Visit Liverpool Podcast – Our Weekend Adventure
In episode 25 of The Places Where We Go podcast, A Visit To Liverpool, we’ll take a closer look at the vibrant city of Liverpool. Known for its rich history, music scene, and famous football club, Liverpool is a must-visit destination for any traveler. We’ll explore some of the top attractions in the city, including the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the Museum of Liverpool, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King. So, sit back, relax, and prepare to embark on a virtual trip to Liverpool!
Whether you’ve been here before or are planning your first visit, there’s always something new and exciting to discover in this enchanting city. Let’s get started! But first, here is a little background on Liverpool.
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A Brief History of Liverpool
Liverpool is a port city on the River Mersey estuary in northwest England. Its strategic location made it one of the busiest ports in the world during the 19th and early 20th centuries, playing a significant role in the transatlantic slave trade and industrial revolution. Liverpool’s rich history is still visible today in its stunning architecture and diverse cultural influences.
We this episode, we introduce you to the town of Liverpool with some key points about the city. Visiting the historic waterfront in Liverpool, is another opportunity to add a UNESCO World Heritage Site to your travel adventures.
A Visit To Liverpool Podcast Episode
Key Attractions Discussed In This Episode
Listen for our review of several places we visited in Liverpool. We’ll take you on audio tour of these attractions and landmarks:
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King
Beatles Highlights
A trip to Liverpool would be incomplete without soaking up some Beatles history. We take a walk down Matthew Street to visit the area where the Beatles would hone their craft, including the Cavern Club. We also take photos at the Beatles statue installed on the 50th anniversary of their final Liverpool performance.
Fun Facts About Liverpool
Our fun facts on this episode include learning about the city’s Liverbird, musical trivia, and a few things related to railways and libraries.
Restaurant and Foodie Highlights
We highlight a few of the eateries we enjoyed while in Liverpool, including:
Lodging
We also chat about our lodging in Liverpool. We stayed at
Ibis Styles Liverpool Centre Dale Street – Cavern Quarter Hotel
You can also check out our guide for Where To Stay in Liverpool – Arranged By Category
Travel Resources
We consulted “DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Great Britain” to identify specific attractions to include during our trip. The book was helpful in identifying walking tours and museums and providing days and times that specific places are open to visit. We recommend purchasing a book similar to this one when planning a longer trip.
Visit Liverpool England
We hope this Liverpool podcast episode inspires you to consider the Liverpool area in England as part of your UK travels.
Read Our Blog Posts About Liverpool
You’ll find our blog posts on our Liverpool visit at the link below:
Plan Your Perfect Weekend Itinerary in Liverpool
Top Liverpool Landmarks to Visit
Where To Stay In Liverpool
To sum up, Liverpool has so much to offer tourists. Which attractions will you explore on a trip to Liverpool?
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Julie & Art
