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The National Football Museum in Manchester is perfect for football lovers of all ages. We have four floors of galleries and exhibitions to explore. Starting in our Pitch Gallery, you can have your photo taken with our replica Premier League and Women's Super League trophies, as well as temporary exhibitions and workshops. Moving upstairs, the Match Gallery houses our most significant and rare items, including the original 'Laws of the Game', the oldest surviving FA Cup Trophy, the 1966 World Cup match ball and Jules Rimet Trophy & our statue of Lily Parr. The Play Gallery is your chance to have a go at playing the beautiful game, with our interactive games and junior discovery zone. Highlights include the skills zone & shot stopper game. Finally, our Score Gallery is dedicated to our programme of special exhibitions. Please see our website for more details on what's on during your visit.

Join Joe, an Oasis insider who went to school with the Gallagher brothers, on an exclusive Oasis-themed walking tour of Manchester! Whether you're a die-hard Oasis fan or just love Manchester’s rich musical history, this tour promises an unforgettable experience filled with stories, iconic locations, and rare insights. Join the ultimate Oasis Tour in Manchester, where the legendary Britpop band was born! This tour is a must for any Oasis fan! Tour Highlights: Visit legendary Oasis landmarks, including: -The band’s rehearsal space -Gig venues where they performed -Favourite pubs where they hung out -Where the Gallagher brothers lived -Signed Oasis instruments and memorabilia Hear personal stories about Oasis from someone who knew them firsthand! Uncover hidden meanings behind their iconic songs Plenty of photo opportunities at legendary Oasis locations.

Beatles fans visiting Liverpool—this is the tour for you. Instead of exploring the city on foot, set off on a coach tour—the ideal way to cover lots of ground and tick off more Beatles-related sights in less time. During the tour, enjoy regular photo stops—including Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the childhood home of Paul McCartney, and The Cavern Club—where the Beatles performed 292 times.

Minimize time spent waiting to enter with this skip-the-line admission ticket to the Strawberry Field Visitor Experience in Liverpool. Explore the gardens that inspired a young John Lennon and learn more about the site’s unique history, as well as its links to the Fab Four, in the curated exhibition, following a multimedia guide for an immersive experience of this must-see Beatles attraction.

From the place where Liverpool's wealth flowed in at the Albert Dock to the cellar where The Beatles played nearly 300 gigs before the world caught on – this walking tour takes you through the stories Liverpool doesn’t put on postcards. Start at the Royal Albert Dock, and discover the hidden symbolism in the statues there. Walk past the Three Graces where mythical Liver Birds are said to hold the city’s fate, then into the medieval streets that made Liverpool the Second City of the Empire. Stand inside the Bombed Out Church – a roofless ruin and end at the Anglican Cathedral, Britain’s largest, designed by a 22-year-old. Available in 9 languages. Use the app’s map and photos to navigate between stops. No group to wait for, no schedule to follow – pause for a pint, replay a story, or duck into a museum whenever you like.

We only run private tours ensuring you get the absolute best out of the experience. We include a drink at a locals only spot at the end of the tour. As well as the main sites we take you away from the tourist route and show you our Liverpool, the city where we live. We like to think of ourselves more as story tellers than guides.

Quirky Quarter is great for all ages. Visitors can enjoy the experience at their own pace, staying for as long as they like. Staff are on hand, always ready to jump in and help with e.g. taking photos.

Step into Blackpool's most unconventional attraction, the Upside Down House. This interactive experience invites visitors of all ages to explore 13 uniquely themed rooms, where every angle challenges your perception of reality. From a circus-themed room to a playful teen bedroom, each space is designed to create unforgettable photo opportunities. With a vibrant sky-blue exterior and a convenient location near South Pier, this attraction guarantees fun for families, friends, and anyone seeking a quirky adventure. Capture memories that will literally turn your world upside down.

Explore Liverpool at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour that unveils the city’s rich history and cultural significance. This immersive tour features 12 iconic attractions, including the Beatles' legacy at Mathew Street, the majestic Liverpool Cathedral, and other historical tourist attractions. Each attraction is brought to life with expert narration in your chosen language, offering insights into Liverpool's maritime heritage and Victorian grandeur. Whether you linger at the waterfront or delve into the stories behind the renowned Beatles, this tour provides flexible access over six days, making it perfect for adventurers and history enthusiasts alike.

Discover and experience the LFC story from past to the present. State-of-the-art exhibits showcase iconic moments, legendary players and illustrious achievements. From humble origins to one of the world’s most historic and famous football clubs, the reimagined space is a celebration of LFC’s status as English football’s most successful club. Featuring nine new spaces, the museum takes you on a journey through time. Travel through the different spaces with interactive displays to bring the club’s story to life, including a closer look at the evolution of the famous LFC kits, and for the first time all the major trophies have been brought together in one place. The 2024/25 season was one to remember. A year of unity, belief, and brilliance. Now, for the first time, experience it all like never before — in “Champions” , a new immersive exhibition at the LFC Museum. With interactive moments and the Premier League trophy on display, relive the season that made history.

Immerse yourself in the story of the Beatles and other ground-breaking figures at the British Music Experience in Liverpool’s National Museum of Popular Music. Save time with skip-the-line access and explore 70 years of British musical history through video interviews, memorabilia, and interactive areas where you can try your hand at playing some iconic tunes.

Many sites in Liverpool that are related to The Beatles are spread across the city, with many in residential areas that are difficult to reach without a car or local knowledge. This private taxi tour solves that by taking you directly to key locations in a classic cab, with hotel pickup and a flexible route shaped around your interests. Travel easily between Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and the childhood homes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo, while your guide connects the dots with stories about the places behind the music.

Discover Liverpool’s most iconic places, by solving clues and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, reenacting the story of a geocaching fan set on winning the grand prize. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: • Explore Liverpool Town Hall, Anglican Cathedral, Central Library, and lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Visit the world's first skyscraper. • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. • Discover the tomb of William Mackenzie, the Lancashire man who made a deal with the devil. After your booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

Unearth Liverpool’s ghoulish past on an evening walking tour of the city’s most haunted places. After darkness has fallen, meet your guide on the famous Hope Street and set off in search of the restless spirits who are said to roam the city at night, exploring after dark safely in a group. Stroll down one of northern England’s most haunted streets, visit the eerie cemetery at Liverpool Cathedral, and hear blood-curdling stories of Lantern Jaw.

Get access to a secret WW2 bunker under Liverpool city center: the Western Approaches HQ. This fascinating museum is a great way to learn stories about the British Armed Forces during World War II. See preserved artifacts, and find out more about the tools used to monitor enemy convoys. No need to worry about rushing—a self-guided tour means you can explore the museum at your own pace.

Book online to visit LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre in Manchester’s Trafford Palazzo, and step into a world of family fun amid millions of the iconic building blocks. Perfect for rainy days, the attraction is based indoors and features laser rides, a 4D cinema, and a Manchester MINILAND, all designed for children between the ages of three and 10. After you redeem your booking voucher for your ticket, you can spend as long as you want inside.

Attention Beatles fans — this tour is the one you’ve been looking for. Skip the queue at the Liverpool Beatles Museum and access a vast collection of Beatles memorabilia and authentic costumes, instruments and countless treasures. Read letters written by band members, and see exclusive footage of the band performing and practicing. A true insiders look at the most famous rock and roll band in the world.

Follow the footsteps of the Fab Four in Liverpool with this guided Beatles walking tour of the city. A fun experience for those who want to check off sites, the tour includes photo opportunities aplenty along with stories of the band and their lives in Liverpool. The Cavern Club, the Eleanor Rigby statue and Albert Dock are among the highlights.

The hometown of the popular 1960s rock band, Liverpool boasts Beatles landmarks all over the city—but it’s tough finding them if you’re new to town. Make your sightseeing simple, and visit many of Liverpool’s key Beatles landmarks and memorials in one trip, on this private taxi tour. Head straight to sights such as Penny Lane, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and more, all while your driver-guide shares insider stories and history.

Ideal for time-tight travelers, this whistle-stop Liverpool tour saves hours of research time and showcases a shortlist of city landmarks and sights linked to The Beatles. Join a small group and hop aboard a taxi to visit highlights, including a ride past the place where John Lennon was born, and Paul McCartney and George Harrison’s old school. Along the way, the guide enriches the tour with plenty of insider stories and Beatles-related trivia.

Uppermill’s serene valleys hide centuries of ghost stories, unexplained sightings, and chilling local legends. This atmospheric walking tour takes you from the Gothic Civic Hall to canal paths, riversides, and the abandoned Micklehurst railway line, where tales of wandering spirits still linger. Along the way, meet the woman in black, the ghostly policeman at the duck pond, and the mysterious boy in blue. The route ends back at the Civic Hall, where modern encounters hint the supernatural still stirs in Uppermill. **On this 60-minute tour, you’ll also:** • Visit Saddleworth Museum and hear the story of the haunted Victorian cot • Learn about poet Ammon Wrigley • Stand on the haunted Micklehurst line • Hear Rita’s tragic tale at the viaduct • Discover strange events linked to the library’s forbidden book • Pass the former mortuary tied to the Moors Murders • Explore local superstition around witches’ stones • Learn how grief can leave lasting imprints on a place

Enjoy a convenient and cost-effective way to explore many of Liverpool’s highlight attractions when you book the 1-day Liverpool Pass. Upon booking, download the pass to your smartphone, and use for a full day of sightseeing. You’ll receive 25% off a range of popular sights, ranging from the Beatles Story to Anfield Stadium. The pass also offers discounts on a hop-on hop-off bus tour and Mersey River cruise.

Liverpool’s Upside Down House offers a unique photo opportunity for all ages right in the heart of the city. This interactive attraction invites visitors to explore a whimsical world where everything is upside down, enhancing your photography skills and sparking creativity. With its bright red exterior, the house is a striking addition to Liverpool ONE, near popular landmarks. Enjoy 20 minutes of fun in quirky rooms, including a Candy Land and a retro Pac-Man arcade game, all while capturing unforgettable moments with friends and family.