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The City

Liverpool started as a tidal pool next to the Mersey. Its expansion was largely brought about by the city's status as a major port, which was founded by King John in 1207.
Liverpool was made a city in 1880, and by 1901 the population had reached 685,000. By mid 20th century much of the city's traditional industries went into decline. In the 1960's it was the centre of the 'Merseybeat' sound, which became synonymous with The Beatles - and tourism began to flourish!

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Curious About Logo 2 What gives Liverpool its unique character? What people and events have shaped its personality? Why do people love to visit? Take our fabulous walks of discovery, and have fun finding answers to clues which tell you more, whilst reading our stories about the most interesting facts.
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First Walk

Town Hall to Albert Dock
Starting at one of Britain's finest
surviving Town Halls this route
moves quickly along ancient streets,
past the parish church with delightful gardens, and down to the River Mersey.
Here you can feel Liverpool's heritage.
The wide river with boats plying their trade on one side, and the magnificent splendour
of early 20th century buildings on the other
(1.25 miles).

Walk Extension

Albert Dock Circular
Starting at its northern entrance this walk circles the impressively restored Albert Dock. Along the way you can browse in shops, or stop for a drink or bite to eat, and enjoy The Beatles Story, or visit a museum. Marvel at Liverpool's maritime heritage which is laid out before you, and stop a while to watch the ferries, or further afield to the Welsh hills in the distance. End your journey at the Bridge at Salthouse Quay - definitely not a bridge too far! (0.8 miles)

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Or try Liverpool 2 (Two Cathedrals) or Liverpool 3 (Music & Culture)

All Locations

We're developing walks in new locations all the time. Click on a booklet above, or see all our current locations on a map of the UK.