Liverpool was an important sea port and the River Mersey was the lifeblood of this lively, friendly city.  But all that history is overshadowed by a 20th century phenomenon - The Beatles.

John, Paul, George and Ringo's roots were in the city and at the historic Albert Docks re-live Beatlemania at The Beatles Story.
From Albert Dock there's also a trip to an unassuming house - 20 Forthlin Road. It doesn't look like anything special but is owned by the National Trust because it's where Paul McCartney used to live.

Elsewhere at Albert Dock is the Maritime Museum, which traces Liverpool's sea-faring history, shops and the art gallery Tate Liverpool.

Also check out the two cathedrals and take a trip on the River Mersey by ferry boat.