Liverpool 2008 - European
Capital of Culture
Liverpool delivers a vibrant blend of art, architecture, music,
sport and history, and well deserves the title European Capital
of Culture 2008. Come and discover this wonderful city for
yourself, with a break in one of its best located hotels. www.liverpoolculture.com
Aintree Racecourse
Aintree hosts three race meetings per year including, in April,
the world's greatest steeplechase, the Martell Grand National. www.aintree.co.uk
The Lyceum Group.
Some of the coolest bars and restaurants in the Albert Dock,
all within minutes of the Express by Holiday Inn www.lyceumgroup.co.uk
Liverpool Football Club
Fans come from around the world to visit the hallowed turf
of Anfield. If you're lucky enough to obtain tickets enjoy
the match, if not you can always
visit the museum at the ground and take a tour of the stadium. www.liverpoolfc.tv
The Tate Liverpool
Home of the National Collection of Modern Art in the North
of England and the largest gallery of modern and contemporary
art outside London. It is housed in a beautiful converted
warehouse, part of the historic Albert Dock. www.tate.org.uk
The Walker
Recently re-opened following a £4 million refurbishment
programme., The Walker Art Gallery houses an internationally
important collection of art from the 14th to the 20th Century,
including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Rubens, Poussin, Gainsborough
and Hogarth. www.walkerartgallery.org.uk
Albert Dock
By day visitors flock to Albert Dock to enjoy the Victorian
architecture and to sample the cafes, galleries, museums and
speciality shops. By night some of the City's coolest bars
and restaurants draw a different crowd. www.albertdock.com
The Cathedrals
Liverpool is fortunate to have two very different, but equally
stunning examples of ecclesiastical architecture.
Liverpool Cathedral: 0151 709 6271
Metropolitan Cathedral:0151 709 9222
The Beatles
Liverpool is steeped in Beatles folklore, and almost every
street corner has an association with the fab four. Visit
the Beatles Story Museum or take the Magical Mystery Tour
to find out more about the City's most famous export.
