Although often in a shadow by its more famous neighbour Manchester, Liverpool is a city with plenty to offer in its own right. And, what’s even better, many of the best things to do in the city are completely free. From exploring its rich musical history to taking in the views from one of its many parks, there is no shortage of free things to do in Liverpool.

In this blog post, we will be taking a look at some of the best free things to do in Liverpool. We spent a few weeks exploring the city and its attractions, which you can enjoy without spending a penny. So, whether you are a resident of Liverpool or just visiting for a short while, be sure to check out this list of 101 free things to do in the city!

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Free Things To Do in Liverpool – Visit Museums

It is no secret that Liverpool is a city with a rich cultural heritage. The city is home to several museums, galleries, and historic landmarks that are sure to capture your interest. What’s even better is that many of these attractions offer free admission!

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Museum of Liverpool

The Museum of Liverpool has an impressive collection of land transport. In fact, Liverpool and Manchester Railway (L&MR) was the first rail in the world that had a schedule for trains. 

Lion – the oldest operating steam locomotive until 1989 is a beautiful part of an exhibition in the Museum of Liverpool. Other interesting galleries also include Wondrous Place where you can see Spice Girl Mel C’s stage costume from 2019 or sing like a star in the studio karaoke.

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Walker Art Gallery – Free things to do in Liverpool

The exceptional collection of sculptures and one of the most impressive galleries of paintings in the UK takes a breath away. Visit to Walker Art Gallery is one of our favorite free things to do in Liverpool where you can spend hours admiring Giovanni Paolo Panini’s masterpieces and many other notable artists.

In fact, Walker Art Gallery brings back a lot of memories of sightseeing museums in Rome. Not only the Head of Jupiter – King of the Gods or Adam and Eve sculpture will pay your attention. The walls in Walker Art Gallery are decorated with the Partheon marble from Athens – one of the classical sculpture’s masterpieces.

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World Museum Liverpool

One of the best free things to do in Liverpool with kids is visit to World Museum. The whole family will enjoy discovering dinosaurs or admiring moon jellyfish in the aquarium. There are plenty of interactive exhibitions for kids where they can learn a lot of interesting things about the world through play.

On the other hand, adults will enjoy exploring the ancient Egypt Gallery. The luxury of mummification, magic spells on the coffins, and belief in eternal life is something that you can learn more about at the World Museum in Liverpool.

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Maritime Museum – Free things to do in Liverpool

The docks in Liverpool are an iconic symbol of the city where you can learn more about their significance in the Maritime Museum. It is really worth getting familiar with a 300-year history of a tiny port that became one of the most important maritime centres in the world.

So, explore the Titanic collection and learn about maritime history from the perspective of Liverpool’s passengers. Kids will also love interactive exhibitions such as pulling a rope or getting tattoos like a sailor!

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Tate Liverpool

This free admission museum is set inside the Albert Dock on Liverpool’s waterfront. It is one of the largest contemporary art galleries in the UK. The Tate Liverpool is a home to amazing British art and its vibrant location attracts many visitors every year.

To visit Tate Liverpool you will need to get a time ticket at the entrance to see free exhibitions. Artworks of Anish Kapoor and Ellen Gallagher are only a few examples of amazing displays in the museum.

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Victoria Gallery & Museum – Free things to do in Liverpool

With a remarkable collection from the University of Liverpool, the Victoria Gallery & Museum is a fantastic place to visit. The structure itself is a Grade II listed building and is often defined as a “Red brick university”. This famous term refers to universities in larger cities of Britain dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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FACT Gallery – Free things to do in Liverpool

One of the best free things to do in Liverpool is to explore innovative space in FACT building. It has two galleries, where visitors can interact with art by watching videos or taking unique photos of exhibitions. Nam June Paik, Hope Strickland, Ashley Holmes, Pipilotti Rist, and Wu Tsang are only a few examples of artists and filmmakers whose works were exhibited in FACT.

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Open Eye Gallery – Free things to do in Liverpool

If you love photography this small nonprofit gallery in Mann Island is a great place to visit. The images in Open Eye Gallery are touching and sometimes heartbreaking. It features art that is relevant to many of us.

Open Eye Gallery also provides the opportunity for beginner artists to exhibit their artworks. It is worth seeing Open Eye Gallery during a quick visit when you are at the Liverpool Waterfront.

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The Bluecoat – Free things to do in Liverpool 

Small exhibitions in the Bluecoat gallery are free to visit. Moreover, the beautiful courtyard is the perfect spot to stop for a coffee and admire the Grade I listed building. The Bluecoat is the oldest building in the city center of Liverpool dating back to 1716.

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De Wadden Schooner – Free things to do in Liverpool

A ship from the Netherlands dating back to 1917 stands proudly by Canning Dock on the River Mersey. The Dutch’s improved version of the ship was created during the war. This impressive vessel with a total length of over 35 meters cannot be missed when visiting Liverpool Waterfront.

The remains of the First World War are truly interesting to explore in the city. According to some reports, the city boasts even more Georgian buildings than Bath, so make sure to add Liverpool to your travel bucket list!

Free Things To Do in Liverpool – Admire Street Art

When looking for free things to do in Liverpool, one activity that should not be missed is admiring the street art in the city. Liverpool is home to several famous street artists such as Paul Curtis. 

From large-scale murals to smaller pieces, admiring the street art in Liverpool is a great way to get to know the city and its community. In this blog post, we will take a look at the best places to see street art in Liverpool. We will also provide some tips on how to make the most of your experience.

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Baby Ethan Mural by Paul Curtis

One of the largest street art projects can be found in Liverpool’s city center. The creation of this realistic baby swimming underwater took over a week. It gives the impression of a huge pool tank at Harrington Street and represents a revival of Liverpool.

Paul Curtis is a famous local artist and his street art is all over Liverpool. However, this impressive size, 10 m wide and 18 m high mural with vibrant blue colors makes it really magical!

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John Culshaw Bird Mural – Free things to do in Liverpool

Street art fans will find many amazing murals in Baltic Triangle. The Wedding House which is just a short walk from this creative district has some of the most beautiful murals in Liverpool.

This stunning Grade II Listed building has amazing artwork of Liver Bird (symbol of Liverpool) that John Culshaw always wanted to paint. The whole process of painting took more than a week. 

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Liam Bononi Mural – Free things to do in Liverpool

On the other side of the Wedding House, there is a beautiful mural that took over two weeks to finish. Painting on such a big canvas is a huge challenge, but the final result takes breath away.

Admiring Liam Bononi’s mural is one of the best free things to do in Liverpool. His artworks can also be found in Brazil, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Spain, and Italy.

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For All Liverpool’s Liver Birds (Wings) by Paul Curtis

This iconic mural went viral on social media just two days after the completion of the work. For All Liverpool’s Liver Birds is interactive street art where you can take a photo with beautiful wings on a brick wall.

The state of the wall is uncertain, so make sure to grab your travel camera to capture one of the most famous murals in Liverpool while it is still there. Wings by Paul Curtis are also nearby many other impressive street arts in Baltic Triangle.

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The Klopp Art Wall – Free things to do in Liverpool

In the bustling Baltic Triangle, you can also find street art representing the manager of Premier League club Liverpool – Jürgen Klopp. 

Jürgen Klopp is one of the world’s top managers so it is not surprising that he is the inspiration for many graffiti artists in Liverpool. Moreover, this simple message on the wall “Liverpool. This means more.” is a famous Liverpool FC slogan.

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Sketch Bar Mural – Free things to do in Liverpool

Just a few minutes walk from Lime Street train station you can see beautiful street art from Contrast Mural Festival. Sketch Bar & Coffee Spot is a colorful building where you can listen to live music and try one of the cheapest beers in Liverpool.

This hidden gem looks impressive outside with its giant mural. However, old records on the walls inside and the friendly atmosphere will make you want to stop for a beer in this unique spot.

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Women In Football Mural by Zemclarke

Murals featuring female football players have been painted throughout the UK before the Women’s World Cup. You can find them in Liverpool, Manchester, Edinburgh, London, and a few other locations.

Nikita Parris by Zemeka Clarke is part of a successful national campaign to raise awareness for women’s football. After all, there is no better city in England to promote football than Liverpool.

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Everton FC Legends Mural – Free things to do in Liverpool

Five of Everton FC’s greatest icons: Dixie Dean, Alan Ball, Howard Kendall Neville Southall MBE, and Leighton Baines can be found in Lee Floorstok building in Liverpool’s Baltic District. This magnificent work of art was completed in only 48 hours. 

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COFFEE & FANDISHA – Free things to do in Liverpool

The mural on the facade of Coffee & Fandisha is a beautiful accent on a brick wall in Baltic District. It is a lovely spot to stop for a coffee, but if you are looking for free things to do in Liverpool, the unique pa photo of flowers by Paul Curtis cannot be missed!

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Camp and Furnace Mural – Free things to do in Liverpool

Speaking about flowers, Camp, and Furnace is a multifunctional events venue with a beautiful floral facade. Baltic Triangle is the most creative area in the city which uses former warehouses as bars, music venues, and filming locations making Liverpool a truly unique destination to visit.

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Ken Dodd Happiness Murals by Paul Curtis