Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London
Pick your date
Highlighted days have spots open. Grey days are sold out or not running.
September 2026
Loading live availability
Who is going?
Adults
Age 13 and over
Children
Age 12 and under
Select a highlighted day to see live departure times and the exact price for your group.
Non-refundable booking. Same price on Viator, Outty earns a commission.
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 311 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London worth booking?
Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London is a 13-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $189 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 311 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (311)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $189 per person
Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields - visit these famous Liverpool sights your own way on an independent day trip from London. Everything's arranged for you: return rail tickets, entry to the Beatles Story, a Magical Mystery T
What you get
About this experience
Penny Lane, Strawberry Fields - visit these famous Liverpool sights your own way on an independent day trip from London. Everything's arranged for you: return rail tickets, entry to the Beatles Story, a Magical Mystery Tour and a Liverpool city map and information booklet. The rest is up to you!
What's included
Included
- Liverpool map and information pack
- 2-hour guided 'Magical Mystery' tour of Liverpool (English speaking guide)
- Entry to the famous Cavern Club
- Round trip train tickets with reserved seats (between London Euston and Liverpool Station)
- Entrance to the Beatles Story Exhibition inc. audio tour (12 languages)
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Tour guide - except Magical Mystery Tour in Liverpool
What you'll see and do
Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
The Royal Albert Dock is a complex of dock buildings and warehouses in Liverpool, England. Designed by Jesse Hartley and Philip Hardwick, it was opened in 1846, and was the first structure in Britain to be built from cast iron, brick and stone, with no structural wood.
30 minutes here
The Beatles Story
Entry to the award winning The Beatles Story is included in your Liverpool experience - the world's largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to the lives and times of The Beatles.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Merseyside Maritime Museum
The Merseyside Maritime Museum is a museum based in the city of Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK. It is part of National Museums Liverpool and an Anchor Point of ERIH, The European Route of Industrial Heritage.
Pass by without stopping
Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
Step aboard the 'Magical Mystery Tour’ – a recreation of the colourful bus used in the 1967 film of the same name. This fun and fascinating tour takes in the city's most iconic Beatles locations with live commentary and on-board soundtrack it is waiting to take you away. Visit the locations that shaped the band and provided the inspiration for some of their greatest hits. See where John, Paul, Ringo and George grew up and their childhood homes, schools and colleges, and visit Penny Lane, Strawberry Field and many more famous locations. Finish your tour at the legendary Cavern Club on Mathew Street where The Beatles played 292 times over a two and a half year period.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Strawberry Field
Site of a former Salvation Army children's home & the inspiration for the famous Beatles song.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Penny Lane
Penny Lane was of course made famous by The Beatles song of that name, released in 1967. John Lennon and Paul McCartney used to meet at Penny Lane to catch a bus into town. Their shared childhood experiences on the street inspired them to write the song, which was released as a double ‘A’ side with ‘Strawberry Fields Forever’ and later featured on the US album ‘Magical Mystery Tour.’ Many Beatles fans make pilgrimage to Penny Lane in the South of the city, to see the street. It’s still a lively area, with independent businesses lining the street. There’s even a barber’s shop in the same spot referenced in the song.
Pass by without stopping
St. Peter's Church, Woolton
“Almost certainly the most important meeting in popular music history” is how the first meeting of John Lennon and Paul McCartney has recently been described. The meeting took place at St Peter’s Church Hall on the evening of Saturday, 6th July 1957… Whilst waiting to play at the church dance that night, John Lennon and the other members of the Quarrymen Skiffle Group were introduced to the young Paul McCartney by a mutual friend.
Pass by without stopping
The Cavern Club
The Cavern Club opened on 16 January 1957 as a jazz club, later becoming a centre of the rock and roll scene in Liverpool in the 1960s. The Beatles played at the club in their early years.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures. This tour is unescorted (except Magical Mystery tour of Liverpool)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures. This tour is unescorted (except Magical Mystery tour of Liverpool)
Options you can book
Standard Class
First Class
Roundtrip train travel in First Class.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Evan Evans Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Outbound: Train departs London Euston: 07:43am / arrives at Liverpool Lime Street: 10:04am
- Please do not wait to meet our staff at the train station as we do not conduct in-person departures
- Your electronic tickets and vouchers will be sent to you one week prior to your scheduled departure date via email (or, if booked within one week then within 24 hours of booking). We recommend arriving at Euston Station 30 minutes before your scheduled train departure time
- Please note this is an unescorted tour (expect for the Magical Mystery Tour which is live guided)
- Child age: 5-11 yrs inclusive
- Free city map
- Return: Train departs Liverpool Lime Street: 18:43pm / arrives at London Euston at 21:03pm.
- Cavern Club Free Entry is NOT included during International Beatleweek Festival.
- Printed translations of the Magical Mystery Bus tour are available in English, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Swedish, Indonesian and Spanish. This can be purchased at the Ticket Office.
- The Beatles Story’s entrance lift is currently out of order and, as a result, the exhibition can only be accessed via steps.
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 311 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
311 verified traveler reviews for Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great insight into the...
Great insight into the lives of the Beatles. Loved visiting the Cavern, sharing a drink and listening to live music. A step back to the 60s, very nostalgic.
Response from the operator: Dear Guests, Thank you for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning more about the lives of The Beatles. It’s wonderful to know that visiting the Cavern, enjoying a drink and listening to live music made the experience feel so nostalgic and memorable. Kind regards, Evan Evans
via Viator
Very Disappointed
Please know, there is absolutely no signage to help direct you once you arrive in Liverpool. There was no success reaching out to customer support. The tickets sent for the attractions could be scanned by the venue. Train tickets were not accessible. The day was long, expensive and stressful.
via Viator
Liverpool Day
What a perfect day. Everything was planned out. From the train ride to Liverpool to the Beatles Story to the Magical Mystery Bus Tour. Our guide Robin and driver Neil were wonderful.
via Tripadvisor
Beatles lover not disappointed
Well my husband loves the Beatles and he loved this tour. I loved Liverpool which I was not thinking would happen. Robin our tour guide was amazing and Neal our driver was also great.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your husband enjoyed the Beatles experience so much, and that Liverpool turned out to be such a pleasant surprise for you as well. It’s wonderful to know that Robin’s guiding and Neil’s driving helped make the day such an enjoyable one for you both. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you on another Evan Evans tour again soon. Kind regards, Evan Evans Tours
via Viator
Nice but a lot of walking
The highlight to me was the MMT bus. The driver and the guide did an excellent job with their knowledge and kindness. The Beatles story was very info intensive. More than I had time for. From the train station to the dock, where everything was at, is about a 20 minute walk.
Response from the operator: Dear Warren_D Thank you for sharing your feedback and for joining the tour. We’re really pleased to hear that the MMT bus experience, along with the driver and guide, stood out for you and that you appreciated their knowledge and kindness. We also appreciate your honest comments regarding The Beatles Story and the amount of information provided. We understand that it can feel quite detailed within the available time, and your feedback is very helpful for us to consider how we can better pace the experience in the future. Thank you as well for noting the walking distance from the train station to the dock. Insights like this are valuable for future guests when planning their day. We’re grateful for your review and hope to welcome you on another tour again soon. Warm regards, Evan Evans Tours
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $189 to $449
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 109
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London cost?
+
Prices start at $189 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London take?
+
Plan for about 13 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London worth it?
+
It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 311 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London?
+
No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London suitable for kids and families?
+
Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London?
+
Around 109 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
+
Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London start and how do I get there?
+
The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
+
London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
+
May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
+
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
+
Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
Ready to lock in your spot?
Pick a date, choose your group, and see the exact price for Liverpool and The Beatles Day Tour from London.
Pick your date
