Top North West England Arts & Design in 2026

Immerse yourself in a world of illusions with over 65 interactive exhibits. Shrink your siblings in the Ames Room, walk on the ceiling of a tram or test your balance in the Vortex Tunnel. Discover the science behind each illusion with simple explanations as you explore, all within a compact layout that’s easy to navigate in 1–2 hours.

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.

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 in the footsteps of Noel and Liam Gallagher, and discover many of Manchester’s most notable, Oasis-related landmarks, on this walking tour. Led by your guide—an Oasis expert who went to school with the Gallaghers—see their early gig venues, formers homes, the pubs where they hung out, and other landmarks. Along the way, learn insider facts about Manchester’s rich musical history.

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.

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.

The weekly 2-hour walking tour is guided by a local feminist and will lead you around Manchester city centre, combining sight-seeing with information about remarkable women. This is an intersectional feminist tour which means that we will talk about women of all backgrounds including women of colour, working class women queer women and disabled women. Trans-exclusionary radical “feminists” (TERFs) are not welcome on this tour. Trans women are women. This tour is open to feminists of all genders. If you’re an ally, you’re welcome.

Liverpool FC has been shaping English football since 1892. Discover the story of this iconic club with these tickets to the Liverpool Football Club Museum at Anfield Stadium. Explore nine separate spaces; see all the major trophies together for the first time ever; replay the tensions and triumph of the 2024-2025 season; see how the club crest and home shirts evolved; and much, much more.

Get to know Liverpool and discover the home of the Beatles with this hop-on hop-off bus pass valid for 90 minutes. Enjoy unlimited access to two different routes—the Blue Route, which follows a Beatles-themed itinerary, visiting Penny Lane, Strawberry Field and the childhood homes on John Lennon and Paul McCartney; and the Red Route, which stops at city attractions including Royal Albert Dock, the Walker Gallery, the Cavern Club, and Liverpool Cathedral.

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.

Liverpool is known for The Beatles, but their childhood homes and places they celebrated are scattered across town and hard to reach on public transportation. Rather than impersonal coach tours with stilted narration, get one-to-one insights from a local on this private adventure that centers their early years. See all four homes, Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and more, with the option to finish at the Cavern Club and explore independently.

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.

Discover Manchester's captivating secrets through an immersive audio journey that puts you in complete control of your adventure. Unlike conventional tours, this experience reveals exclusive historical insights and hidden stories known only to locals, delivered through expertly crafted narration that brings each location to vivid life. Choose your own path through the city's most compelling attractions, spending as much time as you desire at each site while uncovering fascinating tales that traditional guidebooks miss. The engaging storytelling, combined with crystal-clear audio quality and captivating voices, transforms ordinary sightseeing into an extraordinary personal discovery. Experience Manchester authentically, at your own pace, with privileged access to the stories that shaped this remarkable city.

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. Pause at the Bombed Out Church – a roofless ruin and end at the Anglican Cathedral, one of Britain’s largest. 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. Over 25,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, and this Liverpool audio tour comes with a full refund guarantee. Your city, your walk, your time.

Short on time? This private 2-hour Beatles tour is the perfect way to see Liverpool’s most iconic locations with a local expert guide. Visit Penny Lane, Strawberry Field and step out at the childhood homes for a closer look—while hearing the real stories behind the music. Enjoy a fully private Beatles experience in a comfortable vehicle, ideal for cruise visitors and short stays. Focus on the most important locations without feeling rushed. Travel at your own pace with a dedicated local guide, with time to ask questions and enjoy a more personal connection to the Beatles story. Visit iconic sites including Penny Lane, Strawberry Field and the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, plus additional locations many tours miss. With convenient city centre pickup and a relaxed, tailored approach, this tour is the perfect introduction to The Beatles’ Liverpool.

Explore Liverpool’s musical heritage on this 90-minute Self-Guided walking tour from the Pier Head statues to the legendary Cavern Club. You’ll discover how the River Mersey’s global trade and American "Cunard Yanks" introduced the rock and roll records that shaped the Merseybeat sound. Key Highlights: • Visit the NEMS store site where Brian Epstein discovered the band. • See the White Star pub where the lads collected their performance pay. • Stop at The Grapes, their favorite pre-show drinking spot. • Explore Eric’s, the legendary club that launched 1970s Liverpool icons. • Marvel at the Bluecoat, the city's oldest building and site of Yoko Ono's early performances.

On this self-guided walking tour, follow the spark that lit Manchester’s music revolution: a lone heckler shouting “Judas!” at Bob Dylan inside the Free Trade Hall. Stand outside Arrow Studios, where Joy Division recorded Shadowplay, and hear how producer Martin Hannett once moved a drum kit onto a freezing rooftop chasing the perfect snare sound. Pass the basement beneath a Portland Street clothing factory where The Smiths rehearsed in secret, then head to The Boardwalk, where a teenage Liam Gallagher first took the stage, and where his brother Noel later talked his way into fronting an unknown band called The Rain. The trail ends near the old Haçienda site, where DJ Mike Pickering helped ignite Madchester’s acid house scene. Perfect for music lovers tracing Manchester’s sound from punk to Britpop to rave. Download the VoiceMap app and enter the code from your confirmation email to start touring whenever you’re ready.

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.

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.

Explore the rich history of The Beatles on this private tour through Liverpool, where music legends were born. Visit iconic sites such as Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and the childhood homes of John Lennon and Paul McCartney. Your expert guide will share captivating stories and little-known facts about the Fab Four, providing an immersive experience for both die-hard fans and casual listeners. Enjoy comfortable private transportation as you delve into the cultural heritage of Liverpool alongside fellow music lovers. - Private tour lasting approximately 3.5 hours, designed for your group only - Visit historic Beatles locations including Penny Lane and Strawberry Field - Expert guides provide insider knowledge and engaging narratives - Convenient pickup from your selected location in Liverpool

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.

Journey into the heart of Manchester and get to know some of its distinct and dynamic neighbourhoods. On this GPS-guided walking tour, you’ll be left not only with a collection of interesting stories and a love for the city, but also a Manchester swagger in your step. The tour begins at Manchester Central Library, where you’ll see some striking architecture from the 1800s. From there, you'll see how England’s first industrial city has grown over the years and become a master of reinvention. As you weave your way through the city’s neighbourhoods, you’ll hear about a man who ended up inspiring a cocktail while inventing a drink to replace alcohol, and about the tragedy of computer scientist Alan Turing, who spent a few years in the city. You'll also see an artwork dedicated to a dream about pets, learn how pizza created some of the most desirable housing in the UK, and take in Newton’s Apple Tree, grown from the seeds of the very tree that birthed the theory of gravity.