Plan Your Beatles Pilgrimage to the UK!
Ready to walk in the footsteps of the Fab Four? Join us on a Beatles pilgrimage through the UK, starting in Liverpool where it all began — from the childhood homes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo to The Cavern Club and Strawberry Field. Then we’re off to London to cross Abbey Road, see where the rooftop concert took place, and find hidden Beatles landmarks across the city.
Whether you’re planning your own UK Beatles trip or just reliving the magic, this guide covers all the must-see spots, stories, and photo ops along the way. 🎸
📍 Includes a full list of attractions to choose from on your trip!
🗺️ Custom Google Maps to plan your visit.
🚌 Highlights include: Penny Lane, Abbey Road, Cavern Club, Apple Corps, Beatles statues & more.
Let’s start where it all began: Liverpool
The Albert Dock is a vibrant waterfront district in Liverpool, home to shops, restaurants, and key cultural attractions. It’s especially meaningful to Beatles fans as the site of The Beatles Story museum, making it a perfect starting point for exploring the band’s legacy in the city.
🏛️ The Beatles Story
Located at the Royal Albert Dock, The Beatles Story is the most comprehensive museum dedicated to the Fab Four. This immersive experience walks you through their lives, from humble beginnings in Liverpool to global stardom. You’ll find authentic memorabilia, replicas of iconic places like Abbey Road Studios and the Cavern Club, and even a detailed journey through their solo careers. It’s the perfect starting point for any Beatles fan exploring the city. Don’t forget to visit the gift shop—there’s a treasure trove of Beatles collectibles.
Visit The Beatles Story
Address: Britannia Vaults, Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AD, United Kingdom
📸 The Beatles Statue
Just steps from the River Mersey, the life-sized bronze Beatles statue captures the band mid-stride, as if casually walking through their hometown. It’s a popular photo op and perfectly framed by the Royal Liver Building in the background. Each member has subtle details in their clothing and posture, making it feel like you’re standing alongside them. Erected in 2015, the statue marks over 50 years since their final Liverpool show. It’s a powerful, quiet tribute to their lasting presence in the city.
🚍The Magical Mystery Tour Bus
Hop aboard the Magical Mystery Tour bus for a guided, musical journey through Beatles Liverpool. This colorful coach departs from Albert Dock and takes you past Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and the band members’ former homes. Throughout the tour, you’ll hear Beatles songs and stories that bring each location to life. It’s a fun, nostalgic ride with plenty of stops for photos and sing-alongs. Whether you’re a casual fan or a mega-Beatlemaniac, it’s one of the most entertaining ways to see the city.
Take the Magical Mystery Tour Bus
Address: Anchor Courtyard, 32 Gower St, Liverpool L3 4AS, United Kingdom
🏠 Beatles Childhood Homes
Step into the early lives of John Lennon and Paul McCartney with a National Trust guided tour of their childhood homes—Mendips and 20 Forthlin Road. These houses are more than just historic buildings; they’re where some of the first Beatles songs were written and rehearsed. It’s an intimate, authentic glimpse into the places that shaped two musical legends. Tours are small and must be booked in advance, but it’s well worth planning ahead. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into the past, into the very rooms where history began.
Take a Tour with the National Trust
Address: Speke Hall – L24 1XD Liverpool South Parkway – L19 5NE
🥁The Casbah Coffee Club
Located in West Derby, The Casbah Coffee Club is where the Beatles really got their start—before they were even called The Beatles. Opened by Pete Best’s mother, Mona, the club was their first regular performance space. Unlike other venues, this one has kept its original murals, stage, and vibe almost untouched. It’s only open for tours by appointment, but it offers an authentic glimpse into the band’s raw beginnings. For die-hard fans, this is sacred, under-the-radar history.
Visit the Casbah Coffee Club
Address: 8 Hayman’s Grn, Liverpool L12 7JG, United Kingdomway – L19 5NE
🎸 Mathew Street
Mathew Street is the heart of Liverpool’s Beatles scene, best known as the home of the legendary Cavern Club, where the band played nearly 300 times. The street is packed with Beatles-themed pubs, statues, and museums, making it a must-visit for fans tracing their early rise to fame.
🎶 The Liverpool Beatles Museum
Tucked away on the lively Mathew Street, this museum spans three floors and houses over 1,000 rare Beatles items. Owned by Roag Best—brother of original drummer Pete Best—the collection offers a personal, behind-the-scenes look at the band’s evolution. You’ll find original instruments, costumes, tour posters, and even personal belongings that give insight into their lives. A must-see stop for those wanting a deeper dive into Beatles lore.
The post from our visit to the Museum is coming soon!
🍺 The Cavern Club
The Cavern Club is where it all began. This iconic venue hosted The Beatles 292 times and still pulses with live music every day. Walking into the underground club feels like stepping back in time, with brick arches, memorabilia, and walls lined with famous names who followed in their footsteps. Whether you’re catching a tribute act or simply soaking in the atmosphere, the Cavern is sacred ground for Beatles fans. Located right on Mathew Street, it’s one of Liverpool’s liveliest—and most legendary—spots.
The post from our visit to the Cavern Club is coming soon!
Other Finds Along Mathew Street
Along Mathew Street you’ll also find some Beatles-themed establishments, here are a few. The Rubber Soul Beatles Bar and S’gt Peppers are two such places. S’gt Peppers is where we stopped our first night in Liverpool to enjoy some live music. Throughout S’gt Peppers you’ll find Beatles inspired art, great for photo ops.
Next to the Cavern Club you’ll find a statue dedicated to Cilla Black who worked in the Cavern’s cloakroom. She was later signed by Brian Epstein, and the Beatles wrote and produced songs for her including “Step Inside Love” and “It’s For You”.
Outside of the Beatles Liverpool Museum, you’ll find a statue dedicated to former Beatles manager, Brian Epstein (not pictured).
There is plenty more for you to find on your stroll down Mathew Street.
🎨 The Eleanor Rigby Statue
Sitting quietly on a bench with a handbag and a newspaper just a few blocks from Mathew Street, the statue of “Eleanor Rigby” pays tribute not just to a song, but to the Beatles’ storytelling legacy. Unveiled in 1982, the bronze sculpture is a symbol of the loneliness and humanity captured so well in their music. It’s tucked into Stanley Street, offering a quieter, more reflective moment during your Beatles pilgrimage. Created by singer Tommy Steele, the statue includes symbolic items like a broken heart and four Beatles coins. It’s both whimsical and moving—just like the song itself.
Visit the Eleanor Rigby Statue
Address: Stanley St, Mathew St, Liverpool L1 6AA, United Kingdom
📍Penny Lane & Strawberry Field
File:Pennylane.jpg – Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
No Beatles tour is complete without visiting the real places behind the lyrics. Penny Lane is full of nods to the song—murals, street signs, and even the shelter in the middle of the roundabout.
A short distance away, Strawberry Field has been transformed into a modern visitor center. Originally a Salvation Army children’s home where John Lennon used to play, it now includes exhibits, a café, and peaceful gardens. These aren’t just street names—they’re living parts of Beatles mythology.
Yellow Submarine – Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Greeting visitors outside the airport is a massive Yellow Submarine sculpture, inspired by the iconic 1968 animated film and song of the same name. Originally created for the 1984 Liverpool International Garden Festival, it found its permanent home at the airport in the 2000s. The submarine is a colorful, quirky tribute to The Beatles’ psychedelic era and instantly recognizable to fans. It also adds a whimsical touch to the airport, which itself honors Lennon with artwork, lyrics on the walls, and a statue inside. It’s a great photo opportunity and symbolic bookend to your Beatles journey—whether arriving or departing.
Visit the Yellow Submarine
Address: Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Speke Hall Ave, Speke, Liverpool L24 1YD, United Kingdom
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🎸Moving on to London
🛍️ The Beatles Store on Baker Street
For souvenirs, memorabilia, or just a touch of nostalgia, the Beatles Store on Baker Street is a must-visit. Packed with everything from vintage records to quirky collectibles, this shop is a fan’s dream. It’s a great place to grab a gift or just browse through decades of Beatles history. Whether you’re hunting for something rare or just window shopping, it’s a fun stop on your Beatles tour of London.
Visit the Beatles store on Baker Street
Address: 231-233 Baker St, London NW1 6XE, United Kingdom
🎥 Marylebone Station
Film and Beatles fans alike will enjoy visiting Marylebone Station, where the opening scene of “A Hard Day’s Night” was filmed. Imagine the Beatles running through the terminal, dodging fans and the press. It’s a lesser-known location, but a fun and easy photo op for fans of the band’s film work. The station retains much of its old charm and adds a cinematic stop to your London itinerary.
🎶 The London Palladium
The London Palladium is where the term “Beatlemania” was first used after a legendary 1963 performance. This historic venue remains active today and still hosts major acts and events. Standing outside its grand entrance, it’s easy to imagine the screaming fans and electric atmosphere that followed The Beatles’ rise. A visit here is a step back in time to the beginning of a cultural phenomenon.
📍 Montagu Square
34 Montagu Square holds a deep connection to Beatles history. Once Ringo Starr’s flat, it later became home to John Lennon and Yoko Ono, and even saw the recording of parts of “Two Virgins.” The flat was also the site of their 1968 arrest, adding another layer of history to the address. A stop here reveals the more personal, and sometimes scandalous, side of the Beatles’ London lives.
Obviously, if you’re going to visit, be respectful of those who live there and in the neighborhood now.
🎨 Beatles Plaques
London is dotted with plaques marking significant Beatles sites. From 34 Montagu Square that we just left, to 57 Green Street, where the entire band lived together in 1963, I’ve read this building has a blue plaque but haven’t been able to find it on any photos….. to 94 Baker Street, once home to the Apple Boutique, these spots offer a treasure hunt of Beatles trivia. Keep your eyes open as you explore—you never know when you’ll stumble across a bit of Beatles history.
Obviously, if you’re going to visit, be respectful of those who live there and in the neighborhood now.
🧱 Abbey Road Studios & Crosswalk
No Beatles fan’s trip to London is complete without a stop at Abbey Road Studios. This is where the band recorded the majority of their music and where they posed for the iconic “Abbey Road” album cover. The zebra crossing just outside has become a pilgrimage site for fans hoping to recreate that famous walk.
Know that Abbey Road itself encompasses quite a few blocks, so you’ll want to look for directions to Abbey Road Studios and you’ll find the intersection from there.
Taking the tube? The closest tube station to Abbey Road Studios is St. John’s Wood on the Jubilee line. After exiting the station, walk down Grove End Road towards Abbey Road. The studios are a short walk from the station.
You can also sign the outer wall of the studio, which is covered in fan tributes from around the world. Just be sure to watch for traffic—it’s still a busy road!
Our Abbey Road post is coming soon!
Visit Abbey Road Studios and Cross the famous intersection
Address: 3 Abbey Rd., London NW8 9AY, United Kingdom
🏙️ 3 Savile Row
Standing outside 3 Savile Row, it’s hard not to imagine the echoes of music drifting down from above. This rooftop was the site of The Beatles’ final live performance in 1969, famously captured in the “Let It Be” documentary. While you can’t access the rooftop itself, just being at the base of this historic site brings that legendary moment to life. It’s a surreal and meaningful stop for any fan retracing the band’s final chapter together.
Today? 3 Savile Row is an Abercrombie & Fitch.
Maps to plan Your Visit
I’ve created two maps for your Beatles Journey, marking areas mentioned in this post. One for Liverpool and one for London. Best of all, they’re free!
LIVERPOOL
LONDON
Final Thoughts
We hope this guide helps you get started on your Beatles Pilgrimage. Be sure to tag us if you use any of our recommendations for your trip!
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