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Royal Liver Building 360° Tour

Visitors examining a model of the Royal Liver Building inside the exhibit.
Guests photographing the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool.
Guests viewing clock tower interior at Royal Liver Building, Liverpool.
Guests posing for a photo at the Royal Liver Building in Liverpool.

Duration

1 hr 10 min

Open today

09:00am - 04:30pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.
    • Move through Liverpool’s Royal Liver Building at your own pace, noticing hidden details and historic features you might miss on guided tours.

    • Spend time in the visitor centre exploring archives, gaining insight into the building’s history, its architecture, cultural heritage & stories behind Liver Birds.

    • Enjoy breathtaking 15th floor views of Liverpool, including Pier Head, River Mersey, and iconic city skyline, from the city’s fourth highest vantage points.

    • Watch a digitally mapped show inside the clock tower, bringing Liverpool’s history and the Royal Liver Building’s story vividly to life.

    • Entry ticket to the Royal Liver Building

    • Access to the visitors centre with building archives

    • Access to the 15th-floor viewing platform

    • Immersive audio-visual show inside the historic clock tower

    • Audio tour in 6 languages (additional cost of £2.50 payable on arrival)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Take in Liverpool from above with incredible 360° views on the Royal Liver Building’s 15th floor, along with a self-guided journey and immersive clock tower experience.

    Getting started

    Head to the main entrance to validate your ticket and step into the visitors centre. Take your time browsing the exhibits and archives, where you’ll learn fascinating stories about the building and its famous Liver Birds before starting your self-guided tour.

    What to expect

    Liverpool’s skyline wouldn’t be the same without the Royal Liver Building, an early 20th-century icon famed for its Liver Birds and striking waterfront silhouette. The building tells the story of the city’s maritime heritage and architectural ambition.

    Features

    • 15th floor viewing platform: Reach the 15th floor to enjoy sweeping 360° panoramas of Liverpool’s skyline, waterfront, and famous landmarks, offering one of the city’s most memorable viewpoints.

    • Visitors centre and archives: Spend time exploring original artefacts and exhibits that reveal the building’s history, its architect’s vision, and the secrets behind the Liver Birds.

    • Self-guided tour: Move at your own pace, uncover hidden details, and absorb Liverpool’s rich cultural legacy from inside one of its most iconic buildings.

    • Immersive audio-visual show: Step behind the clock faces for a dynamic show using lights, sound, and digital effects, bringing the building’s fascinating history vividly to life.

    • Multilingual audio tour: Available in six languages on request, the audio guides make it easy for international visitors to enjoy every part of the experience.

  • Royal Liver Building

    Monday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 04:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 04:30pm
  • What to bring

    • Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

    What’s not allowed

    • Large luggage bags, suitcases, food & beverages, smoking alcohol, and sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed on this experience.

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    • Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

    Accessibility

    • Contact the venue in advance for any specific accessibility or visitor requirements, as some areas may have limited access for guests with mobility needs.

    Additional information

    • Facilities: Accessible washrooms

    • If you’d like an audio tour, audio guides are available in six languages (Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, and Spanish) for £2.50. To arrange yours in advance, please email info@liverbuildingtour.com

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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