Things to Do in Liverpool

Creative Tourist

Last Updated 7 February 2018

You’ve only to look up: a skyline that’s part of a World Heritage Site, a waterfront that never fails to impress, and Georgian streets that are as graceful as they are grand. It is these architectural cheekbones that, along with the grand sweep of the River Mersey, make Liverpool such a visual treat. There’s plenty of things to do in Liverpool too, with a world-class visual arts offer alongside theatre and great places to eat and drink.

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Exhibitions Until 22 November 2020, FREE

Mikhail Karikis: Ferocious Love at Tate Liverpool

Tate Liverpool reopens this July with a new immersive installation by Mikhail Karikis imagining the possible future of our planet.

Exhibitions Until 30 August 2020, FREE

Chila Kumari Burman at OUTPUT in Liverpool

OUTPUT gallery in Liverpool presents three moving image works by artist Chila Kumari Singh Burman, including a new piece made during lockdown.

Exhibitions 20 March–6 June 2021, FREE

Liverpool Biennial 2021 – The Stomach and the Port

Liverpool Biennial has been rescheduled for 2021 – better late than never we say! We cannot wait to see what they have planned.

Literature Until 31 August 2020, FREE

Virtual Poetry Walk at The Reader in Liverpool

Every Tuesday morning you’re invited to join the Poetry Walk with The Reader in Calderstones Park. Get into the great outdoors and escape the everyday, while exploring poetry and making the most of the beautiful surroundings.

Activity Until 1 December 2020, from £75

Liverpool Beatles Walk and Ticket to Ride Tour

Immerse yourself in the world of John, Paul, George and Ringo as you walk in their footsteps through The Beatles’ home city in this six-hour extravaganza of a walking tour.