Walking around the city is an historical, architectural and pleasurable experience.
With two cathedrals, the Three Graces and one of the most advanced docks in the world, Liverpool is a fascinating place for a stroll.
But, have you ever thought about looking above eye-level when walking through the city?
From the amazing ornate domes, the gold plate ship on top of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas church and Wellington monument, there is plenty to see in Liverpool.
We've compiled some of the hotspots that demonstrate why you should look up while walking through Liverpool City Centre.
1. Liver birds
A symbol of Liverpool, the two birds on the Liver building are called Bella and Bertie.
Bella looks out to sea to ensure the boats arrive safely into port while Bertie keeps his watchful eye on the city, protecting the citizens of Liverpool.
2. Metropolitan Cathedral
A striking architectural design, the Cathedral's silhouette on the city’s skyline as recognisable as the birds atop the Liver Buildings.
3. University of Liverpool
The clock tower bears a Royal coat of arms and the inscription ‘Victoriae Reginae Dei Gratia L Annos Feliciter Regnanti Cives Posuerunt’ which translates as ‘For Victoria, Queen by the grace of God, in commemoration of 50 years of fortunate reign; erected by the citizens.’
4. Liver Building clock face
The clock faces are over seven metres in diameter, larger than those of London's iconic landmark, the Great Westminster Clock.
5. Cains Brewery
Relating to the inscriptions of '1850' and 'Higsons', Cains Brewery has an interesting past.
6. Wellington Memorial Statue
Located near Liverpool Lime Street, the 15ft statue of the Duke of Wellington stands on top of a Doric column around 132ft high.
The bronze for the monument is said to have been made from melted down weaponry from the Napoleonic wars.
7. Radio City tower
As you approach Moorfields station on the train, one of the most notable sights is the Radio City tower.
The tower is the second tallest free-standing building in Liverpool.
8. Port of Liverpool building
Designed in an Edwardian Baroque style, the building is noted for the large dome that sits atop the building.
Interestingly, the dome was a last minute addition to the original design.
9. Liverpool Town Hall
The dome that stands atop of the hall is surrounded by four clock faces, with a statue representing Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom.
10. Church of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas
Have you noticed the ship that sits on top of the lantern spire?
The copper ship refers to the ship 'Richard Donnelly' that is said to have sunk in Liverpool Bay.
