A Weekend Break in Liverpool

Liverpool is a city rich in history, culture and sports. It offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself into a vibrant and friendly destination, with lots of things to do. In this itinerary, we’ll guide you through a weekend break in Liverpool, the best ways to get around the city, the best hotels to stay in, the kind of activities you can take part in and an unforgettable Liverpool FC match to top it all off.

Getting To and Around Liverpool

If you want to visit Liverpool, there are plenty of options to get here. The city is well-connected via air, rail and road networks. Liverpool John Lennon Airport welcomes domestic and international flights, ensuring easy access for travelers. Additionally, you can get the train into Liverpool Lime Street which takes you right into the city centre. There is ample parking around the city if you’re coming by car too. Any way you choose to get to Liverpool, you can be certain it’ll be hassle-free.

Once you’re in Liverpool, getting around is incredibly easy. The city has an extensive public transport network, including the famous Mersey Ferry, buses and trains on the Merseyrail network, which makes seeing different areas of the city a walk in the park.

Hotels To Stay In Around Liverpool

Novotel Paddington Village

The Novotel Paddington Village offers stylish rooms for a weekend stay in Liverpool. It’s in a fantastic location in the city’s Knowledge Quarter, right at the heart of Liverpool and provides guests with everything they need from high speed WiFi and 55-inch TVs to air-conditioned rooms and a fully-equipped on-site gym.

Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
Right near the Albert Dock and other incredible Liverpool landmarks is Leonardo Hotel. Within walking distance of all the city’s attractions, it’s a fantastic location to explore Liverpool from. They offer wheelchair friendly rooms as well as providing other spacious rooms. You can order room service or take your seat in the onsite restaurant that serves fantastic meals.

Holiday Inn Liverpool
Located right in the centre of the city. You’ll have easy access to shops, bars and restaurants and you’re only 3 miles away from the iconic Anfield Stadium, home of Liverpool FC. The Holiday Inn rooms have ensuite bathrooms, flat-screen satellite TVs and guests can enjoy a full buffet breakfast each morning with both hot and cold options.

ibis Styles Liverpool
A hotel that pays special homage to the music of The Beatles, you’ll be treated to modern bedrooms with large en-suite showers. Enjoy continental breakfast each morning while taking in the incredible decor around the hotel. You’re just a few minutes walk away from all the key Liverpool sights and sounds when you book with ibis.

Things To Do

Liverpool is brimming with incredible sights and attractions, no matter what your interests are, you’ll find something to take your fancy in Liverpool.

Royal Albert Dock
The Royal Albert Dock is somewhere you could easily spend the full day. It has cafes, restaurants and bars, as well as many museums and the Beatles statue that you’ll want to get your photo with.

Maritime Museum
Liverpool historically connected the UK to the rest of the world via their famous docks. You can learn all about this at the Merseyside Maritime Museum.

The Beatles Story
An award-winning museum that should be on any visitors bucket list in Liverpool. Theirs lots of memorabilia to see, such as John Lennon’s famous round glasses. It’s a fantastic way to learn more about the Fab Four.

Tate Liverpool
If you’re into art, then don’t miss the Tate. Famous for its impressive collections of art, even if art isn’t totally up your street, you’ll more than likely find something to intrigue you. They have numerous displays and exhibitions running all year.

Shopping

Liverpool is well known for it’s fantastic shopping locations. You’ll struggle not to find whatever it is you’re looking for. From the modern Liverpool ONE which is the UK’s largest open-air shopping centre to Bold Street which offers a wide variety of vintage outfits, vinyl collections or organic food.

Food & Drink

There are many locations around the city where you can find the kind of food you’re fancying. The city is home to an incredible array of restaurants, bars and cafes providing food from all corners of the world. Bold Street and Lark Lane have an array of different options including Mexican and Italian restaurants. The Baltic Triangle has everything from classy restaurants serving Chinese cuisine to The Baltic Market where you can find pretty much any kind of food you’re after.

Liverpool FC Match

One of the most famous aspects of Liverpool is the sport. Home to Liverpool FC and the famous Anfield Stadium, if you’re visiting Liverpool, you won’t want to miss out on your chance to see Liverpool FC play live. Why not experience a Liverpool FC matchday in style with a hospitality package that will give you a memory of a lifetime. When you book with us, you’re booking with an Official Liverpool Football Club Hospitality Reseller, so you’re guaranteed to have an incredible time.

We have three choices of hospitality packages, the brand new Brodies Lounge which is brand new for the 23/24 season, The Village which is at The Sandon, the birthplace of Liverpool FC and The Beat Lounge, located inside Anfield. Each package comes with an official match ticket in a padded seat, a complimentary matchday programme and access to food and drink at various times.

Liverpool FC Stadium Tour

Go behind the scenes of one of the world’s most iconic and historic stadiums. Touch the famous ‘This Is Anfield’ sign, see the state-of-the-art Home Team dressing room, stand right next to the hallowed green turf and much more! Learn all about the history of Liverpool FC as you walk through the stadium from their split from Everton FC to the famous European nights at Anfield. If you’re interested in taking a tour around Anfield, leave an enquiry and we’ll be able to help with your booking.

Liverpool really does have everything you need for an exciting and memorable visit. Whether its a trip to a famous landmark, learning about the history of the city or watching the famous Liverpool FC, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. If you have any enquiries at all about a visit to Liverpool FC and a weekend break in Liverpool, we’d be happy to help. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch, leave an enquiry or contact us.