LIverpool Central Library is opposite Liverpool Lime Street Station - look for the tall statue/column of the Duke of Wellington Post Code L3 8EW
Description
I am a local fun professional Blue Badge tour guide and with a small team of local guides we have been showing guests around Liverpool for 8 years. Using a local tour guide will enable you to discover the city and see far more than if you attempted it on your own. You will learn how and why the city has changed in the footsteps of the Beatles and see stunning architecture as you walk through the World Heritage Site to the waterfront alongside the River Mersey.
This private walking tour is superb & free for all children and we also have private car tours available.
There is no better way to discover Liverpool and further afield and we have tours every day of the year.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10 times a day, 9:30 AM–6:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult (ages 16+)
$94
Child (ages 6–15)
$40
Infant (ages 0–5)
Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $188.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 5:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:07 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
The Original Beatles Walking Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Liverpool Central Library
Pass by
This is a stunning modern library attached to the awesome Victorian Round Reading Room and there is a roof terrace
Eleanor Rigby Statue
5 min
Learn about John Lennon meeting Paul McCartney
Mathew Street
15 min
Cavern Wall of Fame, White Star pub, former site of Brian Epstein (the Beatles manager) shop NEMS, four lads who shook the world and the Cilla Black statue.
The Cavern Club
Pass by
Take photos outside the famous Cavern where the Beatles played 292 times in the 1960's
Queen Victoria Monument
Pass by
Learn about Liverpool in the Blitz.
Liverpool Town Hall
Pass by
During the week and subject to access we will visit this 18th century building
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
5 min
Explore this historical area with your local qualified guide
Museum of Liverpool
15 min
Watch a short panoramic Beatles film. There are rest rooms here.
Port of Liverpool Building
Pass by
Liverpool was once the second port of the British Empire and the three splendid buildings on the waterfront are deliberately impressive to show how great Liverpool was when passengers arrive on the ships
Beatles Statue
5 min
Your tour guide will help you take selfies here and explain the legacy left by the fab4
What's included
Included
Local Tour Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
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How it compares in Liverpool
Starting price $94 is 65% above the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Liverpool
Excurgo comparison of 298 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does The Original Beatles Walking Tour take?
The Original Beatles Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
How much does The Original Beatles Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $94 per person for this Liverpool experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $188. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does The Original Beatles Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 6:30 PM.
How much does The Original Beatles Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–15 pay from $40, adults from $94. Infants go free.
Can I cancel The Original Beatles Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Xanadu du Apartments Liverpool Waterfront.
What languages is The Original Beatles Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is The Original Beatles Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Neil Mcdonald.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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estelas368
June 18, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
I already mentioned them and could add many more. The beauty of traveling is discovering places.
Liverpool is a city I reached by train, spectacular, from London, less than 3 hours of travel, seeing how all the countryside is cultivated and passing through very tidy towns. The city is meant to be explored by bus, subway, and especially on foot; I arrived in the first days of June, and the weather was very pleasant, a good time to go. It was an invitation from my son; we were both interested in seeing everything related to the Beatles, the house where John and Paul were born, Strawberry Field, the barber shop, now abandoned on Penny Lane, St. Peter's Church where Eleanor Rigby's grave is, a song that John and Paul composed with her name. The Cavern, the original place, 10 Mathew Street, no longer exists, but there are still several pubs with their music and a lot of activity. On the other hand. The Anglican Cathedral of Liverpool, the largest in the entire United Kingdom, which began construction in 1904 and was completed in 1978, and the longest in the world, is splendid, worthy of being visited. Chinatown, the first to be established in Europe. Walking along the banks of the River Mersey. The World Museum, with free admission, featuring an impressive display of archaeological collections of Egyptian Mummies, among other very interesting rooms. The Tate Museum, which is temporarily located in the Riba North Building, on Mann Island, the central maritime area of Liverpool. In short, Liverpool is very rich and diverse; my way of getting to know it was through a common bus app that takes you everywhere, allowing you to explore the suburbs with those charming little houses all built the same, perfect for walking through their streets. The app for navigating by bus (which is also useful for other cities in Europe) is: CITYMAPPER. What more can I say? It was a beautiful experience.
Operator response
Gracias
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kenhZ3555KC
April 18, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Most enjoyable very well organised a great day.
Neil picked us up from our Hotel and gave us a clear understanding of the tour.
Very knowledgeable and open to questions.
Operator response
I absolutely loved showing you around thanks for a lovely review
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Owen_W
October 3, 2021 · via Viator
Excellent two hour guided walking tour of Liverpool
Our Guide Helen was excellent in every way. Her enthusiasm and local knowledge is superb and she answered all questions which enhanced our experience of Liverpool.
Operator response
thank you for remembering to leave Helen a lovely review she will be delighted
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ruth_M
September 12, 2021 · via Viator
Brilliant!
Patrick was very informative, enthusiastic and a good laugh. He spent longer with us than required and was excellent. Highly recommend.
Operator response
Patrick is superb & I will pass on your lovely review thanks so much Neil
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PTOwner15
July 3, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
First time visit
Very enjoyable tour thanks to Patrick, our guide. Lots of interesting information about the history of the City in general and the Fab Four in particular.
Patrick also made recommendations of other things to do and see which was useful as this was our first time in Liverpool.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Patrick & I split the tours today as we had quite a few people & wanted to keep things in small groups & I took the people on the car tour - I’m delighted you had such a great time Patrick is amazing - he will be delighted with your review thank you Neil
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barbarastuch
June 28, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Beatles and more
A really enjoyable tour even in the rain ! Patrick was knowledgeable , informative and amusing. Would definitely recommend.
Operator response
Thanks so much - Patrick will be delighted he’s lovely isn’t he - thanks again Neil
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Joanne1412
June 2, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Great informative and inclusive tour
Visited Liverpool with my 16yr old son, and booked a tour to get an overview of the city. Helen was an excellent guide, extremely knowledgeable about the history of the city and offered a good mix of humour and history which kept my teenage engaged the whole time. Would definitely recommend for all age groups and a must if your in Liverpool.
Operator response
Thank you Joanne - Helen myself & a few other fun local guides love showing off all our favourite places & Helen us absolutely brilliant - thank you for a lovely review - Neil
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Clsxd12
September 22, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Fun 2 hours on walking tour
Patrick was our guide very informative and enthusiastic about The history of Liverpool & of course the Beatles , highly recommend
Operator response
Thanks so much that’s a lovely review
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Tina_C
August 6, 2020 · via Viator
No show guide
We were there 10 mins early and waited for 20 mins. The guide didn’t turn up and we will be asking for a refund when we get home. Very disappointed.
Operator response
I had a bereavement that morning & that’s the very first tour I’ve missed in 7 years - I had asked another guide to go for me & I was not aware this tour had not proceeded - this will kill my domestic bookings a 1 star review for a tour you never took & im hoping that under the circumstances that you might take the review down - I have of course refunded this & if you are in Liverpool again I will show you around free of charge - Neil
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tonyvanosselaer
February 7, 2020 · via Viator
Splendid Tour around Liverpool
Rob, our guide from Brilliant Tours gave us a splendid tour around Liverpool. Although we were juist two, he took ample time to show us around. He was a ‘Wikipedia ‘ on Liverpool and especially the Beatles, knowing all the small and big stories about them. Took us to the Cavern, Abbey Road...In short : Unforgettable
Operator response
thank you
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