Your Perfect Summer Day Out Starts Here
Looking for things to do in Liverpool this summer?
Discover Britain’s largest cathedral and enjoy a memorable day out filled with breathtaking views, fascinating tours, delicious food, and family-friendly experiences.
Whether you’re visiting Liverpool for the first time, planning a family day out, or looking to uncover hidden stories from the city’s past, Liverpool Cathedral has something for everyone.
Summer Savings
From 25 June to 1 September, we’re passing on savings resulting from the Government’s reduced 5% VAT rate on children’s meals and family leisure activities.
Visitors can enjoy discounted prices on:
✔ Cathedral Tower Experience tickets
✔ Guided Tours
✔ Children’s meals at The Welsford Bistro
Making summer adventures even better value for families exploring Liverpool.
Experience Liverpool from New Heights
Cathedral Tower Experience
Standing 152 metres above sea level, the Liverpool Cathedral Tower offers some of the most spectacular views in the city.
Take in breathtaking panoramic views across Liverpool, the River Mersey, North Wales, and beyond. Along the way, you’ll also get a unique glimpse inside the bell chamber, home to the world’s highest and heaviest peal of bells.
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, the Tower Experience is one of Liverpool’s must-see attractions.
Discover the Hidden Stories of Liverpool Cathedral
Guided Tours
Step beyond the main Cathedral floor and uncover the remarkable history, architecture, and heritage of this iconic building.
Choose from a range of guided experiences, including:
Led by our knowledgeable guides, each tour offers a fascinating insight into one of Liverpool’s most treasured landmarks.
Refuel at The Welsford Bistro
After exploring, take a well-earned break at The Welsford Bistro.
Enjoy freshly prepared breakfasts and lunches, homemade cakes, seasonal drinks, and what many consider to be one of the best bowls of Scouse in Liverpool.
Why not cool down with an iced latte or matcha and relax in the beautiful surroundings of the Cathedral?
With discounted children’s meals available throughout the summer promotion, it’s the perfect stop for families.
A Great Day Out for the Whole Family
Liverpool Cathedral welcomes visitors of all ages.
✔ Family-friendly
✔ Dog-friendly
✔ Free entry to the Cathedral
✔ One of Liverpool’s most iconic landmarks
From discovering hidden spaces and climbing the Tower to enjoying lunch with family and friends, there’s plenty to enjoy throughout the summer holidays.
Plan Your Visit
Located in the heart of Liverpool, Liverpool Cathedral is one of the city’s most popular visitor attractions and welcomes thousands of visitors every year.
Whether you’re planning a day trip, a family outing, or simply looking for something different to do this summer, we look forward to welcoming you.
Enhance your visit on Bloomberg Connects
Make Liverpool Cathedral Part of Your Summer Adventure
Book your Tower Experience
Explore our Guided Tours
Visit The Welsford Bistro
Frequently asked questions
You’ll be able to explore most areas of our building, but we are a living church, so from time to time certain areas of the cathedral may be inaccessible to visitors.
If you need any assistance during your visit please contact our Visitor Services Team on 0151 702 7284 or email: welcome@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk
Find more information on our accessibility pages.
You will be able to light a candle in the Main Space. You will find several candle pricket stands at various places around the Cathedral.
- Yes, our toilet facilities are open
- Please sanitise your hands, before going into and on your way out of the toilet facilities
- Please be patient, kind and responsible.
Tickets are:
- Standard £8 (£7 from 25th June-1st September because of the Government’s reduced VAT for summer)
- Concession £6.50 (£5.69 from 25th June-1st September because of the Government’s reduced VAT for summer)
- Family £22.50 (2 adults, up to 3 children) (£19.69 from 25th June-1st September because of the Government’s reduced VAT for summer)
- They are available from the Cathedral Shop or in advance online.
Please note: if you have asthma, other chest conditions, heart problems, or are pregnant, please think carefully before deciding whether to climb such a large number of stairs. There are no external views of the city available at the intermediary levels. For Health & Safety reasons it is not possible to allow the public into the Tower whenever the bells are being rung.
Like many other organisations in the city and beyond, we’re facing an uncertain future. We have a huge shortfall as we lost nearly all of our revenue over the pandemic.
The Government doesn’t fund us. The main way the national church supports us is through salaries for our clergy. Your donations are especially needed and welcome to help keep entry to Liverpool Cathedral free to visitors. It will help preserve your heritage for generations to come.
Yes, we are dog friendly!