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Fantastic Tour
Just like to say a big thank you to Del and Den for a fantastic tour. Del's knowledge of the Beatles was amazing 👏. Five Stars all the way ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $30 / person
- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 13,257 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 53
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
- Meeting point
- Our ticket office is located in Anchor Courtyard at Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock where our colourful coach leaves from. Please arrive 30 minutes before tour departure time to check in. Boarding begins 10 minutes before departure time. No refunds can be given for missed tours.
Description
This is the original and longest running Beatles sightseeing coach tour. Your qualified Beatles guides offer an entertaining informative tour to immerse you in the story of the Beatles. The only tour include Cavern entry for free plus an exclusive postcard souvenir at the end and 15% discount on food in The Cavern Restaurant.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 13 times a day, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $30
- Child (ages 3–15)
- $13
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 4:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:01 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 80 of the next 210 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
10 Admiral Grove
Visit 'Ringoland' the birthplace of The Beatles drummer Ringo Starr. Discover his beginnings and places that feature on his first solo album Sentimental Journey.
Penny Lane
Our first stop on our Beatles tour is Penny Lane. Grab your selfie at one of the most photographed signs in the world which was autographed by Sir Paul McCartney in 2018.
12 Arnold Grove
We visit the birthplace and childhood home of the late-great Beatle George Harrison. Discover the humble beginnings of this musical genius.
St. Peter's Church, Woolton
We travel through the historic village of Woolton Village where John Lennon and Paul McCartney first met on 6th July 1957 at St Peter's Church Fete. Spot the gravestone of Eleanor Rigby en route.
Strawberry Field
Get your photo at the iconic Strawberry Field gates along our route and discover the importance of the place that influenced the Beatles (in particular John Lennon's) songwriting of 'Strawberry Fields Forever'.
Mendips - John Lennon Home
Discover the routes behind the working class hero as we visit the 'not so working class' home that John Lennon grew up in with his Aunt Mimi. Due to the nature of the location, Passengers are unable to get off the coach at this point but the coach stops briefly for on-board photo opportunity .
Take a short walk up Forthlin Road to Paul McCartney's childhood home and the place where countless Beatles practices and songwriting took place. Paul returned to his home in 2018 and surprised our Magical Mystery Tour customers by coming out of the front door! You never know what might happen on a Magical Mystery Tour!
Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Travel down Hope Street where you'll immerse yourself in the story of the place that holds many important places for the Fab Four including LIPA of which Sir Paul McCartney is the lead patron.
Liverpool Cathedral
Experience the majestic Liverpool Cathedral that sits at the top of Duke Street and holds many memories for The Beatles. One of two Cathedrals that Liverpool boasts.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool
The second of Liverpool's two Cathedrals to see on our tour, located at the opposite end of the street to the Liverpool Cathedral. Affectionately named 'Paddy's Wigwam' by locals, it is a sight to behold.
The Cavern Club
Learn about Liverpool's Beatles and city heritage on the way back to the city centre, en route to the final stop - The Cavern Club and Mathew Street. Learn about the historic, iconic live music venue where the Beatles performed 292 times between 1961 and 1963. Your ticket includes free admission to The Cavern Club where you'll find live music performed daily from 11am.
What's included
Included
A free exclusive souvenir postcard to remember your sentimental journey with us.
Translations available at a cost of £2 per booklet from the check in point in many languages.
Entrance into The Cavern Club (does not include during Beatleweek)
15% discount on food when dining at The Cavern Restaurant located on Mathew Street
Not included
Will not include entry to The Cavern Club during Beatleweek festival in August
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
13,257 reviews
How it compares in Liverpool
- The most-reviewed of 299 tours in Liverpool
- Starting price $30 is 48% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Liverpool
Excurgo comparison of 299 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check into our Magical Mystery Tour Ticket Office at the Albert Dock 30 minutes before your tour departure time. Exchange your e-ticket for a boarding card at Magical Mystery Tour Liverpool, Anchor Courtyard, 32 Gower St, Liverpool L3 4AS, UK. TICKETS WILL NOT INCLUDE CAVERN ENTRY DURING INTERNATIONAL BEATLEWEEK FESTIVAL DATES IN AUGUST
- Seating is unreserved; please arrive early to ensure seating together. We will make sure children are able to sit with guardians.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Beatles Magical Mystery Tour take?
Beatles Magical Mystery Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Beatles Magical Mystery Tour cost?
Prices start at $30 per person for this Liverpool experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Beatles Magical Mystery Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 13 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM.
How much does Beatles Magical Mystery Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–15 pay from $13, adults from $30. Infants go free.
Does Beatles Magical Mystery Tour sell out?
It can: 80 of the next 210 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Beatles Magical Mystery Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Our ticket office is located in Anchor Courtyard at Liverpool's Royal Albert Dock where our colourful coach leaves from. Please arrive 30 minutes before tour departure time to check in. Boarding begins 10 minutes before departure time. No refunds can be given for missed tours. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Beatles Magical Mystery Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 53 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Seating is unreserved; please arrive early to ensure seating together. We will make sure children are able to sit with guardians.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(13,257)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Del and Denis absolute legends! 10/10
We had such a lovely time on the magical mystery tour bus . Del and Denis were absolutely lovely. We saw all the Beatles childhood homes as-well as learning interesting facts along with seeing many locations that inspired there songs .
Y
Amazing, I would recommend!
It was absolutely amazing, Del was our tour guide and was extremely friendly and informative. I found the tour so interesting, and a perfect length.
L
Beatlemania!!
This is a great tour if you want to see important places in Beatle history. Our tour guide Del had lots of interesting stories to share. Den, the bus driver got us close to the important sites. Del took pictures of each group at Penny Lane and Strawberry Field. And of course the playlist for the ride was all Beatles. The tour includes admission to the Cavern Club and discounts at the Cavern Restaurant.
H
Great day out
Excellent tour really enjoyed our guide who made it all interesting and come to life
R
Seattle Family Group
Robin and driver did an amazing job! Robin spoke and narrated really really well. We had a wonderful!
D
A magical amazing experience.
Del and Den were absolute legends and made the whole trip special paying proper homage to the Beatles. 10/10 Del is a great guy and had us laughing the whole time.
J
It was great with Del and Denis
Fabulous I really enjoyed the whole tour and very friendly
S
Great experience
Del was brilliant, very informative and enjoyable. Dennis drove brilliantly.
C
Excellent. Loved the music and experience
Great tour guide Robyn. Very enthusiastic and insightful. Loved her story telling
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