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Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
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Liverpool: Beatles-Themed Private Taxi Tour with Transfers
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Liverpool: Sightseeing River Cruise on the Mersey River
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North Wales Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool
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Knowsley: Safari Entry Tickets
What to do in St Helens
Popular places to visit
Royal Albert Dock
Liverpool’s fashionable waterfront precinct is home to some of the city’s best restaurants and bars, and many of the city’s best museums.
Anfield Stadium
Many locals consider the home of Liverpool’s soccer team sacred, and on a game day it is one of the most exciting places in the city.
Knowsley Safari Park
Visit the animals who call Knowsley Safari Park home during your trip to Liverpool. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Liverpool ONE
Shop, dine, play a round of golf or catch the latest movies in this enormous outdoor shopping and entertainment complex, right in the heart of Liverpool.
Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
Catch a “Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey” from this ultra-modern terminal, then return to explore some of Liverpool’s best maritime, musical and artistic attractions.
The Beatles Story Museum
Explore this dedicated museum to John, Paul, George and Ringo and learn the story of the Beatles.
Sefton Park
Jog around the lake, picnic on a hilltop or watch local sporting teams tough it out at the largest park in Liverpool.
M&S Bank Arena
Catch an event at M&S Bank Arena during your trip to Liverpool. Wander the area's marina or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Cavern Club
“Shake it up, Baby!” at the cradle of British pop music, where legendary groups like the Beatles, The Rolling Stones and The Kinks have all graced the stage.
Areas of St Helens
Haydock
Haydock is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Haydock Racecourse and Sankey Valley Park.
Rainford
Though Rainford may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knowsley Safari Park and Darkstar Ultimate Laser Arena.
Thatto Heath
Though Thatto Heath may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sherdley Park and Blundells Hill Golf Club.
Clock Face
While Clock Face may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sherdley Park and Dream.
Eccleston
Though Eccleston may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knowsley Safari Park and Sherdley Park.
Crank
While there might not be top attractions in Crank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Haydock Racecourse and Sherdley Park.
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