4-Day Leisure Trip from Liverpool to Manchester: Culture, Food & Relaxation

Day 1: Liverpool Arrival

Liverpool, UK on April 20, 2025

12:00pm

Breakfast at Moose Coffee

Start your day with hearty pancakes or a classic American breakfast at Moose Coffee, open from 8:00am to 4:00pm, perfect for fueling your day in Liverpool.
GBP10, 1h

1:30pm

Visit The Beatles Story

Explore this immersive museum dedicated to the story of The Beatles, open 10:00am to 6:00pm, offering a rich insight into Liverpool’s musical heritage.
GBP17, 2h

4:00pm

Walk along Albert Dock

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the historic Albert Dock, featuring picturesque views and vibrant shops and cafés, open all day.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at The Smugglers Cove

Enjoy seafood and British classics in a cozy waterfront setting. The restaurant is open till 10:00pm providing a perfect dinner spot.
GBP25, 1.5h

Day 2: Liverpool Culture

Liverpool, UK on April 21, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Leaf on Bold Street

Savor a tasty breakfast and excellent coffee at this charming café, open from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Sundays.
GBP12, 1h

10:30am

Tate Liverpool

Explore contemporary art at Tate Liverpool, open from 10:00am to 6:00pm, featuring impressive exhibitions on the waterfront.
Free entry, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Maray

Enjoy delicious Middle Eastern-inspired small plates at Maray, open 12:00pm to 10:00pm, ideal for a flavorful lunch.
GBP15, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Liverpool Cathedral

Marvel at the stunning architecture of Liverpool Cathedral, open daily from 8:00am to 6:00pm, with panoramic city views from the tower.
Free, 1.5h

6:00pm

Relax at Sefton Park

Take a relaxing walk or rent a pedal boat in Sefton Park, a lovely green oasis open all day.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Lunya

Dine on authentic Catalan cuisine at Lunya, open until 11:00pm, offering a lively atmosphere perfect for your evening meal.
GBP30, 1.5h

Day 3: Manchester Arts & Shopping

Manchester, UK on April 22, 2025

8:00am

Travel from Liverpool to Manchester

Take a direct train from Liverpool Lime Street to Manchester Piccadilly; journey takes about 45 minutes. Trains run frequently from early morning.
GBP10, 1h

9:30am

Breakfast at Ezra & Gil

Enjoy a trendy breakfast spot with fresh coffee and excellent brunch dishes, open from 8:00am to 3:00pm weekdays.
GBP12, 1h

10:30am

Manchester Art Gallery

Visit one of the UK’s best city galleries showcasing fine art and contemporary works, open 10:00am to 5:00pm with free entry.
Free, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Rudy's Neapolitan Pizza

Taste authentic Neapolitan pizza at Rudy’s, open 12:00pm to 10:00pm, and consistently rated among Manchester’s best pizza places.
GBP15, 1h

2:30pm

Shopping at the Arndale Centre

Explore one of the largest city-center shopping malls in the UK, open 10:00am to 8:00pm, perfect for a leisurely retail experience.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Visit John Rylands Library

Take a short trip to this stunning neo-Gothic library, open until 5:00pm, a perfect spot for architecture lovers and book enthusiasts.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at El Gato Negro

Enjoy tapas-style Spanish dining at this popular restaurant, open until 10:00pm, offering a vibrant atmosphere for dinner.
GBP30, 1.5h

Day 4: Manchester History & Departure

Manchester, UK on April 23, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Federal Café & Bar

Start your day with Australian-style coffee and breakfast at Federal Café, open from 8:00am to 3:00pm.
GBP12, 1h

9:30am

Museum of Science and Industry

Discover Manchester’s industrial heritage with interactive exhibits, open from 10:00am to 5:00pm and free to enter.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Bundobust

Enjoy flavorful Indian street food with great craft beers, open 11:30am to 9:00pm, perfect for a casual lunch.
GBP15, 1h

1:30pm

Stroll in Heaton Park

Relax in one of Manchester’s largest parks, open all day, with lakes, gardens, and a boating lake.
Free, 1h

3:00pm

Departure

Head back to Liverpool or directly to the airport/station for your onward journey.
Varies, Varies