Liverpool

Liverpool owes its fame to its maritime past and musical heritage, epitomized by the Beatles. Albert Dock brings together converted warehouses now housing museums, including The Beatles Story and Tate Liverpool dedicated to contemporary art. The Cavern Quarter preserves the group's legendary venues, while the Walker Art Gallery and Anglican and Catholic cathedrals complete the cultural offerings. The waterfront and quays bordering the Mersey are perfect for strolls, with views over Birkenhead and the estuary. Nearby, Sefton and Calderstones parks offer green spaces and botanical gardens, and the Wirral hills provide scenic trails overlooking the city and river.