p.m. and grabbed a bite to eat at the Royal Albert Dock. There are several restaurant options there.

You meet the group right next to the dock. When it’s time, you’ll see a big, yellow bus waiting out front. It’s kind of hard to miss. The tour is only given in English, although the transcripts are available in other languages. They intersperse Beatles music between the tour guide’s explanations. You get to visit places such as Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields and their childhood homes.

The Magical Mystery Tour will end at the Cavern Club, the famous concert hall. I would recommend getting one drink here and taking it in. It is cool to be in the space where they used to perform. However, since it is that, it has also become rather touristy. Hence, I wouldn’t recommend spending hours here unless you’re into that sort of thing.

Visit the Museum of Liverpool

Liverpool is full of history beyond just the Beatles. I will admit that before visiting this museum, I never knew that. I really didn’t know much about the city other than the fact that it was located in England.

The Museum of Liverpool is free and open daily

What To Do In Liverpool In 2 Days

 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. So if you choose to go on the Magical Mystery Tour at 11 a.m., you can head to the museum after. You can follow different trails through the museum such as the Black Community Trail and the Jewish Community Trail. This allows you to see the story of Liverpool through the eyes of particular communities.

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Liverpool Itinerary: Day 2

You will want to start your day with a visit to Liverpool Cathedral. While it’s not located in the dead centre of the city, it’s not a far walk from the dock either. I walked from the cathedral to the Magical Mystery Tour in about 20 minutes.

The cathedral is free to the public, but donations are encouraged. They are usually open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. I loved the gothic style of this cathedral. It’s definitely worth a visit.

After your visit to the cathedral, wander down to the dock to visit some museums. Most museums in Liverpool are free to the public. On your walk to the city centre, you will pass Chinatown. I had no idea that there was a Chinatown in Liverpool. If you fancy Chinese food, you could make a stop here for lunch.

Things To Do In Liverpool In 2 Days

Visit a Museum or Two

Once you reach the Albert Dock, you will have lots of museums to explore and it might be hard to see all with just 48 hours in Liverpool! Among the free museums in Liverpool, you can visit the International Slavery Museum, Merseyside Maritime Museum, World Museum and Sudley House.

What To Do In Liverpool in 48 hours
Albert Dock is one of the must-visit places in Liverpool

I was overall amazed at how many museums were free to the public. Furthermore, since the weather isn’t always ideal in England, you will want a nice escape from the elements. Luckily Liverpool has got you covered!

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Dining and Nightlife in Liverpool

One of the things that I love about the UK is the variety of food. In regards to nightlife, you will find lots of options around the Albert Dock, along Seel Street and along Hardman Street. This is a good overview of the nightlife in Liverpool. In regards to restaurants, you can find everything from your typical British pub to international cuisine. 

How To Get To Liverpool

The United Kingdom is incredibly well-connected by trains and buses, so if you’re traveling around the UK, finding transportation to Liverpool shouldn’t be much of a challenge.

When traveling in Europe, there are a lot of apps to help you book your transportation. They compare buses, trains and flights. Oftentimes when traveling in a country I’m not from, I don’t know what options exist. Sometimes there’s more than one bus company, for example.

If you’re flying, look into both the Liverpool and Manchester airports. When I went to Liverpool, I was coming from Ireland. I found a flight from Dublin to Liverpool for just £16. When I flew back to Spain, flying out of Manchester was cheaper.

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Since it’s only about an hour away, it can be worth it to look at flights in and out of Manchester as well as Liverpool. I simply took a train from Liverpool on the morning of my flight and arrived with plenty of time.

Once I arrived in the city of Liverpool, I took a bus to my hostel. I remember that the city buses showed up on GoogleMaps and I was able to figure out which one I needed easily.

Where To Stay In Liverpool

When you search where to stay in Liverpool, you will see the city has plenty to offer. When I travel, I typically choose to stay in hostels. I was traveling alone on this trip, so a hostel was the most affordable option.

I stayed in Hatters Hostel. It was easily accessible by public transportation and included breakfast each morning. Traveling in the UK, in general, is not cheap. If you’re on a budget, I would definitely recommend it and beds start out at £19 a night.

However, I also understand that staying in a hostel isn’t for everyone. Here are a few other hotel recommendations in the centre of the city: Ibis Liverpool Centre, Hope Street Hotel and Hotel 46.

Final Notes

Liverpool is not a city to overlook when planning your holiday to the UK. Make sure to pack warm clothing, comfortable walking shoes and things that can withstand the rain. I went to Liverpool in early April, and it was colder than I thought. I brought a leather jacket but was kicking myself for not bringing something warmer.

Have you ever considered Liverpool for a holiday?

About The Author

Nina is an American travel blogger who lives in Spain. She travels the world in a dress. You can find out more about her travels at A World of Dresses or on her Instagram.

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Pedro has travelled to almost 120 countries and has made his nest in London. He has also lived in Spain, Australia, the US, Georgia and Turkey. A former hotel management professional, he loves exploring local cultures, is now learning his 8th language and has a soft spot for the Middle East and the CIS countries.