City Sightseeing Bus Tour

"An interesting and convenient way to visit the main places of interest in Liverpool"

Liverpool is a vibrant and diverse city that boasts a considerable abundance of activities capable of entertaining visitors of all tastes, particularly during the spring and summer months. The iconic M&S Bank Arena hosts star-studded events all year round, the city houses some of the best museums in the country, and you don’t have to worry about a shortage of shopping or dining opportunities. With an endless amount of must-see attractions in Liverpool, are you taking advantage of everything that’s available?

How can you make the most of a day out in Liverpool? One of the best features of the city tour bus is the hop on, hop off service. With this service you pay a single price for a ticket and can embark and disembark at designated stops throughout the day. The bus stops at some of the best locations in Liverpool and is a fantastic transport choice when looking to explore the city.

Whether you love heritage, consider yourself a music guru or have a family to keep entertained, this cultural city has the lot and much more for a wonderful Liverpool day out. With so many attractions to choose from the bus tour is the ideal way to conveniently travel around the city.

Live Tour Guides

The live tour guides are experts on all things Liverpool, and it shows. Our hop on hop off bus tours are lively, fun and informative – and it’s all thanks to them! Whether you know our city or you’re a first-time visitor, we guarantee you will enjoy your time with our tour guides – as well as learning a thing or two.

48 Hour Tickets

We want visitors to Liverpool to get the most out of their tours with us, which is why all our tickets are valid for 48 hours from the time of redemption on our buses. This gives you even more time to discover all the hidden treasures of our city – and no nasty restrictions or rules to spoil the fun!

14 Iconic Stops

From the stunning Albert Dock and the famous St Luke’s Bombed-Out Church to the historic museums of Liverpool and the incredible Chinese Arch, our hop on hop off bus tours ensure you see the finest landmarks Liverpool has to offer! The ‘hop on, hop off’ nature of our tours means that you can peruse these fantastic landmarks at your own leisure and spending time taking it all in!

Hop On Hop Off

One of the best features of our Liverpool tour bus is the hop on hop off service. As our tickets are valid for 24 hours, you can simply board and disembark the bus at several stops throughout the city centre. Just hop on and off at the locations you're most interested in! The freedom is yours to explore Liverpool the way you want.


Further Information (For day of tour)

The buses are accessible for wheelchair users. If you plan to leave the bus at various stop-off points please bear in mind the weather and comfortable shoes for walking should be worn. Buses run every 15 minutes during peak times and every 30 minutes during off-peak. Please see route plan below for times. (Times are approximate depending on traffic and road conditions).

  • 1

    Meeting Point

    This is the start and finish point of the tour. You can visit The Tate Liverpool, The Beatles Story or the Liverpool Wheel. You could also just relax and browse in the many shops, restaurants and bars.

  • 2

    Pier Head

    Hop off and join the ferry! This area also is a World Heritage site which comprises of Liverpool's three most iconic buildings; The Royal Liver Building, the Cunard Building and the Port of Liverpool Building. The whole area has undergone a transformation to include an extension to the Leeds Liverpool Canal and the new Museum of Liverpool.

  • 3

    Liverpool One

    Hop off here to enjoy Liverpool's latest shopping experience with 160 shops to choose from – something for everyone!

  • 4

    Museums & Galleries

    Hop off here to visit the World Museum, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool Central Library or St. Georges Hall which are all now open daily and free to visit.

  • 5

    Queen Square Bus Station

    Hop off here for local bus connections to other parts of the city, especially if you wish to visit Liverpool Football Club or Everton Football Club. This is also the stop nearest to Lime Street Station for all mainline trains to the rest of the UK.

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    Adelphi Hotel

    Hop off here to enjoy tea in what is probably Liverpool’s most famous hotel. This stop is also the nearest to Central Station which is the main station for all local trains.

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    Metropolitan Cathedral

    Hop off and visit the first of the two cathedrals in the city. Built in the 1960's, this is a total contrast to the Anglican Cathedral which is at the other end of the aptly named Hope Street. A must see for all visitors to the city.

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    Philharmonic Pub

    Hop off here and have a look at the Philharmonic Hall which is home to the Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. Alternatively, be daring and have a peek in the Grade 2 listed loo's in the Philharmonic Pub!

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    Anglican Cathedral

    Hop off and visit the Anglican Cathedral - another must see for all visitors! This contains the largest and highest set peal of bells in the world and also the largest musical instrument in the world, which is a huge organ with more than 10,000 pipes! Try going up the tower for magnificent views of the city.

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    St Luke's Bombed Out Church

    Hop off and have a look at St Luke's Church which is now preserved as a lasting monument in the city. You can also use this stop as a start for your exploration of the Chinese Quarter of the city.

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    Chinese Arch

    Hop off here to explore the Chinatown and Ropewalks area of the city. Wander down the long narrow streets, originally laid out for the manufacture of rigging for the sailing ships of the 17th and 18th Centuries, and then visit one of the many excellent Chinese Restaurants in the area.

  • 12

    Cain's Brewery Village

    Cain's Brewery Village is home to the best venues for independent thinkers, makers and innovators.

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    Echo Arena & ACC

    Catch a show at the stunning Echo Arena and ACC conference venue.

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By Train/tube

Trains on the National Rail Network arrive at Liverpool Lime Street Station. There is also a local train network called Merseyrail that travels to / from Central Station. You would then be able to obtain detailed directions using the search facility above.

By bus

There are two main bus terminals in Liverpool. There is the Central Bus Station at Canning Place, Liverpool 1. There is also another terminus at Queens Square by St George's Hall. There is an extensive bus network throughout Liverpool and the 82 bus from the Central Bus Station will travel through the city centre.

By Taxi/cabs

Black cabs are available all over the city and can be flagged at the roadside. You can tell the taxi driver the name of your destination and they will be able to take you there. Their knowledge of streets and venues (especially in the city centre) is extensive and you should not have any difficulty.

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