Liverpool is one of the most iconic cities in all of the UK, thanks to its rich history, culture and architecture. Of course, it was also home to the Beatles, one of the most influential musical groups in history. While there's plenty to see here on a holiday, many travellers are looking to capture the best aspects of this city with pictures that are perfectly suited for Instagram. Learn all about the 10 most Instagrammable places in Liverpool so you can get all the best shots.
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Royal Liver Building
View one of the city's most famous landmarks
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Read moreThe Royal Liver Building is a Grade I listed building dating back to the early 20th century that utilises reinforced concrete in its construction. Its concrete composition is particularly interesting, as it's one of the first buildings in the world to be built in such a fashion. While you can take a picture in front of it at any time, nighttime shots are particularly appealing. When the sun goes down, the building is floodlit, highlighting its towering splendour. Try to get one of the liver birds in the shot as well to truly capture the majesty of this historic building. You'll find the building a half-mile west of the city centre, by the river.
Location: Canada Blvd, Liverpool L3 1HU, UK
Open: Monday–Friday from 7.45 am to 5.45 pm (closed on weekends)
Phone: +44 (0)1512 364859
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Floral Arch on 60 Hope Street
Check out a famous and alluring restaurant
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The floral arch on 60 Hope Street is a popular spot for photos and is set at the entrance of a delicious local restaurant. It's located within the creative quarter of Liverpool, about 2 miles southeast of the city centre, which is known for its impressive buildings and murals displayed throughout the neighbourhood. The floral arch itself is set up around the doorway and showcases an array of colour that changes depending on the season. One of the most notable designs is one in which the flowers are arranged as the wings of a butterfly on each side of the door.
Location: 60 Hope St, Liverpool L1 9BZ, UK
Phone: +44 (0)1517 076060
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The Beatles Statue
See the statue of the Fab Four
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Read moreThe Beatles statue is one of the most iconic spots in the city, located by the Liverpool Empire Theatre, and showcases life-size statues of all 4 members of The Beatles. They weigh an impressive 1.2 tonnes combined and were crafted by the legendary Andrew Edwards. Get a picture among these statues, and you'll look as if you're walking alongside these musical legends. You may even want to snap a few shots of the intricate details on the statues, like the acorns in John's hand and the L8 on the bottom of Ringo's shoe. The statue is about a 10-minute walk west of the city centre.
Location: Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1BY, UK
Open: 24/7
Phone: +44 (0)1517 091963
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The River Mersey ferry
Take a sunset ferry ride
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Read moreThe Mersey Ferry is a popular ferry service and ideal spot to capture incredible photos of the city and riverfront. Located at Pier Head, the ferry travels between Liverpool to Birkenhead and Wallasey on the Wirral Peninsula via the River Mersey. The historic route has been in use since the 12th century, though the ferry service currently has a fleet of 2 modern ferries: the Royal Iris of the Mersey and Snowdrop. The ferries handle cross-river ferrying and charter cruises. For even more incredible views of the city and a glimpse into the city’s port past, book a sunset cruise.
Location: Pier Head, George Parade, Liverpool L3 1DP, UK
Open: Monday–Friday from 7.20 am to 6.50 pm (closed Saturday–Sunday)
Phone: +44 (0)1513 301003
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The Picton Reading Room
Explore books from floor to ceiling
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Read moreThe Picton Reading Room is a part of the Liverpool Central Library and features a picturesque aesthetic with books from floor to ceiling across multiple levels. The massive scale of the book-lined walls here is impressive, and it's easy to capture in a photo since its alluring nature is evident from just about every angle. Standing in this room, you'll notice just how quiet it is – quiet enough to hear a pin drop. Consider getting a shot of empty chairs alongside any people who may be visiting to get an idea of just how simultaneously populated and empty the room can feel. You'll find it 5 minutes east of the city centre by car.
Location: William Brown St, Liverpool L3 8EW, UK
Open: Monday–Friday from 10 am to 3 pm (closed on weekends)
Phone: +44 (0)1512 333069
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The Sefton Park Palm House
Visit a Victorian glasshouse
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Read moreThe Sefton Park Palm House is a glasshouse settled within a Grade II listed designation and featuring impressive glasswork and domed splendour. The exterior can make for a scenic backdrop, as the glass curves like a bubble over the building and lets the blue hues of the sky shine through. Inside the glasshouse, you'll find a wide variety of vibrant greenery that can make you feel as if you've taken a trip to the tropics. Towering palms make up most of the flora inside, and you'll also find colourful flower arrangements. You'll find it about 4 miles southeast of the city centre.
Location: Sefton Park, Liverpool L17 1AP, UK
Open: Daily from 10 am to 4 pm
Phone: +44 (0)1517 269304
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Bombed Out Church
Explore the ruins of an old church
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Read moreThe bombed-out church, or St Luke's Church, is a ruined church that was damaged in the Liverpool Blitz and features a hauntingly alluring shell that's perfect for scenic shots. The ruins still stand as a memorial to the war and its victims, and it's officially a designated Grade II listed building. While it may appear to be fairly normal from a distance, the damage is easy to notice as you get closer. The roof is almost completely missing, leaving just bits and pieces of its Gothic Revival architecture standing like monuments to the bombings. Be sure to capture one of the remaining stained glass windows depicting a liver bird. The church is about a 2-mile drive southeast of the city centre.
Location: Leece St, Liverpool L1 2TR, UK
Open: Tuesday–Sunday from noon to 10 pm (closed on Mondays)
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The Anglican Cathedral
Visit one of the largest cathedrals in the world
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Read moreLiverpool Cathedral is a massive cathedral built in the Gothic Revival style in the early 20th century and offers extensive opportunities for photos and scenic views. Inside, you'll find a cavernous interior complemented by impressive architecture. While the exterior and interior of the cathedral itself are certainly impressive, they're not the only aspects you can take advantage of for Instagram. The tower is also open to the public. From its peak, you can take panoramic photos of the city and enjoy stunning views in all directions. The cathedral is about a 7-minute drive southeast of the city centre.
Location: St James Mt, Liverpool L1 7AZ, UK
Phone: +44 (0)1517 096271
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Liver Wings
Visit the iconic mural on Jamaica Street
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The Liver Wings is a popular mural painted on a brick wall along Jamaica Street, a half-mile south of the city centre, that depicts 2 massive liver bird wings. These wings make up a massive artwork that reaches nearly halfway up the side of the building. When you visit these wings, you can take a picture of the wings alone, but that's just the beginning. One of the most popular pastimes is to get a picture standing in between them to appear as if the wings are sprouting from the person in the frame.
Location: Jamaica St, Liverpool L1 0AH, UK
Open: 24/7
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Abbey Road Mural
Embody a famous image
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Read moreThe Abbey Road mural is a popular spot for visitors who are looking to emulate the album cover of the iconic Beatles record. The mural itself is quite large, allowing the average person to appear about the same size as The Beatles were on the cover in terms of scale. The white lines of the crosswalk in the album cover and mural are extended out from the wall onto the sidewalk next to it. This allows visitors to mimic the exact spots the Fab Four were in for the ultimate homage picture. You can find the mural about 1.5 miles south of the city centre.
Location: Grafton St, Liverpool L8 5RE, UK
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