Things to see in Liverpool

This striking, ship-like museum is dedicated to local culture and history across three floors. Situated in the docks, its interactive collection explores how the people and the port have shaped the city. With sections on creative and sporting history, visitors can enjoy everything from the Beatles to football, conveyed with impassioned Liverpudlian fondness.

Daily 1000-1700.

No

Telling the story of Liverpool's great port, this splendid museum brings alive the story of mass emigration, as well as the city's close ties to the Titanic. It focuses on the history of Albert Dock with models, maritime paintings, colourful posters and full-sized vessels. The third floor is the International Slavery Museum, dedicated to the history of the transatlantic slave trade and its appalling legacy.

Daily 1000-1700.

No

Finished in 1978, Britain's largest Anglican cathedral is worth visiting for the stunning panoramic views from the tower alone. But set aside plenty of time to gawp at the spectacular interior too; it houses artwork by contemporary artists including Tracey Emin. The cathedral was the lifework of architect Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, who was also responsible for Battersea Power Station and the iconic red telephone box.

Daily 0800-1800.

No

A multilingual audio tour guides visitors through the Fab Four's story, charting the success of the band from their early days in Liverpool and Hamburg through to international superstardom and their eventual break-up and subsequent solo careers. It includes rare photographs of the band and life-size reconstructions of the Cavern Club and Abbey Road Studios.

Daily 0900-1900 (1 Apr-30 Oct); daily 1000-1800 (31 Oct-31 Mar).

Yes

Part of the Tate family of museums, the Tate Liverpool is one of the largest galleries of modern and contemporary art outside of London, with works from 20th-century greats from Jean Arp to Andy Warhol. As well as presenting regular visiting exhibitions, there are tours, lectures, family events and a café designed by Sir Peter Blake.

Mon-Sun 1000–1700.

No (except for major exhibitions).

Built in 1846, the world's first enclosed, non-combustible dock warehouse system has been developed into the beating heart of Liverpool's characterful waterfront. It's an irresistible mix of old architecture and cutting-edge thinking. Many of the Dock's thriving museums, galleries, bars and restaurants are housed in converted warehouses with iron colonnades. The Dock also has the largest grouping of Grade I-listed buildings in Britain.

Daily 24 hours.

No

The city is home to two of England's most successful football clubs: Liverpool and Everton. While a behind-the-scenes tour of Everton's Goodison Park is a great experience, their trophy cabinet doesn't shine like Liverpool's Anfield collection, which is adorned with five European trophies. Tours visit the stadium's interactive museum, dressing rooms, and go behind the scenes of the enormous new Main Stand.

Daily 1000-15000 (depending on fixtures).

Yes