Opening back in April 1905, Liverpool Olympia was designed as a purpose-built indoor circus and variety theatre. The venue enjoyed a rich history within the performing arts, hosting numerous theatre and music productions and even housing a cinema and a bingo hall over its 115 year life span. Even The Beatles hit the stage several times in the 1960s.
In 1990, new owners purchased the building and brought it back to life after several years of closure. It now holds a wide range of events including live music, sports and comedy, as well as providing the backdrop to some of your favourite TV shows.
As Beatles-like as a place can get. When entering your hotel room, you are welcomed by A Hard Day's Night. The lobby, the staircase as well as the bars (don't ignore the nice one in the basement) feature loads of pictures of the Fab Four. On some nights, there is also live music.
Rooms are spacious, well-equipped and modern. Above your bed: a huge picture of a Beatles member. Blake's restaurant is also a nice place for dinner, when you want to stay in the hotel.
The hotel is an ideal location for sightseeing around Liverpool. Major spots such as Cavern Club are just around the corner.
British Music Experience is all about popular music, telling the story of British Music via costumes, instruments, performance, and memorabilia from the Beatles and David Bowie to Adele and Oasis. Whatever age you are, and whatever music genre you're into, there is something in here waiting for you.
Have a look at outfits worn by artists such as Freddie Mercury and Dusty Springfield, musical instruments played by the world’s most famous acts like Noel Gallagher or Sex Pistols, or hand written song lyrics from Adele. Maybe you ever wanted to see the original statues from the Brit Awards in live?
If you want to get involved, try learning a musical instrument - there are loads of equipments available, from drum kits and guitars to keyboards. Try your own hand at being a Rock star.
Of course, several dining options available as well as merchandise stores to seduce you browsing a range of gifts, clothing, books, and music memorabilia.
Inside, also visit Rock Star Café - they offer live music during the day.
Penny Lane is in my ears and in my mind... This street is as unobtrusive as famous: Penny Lane. Many Beatles' songs deal about their Liverpool childhood memories. So does this song released in 1967.
Most of the places mentioned in the song are still around, such as the barber's shop, the bus shelter in the middle of the roundabout, the bank, and the fire station. Also around is St Barnabas Church, where Paul was once a choirboy and where his brother Mike got married in May 1982.
As the famous street signs repeatedly had been stolen by fans from all over the world, the city of Liverpool decided to paint some of them on the brick walls instead.
Watch the song's video here.
If you haven't been here before, you surely would expect something else. Strawberry Field is the name of a building in Liverpool neighbourhood of Woolton. The Salvation Army provided a orphanage in here which was opened on 7 July 1936. Originally a huge Victorian mansion, it was demolished and replaced by a smaller building in the early 70s.
During his childhood, John Lennon often came here to play on the site with his friends as it was just a short distance from his Mendips home. In 1967, the place became world-famous when the Beatles' song Strawberry Fields Forever was released.
The children’s home was closed in 2005 with the famous gates been removed to prevent any further damage to them. They were replaced by exact replicas in 2011 - still shining in brightest fire red.
In a city full of vibrant live venues, M&S Bank Arena is the largest one around. Centrally located and therefore easily accessible. It has been host to the big players in music history, whatever genre the acts may be into.
Annual LIMF is a two-days celebration of Liverpool's cultural and musical history. A line-up ranging from Pop to House and much more, in combination with loads of activities, is key to an epic weekend.
One of the most famous live music venues and night clubs in the world. Also birthplace to legendary Beatles. Nowadays, a must-visit when in Liverpool.
Sound City is a festival taking place in different locations throughout Liverpool. It boasts with live music from various genres.
This annual festival is taking places in different venues all over the city of Liverpool. Whether if you are into the Beatles or just a fan of music - you will have a great time around.
Excellent venue boasting with live music. Small, but classy and un-intimidating. The musical range compasses everything from Rock and Indie to Pop and Metal.
Previously a recording studio, now an opulent bar offering great cocktails while listening to live performances on stage.
With a rich history, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic is for music lovers of all genres. Offering a scheduled fully packed of concerts - big ones as well as more intimate ones.
This venue's schedule is fully packed with international top acts as well as local newcomers. Having seen bands from all over the world since years.
A real hot spot when in Liverpool is this live music venue and bar. Also offering great food and mouth-watering cocktails and drinks.
This is the place where music magazine Mersey Beat had its first office space. Today, there's a record store in the basement along with a nice café and a live music venue.
Probably one of the biggest venues in the whole city. Over the years this place has hosted all of the key events on campus as well as in the live music world. Everyone from Queen and Kaiser Chiefs to Greta van Fleet have played here. In addition there is a terrace installed outside the back of the hall.
