Posted 5.4.24

1. Cavern Club:

Start where it all began. Dive into this iconic cellar club on Mathew Street where the boys played almost 300 times. Grab a pint, enjoy the live tunes, and feel the history soaking through the bricks.

2. The Beatles Story:

This Albert Dock gem is basically a pilgrimage site. It’s a deep dive into the lives, times, and tunes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo. There’s even a replica of the Cavern Club inside!

3. Magical Mystery Tour:

Hop on the colourful bus and get whisked around key Beatles landmarks – their childhood homes, Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and more. The tour guides are full of fun anecdotes; you’ll leave with stories to last a lifetime.

4. Penny Lane & Strawberry Field:

If tours aren’t your thing, a self-guided pilgrimage to these spots is a must. Stand under the Penny Lane sign, or by the famous Strawberry Field gates, and feel the lyrics come alive.

5. Mendips and 20 Forthlin Road:

These are John and Paul’s childhood homes, respectively. Now managed by the National Trust, stepping inside is like stepping back in time. You can almost hear them penning those early tunes.

6. Casbah Coffee Club:

Less known, but just as vital, this is where The Beatles really got their start, even before the Cavern Club. Owned by Pete Best’s family, it’s a deep dive into their pre-fame days.

7. Beatles Statues at the Pier Head:

Perfect for that obligatory fan selfie, this larger-than-life statue of the Fab Four is a recent addition to the Liverpool waterfront and celebrates the city’s most famous sons.

So, dust off those Beatles albums, throw on your best “Sgt. Pepper” attire and let Liverpool sweep you into a whirlwind of Beatlemania. Peace, love, and rock ‘n’ roll.