About Activity
A must for all Beatles fans, this Ultimate Ticket-To-Ride is packed full of iconic locations. On this half-day tour, you will have time to stop for photos & along the way enjoy listening (or singing!) to the music of the fab four. With a maximum of 15 people per tour & in the comfort of an executive vehicle, this tour runs with a separate driver & is led by an expert guide who is highly knowledgeable and passionate about the Beatles. They will bring to life the story of the Fab Four with interesting stories & facts as you retrace the steps of the Beatles. You will see all four childhood homes, colleges they attended, Mathew Street, the Cavern & the Church where they first met-you may even get a chance to step inside & stand on the spot where John met Paul. Visiting areas of the city that inspired many songs including Penny Lane & Strawberry Field where, included in this tour is entry to the exhibition where amongst many Beatle artefacts you will see John Lennon's imagine piano.
Includes
- Strawberry Field Exhibition & Garden audio tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Small Groups- Maximum 15 people per tour group
- Separate Guide and Driver
- Executive Transport
Departure Point
- Disembark the ship into the cruise terminal white arrivals building look for our team-wearing purple & holding a sign for "Purple Tours-Liverpool Famous Walking Tours". Please meet us 10-15 minutes before the tour time in the white arrivals building. If you are not on a cruise please contact us.
Return
- Disembark the ship into the cruise terminal white arrivals building look for our team-wearing purple & holding a sign for "Purple Tours-Liverpool Famous Walking Tours". Please meet us 10-15 minutes before the tour time in the white arrivals building. If you are not on a cruise please contact us.
Stop At: CRUISE TERMINAL: You will meet your guide in the Liverpool Cruise Welcome area and after an introduction will escort you to meet your driver and join your executive transport for the excursion.
Stop At: PAUL McCARTNEY'S CHILDHOOD HOME: Often referred to as the birthplace of the Beatles' Forthlin Road is the house in which Paul McCartney lived for several years before he rose to fame with the Beatles. The house is now a National Trust property and entry tickets to inside the house are not included in this tour and can only be arranged directly with the National Trust.
Stop At: St. Peter's Church, Woolton ST PETER'S CHURCH HALL, CHURCH AND GRAVEYARD: St Peters Church, where John Lennon was a choir boy, Church Hall and graveyard are a special place for all Beatle's fans to see and visit. You will see the church hall where John and Paul famously met for the first time, and you may even get the chance to step inside the hall and stand on the spot where they were first introduced. Your guide will show you around the nearby graveyard, pointing out several gravestones that are rumoured to have influenced Beatles songs including famously Eleanor Rigby. (For any Liverpool Football Club fans you can also see the gravestone of Bob Paisley-one of the most successful manager in Liverpool Football Club's history).
Stop At: Woolton Village WOOLTON VILLAGE AND CLUB: Woolton is an historic village dating back to the time of the Domesday book of 1086, will be forever has its place in the Beatles story. Home to St Peter's Church, John Lennon's childhood home and the grade II listed Woolton Village Club where the Quarryman once played.
Stop At: JOHN LENNON'S CHILDHOOD HOME: The tour will stop outside Mendips, 251 Menlove Avenue, the house where John Lennon lived there with his house-proud Aunt Mimi, in the 1950s, is a memorable experience for all Beatles fans. The house is now a National Trust property and is not part of this tour- this can only be arranged directly with the National Trust.
Stop At: Strawberry Field STRAWBERRY FIELD: On this tour you will visit many iconic locations that inspired Beatles songs, none more so than Strawberry Field that had such an influence on the Beatles and especially on John Lennon in later life. You will have free time to visit the garden where you will see the original and famous red gates, cafe & gift shop.
Stop At: Strawberry Field Admission Ticket:
Tickets are included MUSEUM & EXHIBITION: Entry tickets are included on this tour to the Strawberry Field exhibition and garden audio tour where you will have a chance to see John Lennon's Piano and many Beatles artefacts and memorabilia (For any Elvis fans you can also see a display of artefacts and memorabilia on display courtesy of Graceland, Memphis)
Stop At: St Barnabas Penny Lane ST BARNABAS WHERE PAUL McCARTNEY WAS A CHOIR BOY: As the tour approaches Penny Lane you will have chance to see the church of St Barnabas and where Paul McCartney was once a choir boy.
Stop At: PENNY LANE BARBER'S SHOP: "In Penny Lane there is a barber showing photographs".. The tour will stop by the barbers shop know at the time as Bioletti's was mentioned in the lyrics of the first verse of Penny Lane- and your will have chance to grab a photograph yourself too .
Stop At: Penny Lane JOHN LENNON PEACE STATUE BY LAURA LIAN: A though-provoking sculpture by the late Laura Lian in 2018, this life-size bronze tribute to John Lennon was first displayed in Glastonbury before travelling around the UK and Europe before finally being installed outside St Barnabas' Church.
Stop At: Penny Lane PENNY LANE: Everyone will want to grab a photo with one of the most famous road name signs in Liverpool.
Stop At: The Philharmonic Dining Rooms PHILHARMONIC DINING ROOMS- AS FEATURED IN PAUL McCARTNEY'S CAR POOL KARAOKE:. tour will take you to the area of Liverpool that was the Beatles earlier stomping grounds. You will see the pub where John Lennon spent many a lunch hour when he should have been in art college and the Philharmonic Dining Rooms – as seen on TV and the location for Paul McCartney’s appearance on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke.
Stop At: 10 Admiral Grove RINGO STAR'S CHILDHOOD HOME AND MURAL: Heading back towards the city centre you will see the home of Ringo Starr who lived at 10 Admiral Grove in Toxteth. Close by you will get chance to see the impressive mural by John Culshaw that was unveiled in 2022 and covers an entire wall.
Stop At: Liverpool Cathedral LIVERPOOL ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL: You will pass by the magnificent Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, that the largest cathedral in Britain and the fifth largest in the world, you will hear about its special connection to the Beatles.
Stop At: A Case History A CASE HISTORY SCULPTURE BY JOHN KING: 'A Case History’ is an intriguing and creative sculpture by John King and known locally as ‘The Hope Street Suitcases'. Each case is labelled with the person it 'belongs to' with each one having a famous owner from the Liverpool region- can you find the Beatle's cases?
Stop At: Liverpool Institute For Performing Arts SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES OF THE BEATLES: Hope Street and the surrounding area is rich Beatles History. Here you will see the grammar school that Paul and George attended, and the art college where John and Cynthia Lennon studied. The two grade II listed buildings are now part of Liverpool's Institute of Performing Arts.
Stop At: HARD DAYS NIGHT HOTEL: Located in the heart of the Cavern Quarter, you will see the world's only Beatles inspired Hotel- the Hard Days Night. Housed in the magnificent Grade II listed Central Buildings, dating back to 1884 the hotel is adorned with four life-size sculptures of John, Paul, George and Ringo on the facade.
Stop At: Liverpool Town Hall LIVERPOOL TOWN HALL: As you drive past the Liverpool Town Hall and Castle Street, hear about Beatles connection to this impressive Grade I listed building and its role and its role in their triumphant homecoming and the scene of Beatlemania.
Stop At: Mathew Street MATHEW STREET: When you step onto Mathew Street-you will be truly walking along a musical memory lane. Mathew Street is one of the most famous streets in the world, and is synonymous with the Cavern Club and The Beatles. As you walk along you will pass by many tributes to the Beatles including the Fab Four themed bar Rubber Sole, and see places the Fab Four frequented before and after their concerts including the White Star and The Grapes pubs.You can opt to make your own way back to the Cruise Terminal, with time to enjoy the Cavern Quarter, take in some shopping and see the Beatles Statue on the Waterfront along the way or rejoin the transport to be transferred back to the terminal.
Stop At: The Cavern Club THE CAVERN CLUB: This tour finishes outside at what has become regarded as the birthplace of The Beatles- The Cavern Club. You will hear about the role this famous club has had on musical culture world-wide and have chance to grab a photo against the backdrop of the Cavern Club. You can opt to jump back on the transport and be taken back to the to Cruise Terminal or have time to explore a little more in your own and then make your own way back to the Cruise Terminal on the Waterfront which is 10-15 minute walk.
Stop At: Beatles Statue BEATLES STATUE BY ANDY EDWARDS: If you have chosen to stay on the transport after your visit to Mathew Street, your final stop before being returned to the cruise terminal is the Beatles statue by Andy Edwards. With chance to grab a selfie with this impressive tribute to the Fab Four that is set against the background of the Three Graces buildings including the Liver Building. On some occasions access to this statue is limited and instead we visit alternative statues on Mathew Street.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Public transportation options are available nearby Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Suitable for all physical fitness levels Collapsable Wheel Chair accessible There is minimal walking required on this tour NOT ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP?ARRIVING ON A CRUISE SHIP? Please Let Us Know at least 48 hours before the date of your tour via Viator/TripAdvisor messages or What's App Travelling with friends on another booking and want to sit together? Please let us know. Operated by Purple Tours (Inc. Liverpool Famous Walking Tours) For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
All things John, Paul, George and RingoF5396YGkeithm
Our guide from Purple Tours was Paul. He was absolutely wonderful. Paul was a treasure trove of Beatles information. The tour was a little over 4 hours but the time flew by and we were left wanting more. From standing on the spot where John and Paul first met- to seeing the homes they grew up in, walking down Penny Lane, standing outside the Cavern , and seeing Strawberry Field. I highly recommend this tour
Better than I expected!D4780QTmelissaz
My father and I learned so much on the tour! Paul was absolutely wonderful and has such a way of storytelling! It’s a 4 hr tour that flew by because Paul made it fun! He truly loves what he does. Thank you Melissa from CT
Beatles tourstevesD9445UN
It was a great tour. Simon was wonderful. He really is well versed in everything Beatles. Loved the tour!
Sep 19, 2026, 12:14:56 PM Purple tour company met us ship side. Mike was our tour guide . He did a fantastic job! Very knowledgeable about Liverpool and the Beatles. Augmented the tour stops with actual photos from back in the day. This tour is a must!!!
Sep 16, 2026, 10:11:58 AM Our guide (Mike) did an excellent job with explaining all of the great stories of the Beatles in their early years......it's amazing to see where they came from to what they became....
Very knowledgeable, personable and entertaining, John is clearly a pro at small group Beatles tours. We loved the more intimate environment of a small group - no big motorcoach could see and experience what we did. Small coach (15 passenger) was clean and new, making the tour all the more enjoyable.
Terrific Beatles TimeSandra_H
I enjoyed the entire day. I learned so much about the Beatles. Paul told great stories to make each stop more interesting.
Paul knows his stuff - very well informed!Vernon_W
Our guide was Paul and we were in the McCartney group. Great way to start a Beatles tour! Got to see the childhood homes of all but George (too far away). Spent just the right amount of time at each location including Strawberry Field, Penny Lane, Rigby and Mc Kenzie cemetary plots, childhood church of meet-ups, etc. Cavern area also very interesting and well explained. We actually VISITED these areas while we saw many other tours simply drive by for photostops from inside the vehicle. Paul was very informative and shared many unknown details while allowing us to listen to some of the hits associated with the details being shared. Excellent tour!! Well worth the money. Thank you!!!
Sep 10, 2026, 10:59:31 PM Nice tour to get Beatles highlights and see the city. It was a bit rushed at times and it actually ran over a bit.
Beatles—-the Early Days.Carmen_C
An excellent tour of all things Beatles with considerable privileged access to key locations. Our guide, Paul, had a deep knowledge of the Fab Four and the history of rock music in both the UK and US.
Highest possible recommendation
Was the best tour we have been on. Kitty_H
The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, energetic, and entertaining. Phil is a wonderful storyteller.
The Best Beatle Tour of LiverpoolChristine_O
It is a fantastic tour and being for small groups enables you to get to side streets etc that the big coaches aren’t able to. Our guide Phil, was an absolute gem, with so much knowledge and a great sense of humour. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Liverpool
Our guide was fantastic....Dcorcoran12
Our guide was fantastic. He had great knowledge of all the places we stopped at. Small group was so nice, easy on and off a very comfortable mini van.
Phil, the tour guide, was engaging and knowledgeable, making the tour memorable. This is a small-group tour with a combination of walking and a luxury van experience. He shared so many stories about how the Beatles were meant to be together. Did you know each member's childhood homes are close to each other? We learned so much about the Beatles after spending hours with Phil. Each stop was given enough time to take pictures and for Phil to share the behind-the-scenes stories. We were intrigued by Phil's stories. Highly recommend this tour for Beatles fans and those new to learning about the Beatles. Hopefully, you may be lucky to have Phil as your tour guide!
Mike was an absolute gem of a tour guide. He had so much knowledge of the Beatles lore and history in Liverpool and beyond. A+
One great tour! Our guide Tracey was phenomenal! A walking encyclopedia of knowledge about the Beatles! She was charismatic, personable, patient and even sang us Beatle songs! One fantastic tour guide! We hit all of the important stops and then some! This tour does not disappoint!
Best tour ever! Katherine_S
Our guide Mike made this the best small-group tour we've ever taken. He is a storyteller and made the Beatles come to life! I'm motivated to listen to more Beatles music after hearing the stories that inspired the songs. Beautiful!
Best tour we have ever takenStanley_S
My wife and I have taken several Viator trips and with the exception of the one we took in Helsinki, they have all been excellent. This tour however went well beyond excellent. The tour with Simon was absolutely OUTSTANDING. His subject matter knowledge, prepared slides and photos combined with this excitement, enthusiasm and wonderful sense of humor is beyond compare. I would HIGHLY recommend this tour to anyone and, if you are fortunate enough to get SIMON as your guide you are in for a "Day to Rember". Not only was the tour outstanding we requested and received a wonderful follow up email form Simon with copies of rare Beatles photos and historical details. I cannot speak more highly on a tour and tour guide. Thank you, Simon.
Stan & Jean Synkoski
Aug 25, 2026, 10:54:02 AM Our guide Simone was perfect. He kept the group together, very knowledgeable and kept everyone engaged.
I don't member the drivers name, but he was very polite and I felt very safe.
Beatles “ticket to ride” TourArlyn_L
This was an excellent tour done with purple tours!
I think we had the best one because of our guide, Simon. I can’t say enough about the tour. Simon provided music and pictures at the stops and had a wonderful knowledge of all Beatles trivia. My husband thought he could stump him but alas Simon shown through! Would recommend highly!
Stellar Tour. A must doBrian_C
Outstanding tour. I can’t recommend it enough.
Dave was thoroughly knowledgeable in all aspects of this tour. What a memorable ride down music history
If you love the Beatles, you’ll love this tour!Debra_Z
Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable,
Enthusiastic and entertaining. We felt like we were shown places and given insight that most people wouldn’t know about. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who is a Beatles fan .
Beatle fan gets to see where it all beganPatricia_B
We had a wonderful time. Dave gave us lots of info but also responded when we had something to share. The stops were all great
Aug 11, 2026, 10:34:17 AM Don't have to be a Beatles fan to enjoy. Tracy our guide was fabulous. Small tour group on a comfortable coach was nice.
Fantastic day in Liverpool mari_s
Aug 11, 2026, 10:08:25 AM We had a fantastic time with Tracey. She is such a talent and knowledgeable guide. We would recommend this tour to anyone that wants to have a fantastic time in Liverpool.
Great Beatles experience! Our tour guide Tracey was knowledgable and she entertained us with songs while playing her ukulele! A fun day in Liverpool! Highly recommend
Best Beatles tour harriet_c
Aug 10, 2026, 11:53:26 AM Excellent tour. Phil was wonderful- extremely knowledgeable and very funny. Visited childhood homes and places referenced in songs. Highly recommend.
Tracy was the Stardouglas_B
My wife Shirley and I had an amazing time on our trip Tracy did such an amazing time her Knowledge and Skills made the Excursion even better I would recommend this to anybody that likes the Beatles and specifically ask for Tracy she took time to answer every question you had and gave you more knowledge than you were expecting we just appreciate that we almost felt like we were the only ones there yet they were at least 12 people again such a great Excursion
I had a fantastic time on this tour with Simon. He was very knowledgeable about the Beatles. He was very accommodating and answered all the questions.
Best tour ever!!!330sheriw
Best tour we have ever been on!! Tim was so funny and knew everything about everybody!!! He was just awesome! Got us into unexpected places and went an hour longer with an added walking tour!!
A tour guide with an act!curiouseorge
We had an excellent tour. Our guide Tracey was knowledgeable, funny, and talented!
Tracey’s secret weapon was her ukulele!
She explained where the lyrics for a couple of songs originated.. then played them on her ukulele!
We also want to give credit to our driver Dan. He was professional from the word go! He was able to navigate the bus through some pretty tough situations with ease, we felt safe and secure with Dan.
This was a great tour. It's perfect for someone that can't walk long distances all at once. Our group only had 10 people and the small coach was very pleasant - space & air conditioning. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and we even got to see the inside of the church where John & George actually met. I would really recommend this tour for anyone even the biggest Beatles fan!
The perfect Beatles tourKarenStrack_J
Jul 15, 2026, 12:02:37 PM This was the perfect tour for us. Only six people plus our guide, and our driver. We had a spotlessly, clean, air-conditioned van, and plenty of bottled water. The tour lasted four hours, but every minute was entertaining and educational.
I booked this tour for a group of eight, and although I am not a Beatles fan, I found this to be the best excursion of our 12-day cruise. This was primarily because of our guide Paul! His passion for the Beatles and the stories, so many are unaware of, gave me a whole new appreciation for the group. Paul was very accommodating and kept everyone interested. We were on a very comfortable bus, and Bob, our driver, kept us safe in some crazy, tight traffic and streets. If you book this tour, you need to ask for Paul! There can't be anyone who can provide this tour with the passion he delivers. Thanks, Paul!
The Passion of Paul!DUKELOGAN
I booked this tour for a group of eight, and although I am not a Beatles fan, I found this to be the best excursion of our 12-day cruise. This was primarily because of our guide Paul! His passion for the Beatles and the stories, so many are unaware of, gave me a whole new appreciation for the group. Paul was very accommodating and kept everyone interested. We were on a very comfortable bus, and Bob, our driver, kept us safe in some crazy, tight traffic and streets. If you book this tour, you need to ask for Paul! There can't be anyone who can provide this tour with the passion he delivers. Thanks, Paul!
So interesting; I learnt a lot!T9825WZtims
Absolutely wonderful experience; informative, interesting and wonderfully narrated by Tracey via voice and musically accompanied song! It was exciting to see the childhood homes of three out of the Fab Four; to see their very pleasant neighbourhoods and to put the group’s formation into a chronological timeline perspective! The entire trip was very efficiently managed by Tracey and driver Peter! Bravo!
The BEST Beatles Tour!!!Dereama_R
We have taken other Beatles tours when in Liverpool but this was the best by far. Paul was a wonderful guide, very engaging and the back stories he told us were incredibly interesting and fun. At the various points of interest, we didn’t just stop, but were able to leave the bus and had plenty of time for photos and fun facts! It includes entry into Strawberry Field which we had not done before. Thanks so much for such a great day and experience!! Rick, Dereama, Jason and Stephanie from NC
Great tour! Highly...BethA_C
Great tour! Highly recommend !!! Great tour guy, a ton of knowledge and great sing a longs in the bus :)
A day with the Beatles.Reginald_B
Jun 18, 2026, 11:31:44 AM Roy, the guide and Mike, the driver were terrific. They worked in tandem to give us a great experience. Roy not only gave us the history but followed up with extra information that helped to connect us more with the time and adventure of the Beatles story.
Very informational about...Dave_T
Very informational about the early years of the Beatles legacy. You realize that were from the same "neighbor hood"
A Must Tour For Beatle FansAlan_W
If you are a Beatles fan, this shore excursion is a must tour. We got to go to see the childhood homes of the Beatles members; viewed their childhood homes; visited Strawberry Hills; walked along the streets of Penny Kane and visited the original Cavern Club site. Tracey, our tour guide provided entertaining and informative narratives during the tour.
If you are lucky enough to get Simon X you will have a wonderful time. He was hugely knowledgeable and made the trip very enjoyable.
Highly recommended christina_s
May 31, 2026, 12:55:24 PM Great tour! We learned all about the early years of the Beatles. Phil had lots of insights and stories that he’d learned from people who were actually in Liverpool in their early days
Liverpool UK Beatles tourGregory_S
The experience was perfect. The only issue was with the van that we rode in. The air conditioning in the back of the van didn’t work well. It was a very hot day in Liverpool. Secondly, there was a lot of feedback from the microphone during the tour. It can be ear piercing in a van. The tour itself was incredible! Our guide Paul was knowledgeable and friendly. I’d do this tour again in a heartbeat!
Our tour guide Paul with...Susan_A
Our tour guide Paul with purple walking tours was incredible! He had so much passion and knowledge of the Beatles history from their childhood and touring years. Paul had so many historical stories and details at every stop. Highly recommend Paul and this great tour. I’m on a 13 day cruise and this has been the highlight of my trip!!! Thank you for a great day Paul!
Beatles Experience Paul_P
The driver was excellent.The tour guide was excellent.He went above and beyond our expectations.He used Beatles music to enhance the tour.Also he used B & W photos to show and tell their history.The most unique insight was behind the scenes stories that most Beatle fans don’t know. We will always remember this tour.Lastly I would hire him in a heartbeat.
Great experience! Lots...Nancy_L
Great experience! Lots of information provided about the Beatles. Our guide Paul was fantastic. He told us lots of not well known facts about the Beatles. The small group tour was the best.
Take this tour and ask for Tracy!!!Mary_D
Tracy was an exceptional guide. She had so much knowledge of the Beatles. She shared photos and told so many fabulous stories. She gave us amble time to take pictures and ask questions. And, she brought her ukulele and serenaded us with the perfect songs and the best moments. Her love of the Beatles makes a good tour exceptional!!! She is my favorite guide and our favorite tour!!
This is a great tour of...Kevin_S
This is a great tour of the Beatles' homes and early history. George Harrison's home is not accessible, per neighbor disputes.
A Shore Excursion for All Ages!Sandra_K
May 11, 2026, 12:16:25 PM First - the van was very comfortable with a table between facing seats. The driver, Rob, was excellent especially getting into narrow streets to show us all the sights.
Second - our guide, Phil, was knowledgeable, funny, understanding, and made the whole experience extra special.
Third - I learned so much about The Beatles before they were known; how they developed; how they actually got together; and where many of their inspirations were found. Seeing where their childhood homes were; their play areas, schools, churches, the streets where they came from and the promoter who promised he would make them bigger than Elvis Presley. We had opportunities to see some of the places close up by getting out of the van and that included Strawberry Fields, Penny Lane, and Eleanor Rigby’s gravesite. So much information but it didn’t overwhelm us because Phil is an excellent guide and made the whole excursion lively and informative. If I get back to Liverpool and I’m traveling with someone instead of just myself, I would sign up again for this trip. It was that good! Take it from an 80 year old traveling solo.
