Visiting Liverpool for the FIFAe Next Gen event in August? There’s so much you can get up to right on the doorstep at Exhibition Centre Liverpool!
From famous attractions to the ultimate photo opportunities and places to grab a coffee, we’ve provided some suggestions on things to do in Liverpool for FIFAe Next Gen.
Discover The Beatles on the Waterfront
Liverpool is the hometown of The Beatles, and there are lots of attractions to learn all about the history of the Fab Four.
The Beatles Story is a must-visit attraction for fans and a stone’s throw from The Exhibition Centre. Explore the lives and career of The Beatles through interactive exhibits and memorabilia in the world’s largest exhibition dedicated to the four lads from Liverpool.
A five minute walk away you‘ll find the famous statue of The Beatles on Pier Head, a must visit for the ultimate Liverpool selfie.
Find out more about The Beatles attractions in Liverpool on our dedicated blog here.
Explore The Royal Albert Dock
Stroll around Royal Albert Dock, the largest collection of Grade I buildings in the UK, and discover a wide range of restaurants, shops, museums, and galleries on offer.
Try everything from Spanish tapas at Lunyalita to traditional Neapolitan pizza at Rudy’s, tasty tacos at taqueria Madre and freshly baked pastries and coffee at Rough Handmade amongst so much more! It’s right on your doorstep for when you’ve got a bit of time to explore.
Find out more about the Royal Albert Dock here.
Take in Liverpool Pier Head
Liverpool's iconic Pier Head is not only an incredible photo opportunity but it’s also brimming with cultural attractions. Visit the Museum of Liverpool to learn all about the history and culture of Liverpool, explore the British Music Experience to discover the story of British music from across the decades, and head 15 floors up the Royal Liver Building to go behind-the-scenes on the city’s most iconic building with the RLB360 tour.
If you've got an hour to spare then a trip on the Mersey Ferry is a must. Head on their 50 minute River Explorer Cruise to take in the famous sights of Liverpool's waterfront and Wirral.
Explore Liverpool's Museums and Galleries
Down by the waterfront, The Museum of Liverpool is a great way to spend an hour learning about the history of Liverpool or take a visit to the Maritime Museum and International Slavery Museum at Royal Albert Dock. At the Dock you’ll also find Tate Liverpool, home of contemporary art in the North which is currently undergoing refurbishment but you can find their pop up gallery in collaboration with RIBA North at Mann Island.
Find out what other museums and galleries you can explore across the region here.
Relax in an independent coffee shop
If you’re looking for somewhere to take a break and enjoy a delicious cup of coffee then there are lots of amazing independent coffee shops across the city to pull up a chair and take five.
Moose Coffee - An independent, family-owned institution for breakfast lovers in the city. Moose Coffee is an authentic American-inspired dining experience, offering huge portions of pancakes and house-blend coffee.
The Fab4 Cafe - Evoking the spirit of the 1960s with hints of Abbey Road and Revolver under the Cavern-club style arches, sit back and enjoy a speciality coffee. The Fab4 cafe, a Beatles-themed Fab4 Cafes, is situated at the main exhibition at the Royal Albert Dock and a second cafe at the Mersey Ferry terminal at the Pier Head.
92 Degrees Coffee - With multiple locations across Liverpool, 92 Degrees roasts its own beans for a consistently great cup. It's a popular choice for everything from a quick espresso to a leisurely cappuccino.
Bold Street Coffee - Located on Bold Street, this café is a local favorite. Known for its minimalist vibe and quality brews, Bold Street Coffee offers everything from classic flat whites to expertly crafted brews. It's the perfect place for a relaxed coffee break.
LEAF - For the tea lovers out there, LEAF is a unique, independent tea shop and bar located in the heart of Liverpool's city centre on Bold Street, it aims to bring quality loose-leaf tea to the city in an intimate bohemian space.
Visit the Baltic Triangle
There are so many interesting venues to visit in the Baltic Triangle at a short walk from The Exhibition Centre. Take a break in one of their many bars or street food markets including The Baltic Market, BoxPARK or Golf Fang or pay a visit to ArCains, a five floor arcade!
Theres lots of street art to explore around here too including the famous Liver Birds Wings.
Take a trip to Liverpool ONE
If you’re looking to do a bit of shopping then Liverpool ONE is the place to go. With all your high street favourites including Zara, Office, JD Sports and Pull & Bear, you can shop until you drop and then head for something to eat up on the terrace.
You’ll also find lots of things to do here too including interactive darts at Flight Club, The Upside Down House, Junkyard Golf Club and Gravity MAX entertainment centre.
