Tours/Liverpool/Beatles Ticket To Ride Half Day Tour Small Groups
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Beatles Ticket To Ride Half Day Tour Small Groups

5.0(73)Liverpool1 hour
VIATOR5.0(60)TRIPADVISOR5.0(13)

Description

A must for Beatles fans, this Ultimate Ticket-To-Ride tour is packed with iconic locations. On this half-day tour, you’ll have time to stop for photos and enjoy listening to—or singing along with—the music of the Fab Four. Travel in comfort in an executive vehicle with a separate driver, while an expert guide brings the Beatles’ story to life with fascinating facts and anecdotes. You’ll see the homes where John, Paul and Ringo grew up, the colleges they attended, Matthew Street, the Cavern, and the church where John met Paul—you may even get the chance to step inside and stand on the exact spot. You’ll also visit places that inspired famous songs, including Penny Lane and Strawberry Field. Entry to the Strawberry Field Exhibition is included, where you’ll see John Lennon’s piano, used to write and record Imagine, along with many other Beatles artefacts. CRUISE SHIP! There is a section on the booking asking for cruise ship information if you are not on a ship please ignore or add N/A.

Tour Options

Per Person- Max 15 per tour
  • Luxury Executive Vehicle : We keep our tours to a sensible size- maximum of 15 people. Also available as a private tour -please see options.

Itinerary

5 min

MEETING AT THE TITANIC MEMORIAL TO THE ENGINE ROOM HEROS: You will meet your guide an driver next to this memorial and after a short introduction you will be setting off on your Ticket-To Ride.

15 min

PAUL McCartney's CHILDHOOD HOME: Often referred to as the birthplace of the Beatles' Forthlin Road is the house in which Paul McCartney lived for several years before he rose to fame with the Beatles. The house is now a National Trust property and entry to inside the house can only be arranged directly and separately with the National Trust.

10 min

WOOLTON VILLAGE AND CLUB: Woolton is a historic village dating back to the time of the Domesday book of 1086, and will forever have its place in the Beatles story. Home to St Peter's Church, John Lennon's childhood home, and the grade II listed Woolton Village Club where the Quarryman once played.

25 min

ST PETER'S CHURCH HALL, CHURCH, AND GRAVEYARD: St Peter Church, where John Lennon was a choir boy, Church Hall, and graveyard are a special place for all Beatles fans to see and visit. You will see the church hall where John and Paul famously met for the first time, and you may even get the chance to step inside the hall and stand on the spot where they were first introduced. Your guide will show you around the nearby graveyard, pointing out several gravestones that are rumored to have influenced Beatles songs including famously Eleanor Rigby. (For any Liverpool Football Club fans you can also see the gravestone of Bob Paisley-one of the most successful managers in Liverpool Football Club's history).

15 min

STRAWBERRY FIELD: On this tour, you will visit many iconic locations that inspired Beatles songs, none more so than Strawberry Field which had such an influence on the Beatles and especially on John Lennon in later life. You will have free time to visit the garden where you will see the original and famous red gates, cafe & gift shop. Entry tickets are included on this tour to the Strawberry Field exhibition and garden audio tour where you will have a chance to see John Lennon's Piano and many Beatles artefacts and memorabilia (For any Elvis fans you can also see a display of artefacts and memorabilia on display courtesy of Graceland, Memphis)

Admission included40 min

MUSEUM & EXHIBITION: Entry tickets are included on this tour to the Strawberry Field exhibition and garden audio tour where you will have a chance to see John Lennon's Piano and many Beatles artefacts and memorabilia (For any Elvis fans you can also see a display of artefacts and memorabilia on display courtesy of Graceland, Memphis)

5 min

PENNY LANE BARBER'S SHOP: "In Penny Lane, there is a barber showing photographs". The tour will stop by the barbershop known at the time as Bioletti's was mentioned in the lyrics of the first verse of Penny Lane- and you will have a chance to grab a photograph yourself too.

5 min

JOHN LENNON PEACE STATUE BY LAURA LIAN: A thought-provoking sculpture by the late Laura Lian in 2018, this life-size bronze tribute to John Lennon was first displayed in Glastonbury before traveling around the UK and Europe before finally being installed outside St Barnabas' Church.

15 min

PENNY LANE: Everyone will want to grab a photo with one of the most famous road name signs in Liverpool.

15 min

JOHN LENNON'S CHILDHOOD HOME: The tour will stop outside Mendips, 251 Menlove Avenue, the house where John Lennon lived there with his house-proud Aunt Mimi, in the 1950s, is a memorable experience for all Beatles fans. The house is now a National Trust property and entry to inside the house can only be arranged directly and separately with the National Trust.

15 min

RINGO STAR'S CHILDHOOD HOME AND MURAL: Heading back towards the city centre you will stop and see the home of Ringo Starr who lived at 10 Admiral Grove in Toxteth. Close by you will get a chance to see the impressive mural by John Culshaw that was unveiled in 2022 and covers an entire wall.

5 min

ST BARNABAS WHERE PAUL McCARTNEY WAS A CHOIR BOY: As the tour approaches Penny Lane you will have a chance to see the church of St Barnabas where Paul McCartney was once a choir boy.

10 min

SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES OF THE BEATLES: Hope Street and the surrounding area are rich in Beatles History. Here you will see the grammar school that Paul and George attended and the art college where John and Cynthia Lennon studied. The two grade II listed buildings are now part of Liverpool's Institute of Performing Arts.

LIVERPOOL TOWN HALL: As you drive past the Liverpool Town Hall and Castle Street, hear about the Beatles' connection to this impressive Grade I listed building and its role and its role in their triumphant homecoming and the scene of Beatlemania.

LIVERPOOL ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL: You will pass by the magnificent Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, that the largest cathedral in Britain and the fifth largest in the world, you will hear about its special connection to the Beatles.

Pass by

PHILHARMONIC DINING ROOMS- AS FEATURED IN PAUL McCARTNEY'S CARPOOL KARAOKE: the tour will take you to the area of Liverpool that was the Beatle's earlier stomping grounds. You will see the pub where John Lennon spent many a lunch hour when he should have been in art college and the Philharmonic Dining Rooms – as seen on TV and the location for Paul McCartney’s appearance on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke.

Pass by

A CASE HISTORY SCULPTURE BY JOHN KING: 'A Case History’ is an intriguing and creative sculpture by John King known locally as ‘The Hope Street Suitcases'. Each case is labeled with the person it 'belongs to' with each one having a famous owner from the Liverpool region.

10 min

Share a bench with Eleanor Rigby and grab a selfie.

10 min

BEATLES STATUE BY ANDY EDWARDS: With a chance to grab a selfie with this impressive tribute to the Fab Four. (on the occasions that access to the Beatles Statue is limited we visit some of the alternative statues of the Fab Four in the city for the must have photographs instead)

15 min

MATHEW STREET: When you step onto Mathew Street-you will be truly walking along a musical memory lane. Mathew Street is one of the most famous streets in the world and is synonymous with the Cavern Club and The Beatles. As you walk along you will pass by many tributes to the Beatles including the Fab Four-themed bar Rubber Sole, and see places the Fab Four frequented before and after their concerts including the White Star and The Grapes pubs.

HARD DAYS NIGHT HOTEL: Located in the heart of the Cavern Quarter, you will see the world's only Beatles-inspired Hotel- the Hard Days Night. Housed in the magnificent Grade II listed Central Buildings, dating back to 1884 the hotel is adorned with four life-size sculptures of John, Paul, George, and Ringo on the facade.

10 min

THE CAVERN CLUB: This tour finishes outside at what has become regarded as the birthplace of The Beatles- The Cavern Club. You will hear about the role this famous club has had on musical culture worldwide and have a chance to grab a photo against the backdrop of the Cavern Club.

Highlights

Travelling with friends on another booking and want to sit together? Please let us know.
Tickets to the Strawberry Field Museum & Exhibition
ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP? please let us know-we will send cruise arrival meeting point details.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Small Groups- Maximum 15 people per tour group
Separate Guide and Driver
Executive Transport

What's included

Included
Travelling with friends on another booking and want to sit together? Please let us know.
Tickets to the Strawberry Field Museum & Exhibition
ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP? please let us know-we will send cruise arrival meeting point details.
Air-conditioned vehicle
Small Groups- Maximum 15 people per tour group
Separate Guide and Driver
Executive Transport

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Collapsable Wheel Chair accessible
  • There is minimal walking required on this tour

Reviews(73)

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mrrwilliams1
June 5, 2026
One of the best guided tours we have ever done.

Had a wonder experience with Rob from Purple tours. So full of knowledge and little gems about the Beatles. Well worth doing the tour with them. Their BOH staff were also very helpful and responsive when our booking was cancelled for some unknown reason

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to review this tour, Rob will be delighted with your comments. He is a very good guide and he will be delighted with your comments best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Eric_R
May 27, 2026
Totally Outstanding

guide was more interactive with tourist than any other tour. Played good old Beatle music in the bus. Even got out with us at the end of the tour to show us more get places to shop , eat and Beatle history.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this lovely review. We appreciate the feedback. All our guides are so passionate and love sharing their immense knowledge and we are so grateful that they are part of our team. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Sally_G
May 27, 2026
Our guide, Tracy was good...

Our guide, Tracy was good except hrr voice was not strong enough yo be geard over the crowd and street noise. She didn't wait for the last ppl in the bus to get off before she started talking therefore we had to ask her to repeat herself.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to review this tour we appreciate the feedback as it enables us to improve our service. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Mario_G
May 25, 2026
Fun Beatles tour

Fun tour with great and knowledgeable guide. Lots to see and learn, highly recommend. Guide likes to test your knowledge too. Part of the fun.

Operator response

Thank you for this lovely review so pleased you enjoyed your time with us. We really appreciate the feed back. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Marjorie_S
May 16, 2026
It is the Ultimate Beatles Tour.

Very well deserved granted and congratulations interesting. The coach driver got us close to all of our stops and everyone was able to walk the short distances. The coach was lovely and clean. Easy off and on. We opted to stay in town and walked back to ship after some shopping and eating. About a 15 minute walk. Loved Liverpool. Loved having only 15 people in our tour.

Operator response

Thank you so much for this lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your time with us. We appreciate the feedback. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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REBEKAH_B
May 16, 2026
Awesome venture

Simon was an excellent guide and Rob the driver very careful. A fun and educational morning with history of Liverpool thrown in

Operator response

Simon is a great guide and Rob is an excellent driver. They will be delighted with your comments. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Charles_R
May 16, 2026
Let me take you down, cause I'm going to Stawberry Fields....

I was 16 years old when the Beatles came to America for the Ed Sullivan show -- which changed music as we knew it. The Beatles and had a major influence on our lives in other ways as well. To visit the places were they grew up, to see the things and places that influenced them (and their music) was both exciting and awe-inspiring. Our tour guide gave us a lot of background stories that we will remember for a long time. EXCELLENT tour!

Operator response

This is a lovely review and all our guides are passionate about the Beatles and love retelling the story to people who are passionate too, which you clearly are. When the Beatles stopped at Arhnem on the way to Hamburg they stopped at a memorial that said ..There name will live on for evermore which referred to the brave men who lost there lives in World War Two, however it can also reflect the fact that these 4 brilliant musicians names will live on for evermore. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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Lisa_H
May 16, 2026
Very good tour. Highly...

Very good tour. Highly recommend. We saw their childhood homes and where they met. Also went to Strawberry Field. It was very entertaining and interesting.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to review this tour. So pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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JoelleLee_N
May 12, 2026
Great Tour

Our guide was very informative. He actually met most of the Beatles over the years. The driver was great. Certainly knows his way thru those narrow streets.

Operator response

Thank you for this lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your time with us. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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tracyhF911LU
May 12, 2026
Tracey is the BEST!

We had the most wonderful experience! Tracey was our guide- she was so passionate and knowledgeable the whole experience was amazing! Her talent with singing and her ukulele is next to none and was an additional that out the turnover the top!

Operator response

Thank you for this lovely review. Tracey is a wonderful guide and as you say her musical ability is fantastic. She will be so pleased with your comments. Best wishes LFWT-PurpleTours

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