Primary School Trips to Liverpool

River Explorer Cruise - River Mersey

School tours in Liverpool can enjoy a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise on the world-famous Mersey Ferry, and see incredible views of Liverpool’s UNESCO World Heritage Waterfront.

The on-board commentary highlights the River Mersey’s key landmarks as well as their history, so the cruise is the perfect mix of fun and education for your class. 

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Merseyside Maritime Museum

Merseyside Maritime Museum exploring the city’s maritime history through the ages. Its collections consist of objects and archives connected to ships, boats, life at sea, the port of Liverpool and its connection to the world.

Groups can enjoy a self-led visit, make use of the worksheets  and trails provided or book one of the museum’s workshops.

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The International Slavery Museum

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Located in the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the International Slavery Museum highlights the international importance of slavery, both in a historic and contemporary context. Its three main galleries cover the following:

• Life in West Africa - Exploring the story and culture of Africa and its peoples, who are central to the story of transatlantic slavery.
• Enslavement and the Middle Passage - Revealing some of the brutality and trauma suffered by enslaved Africans on the voyage across the Atlantic; then the oppression of their lives on plantations in the Americas.
• Legacy - The continuing fight for freedom and equality; the contemporary impact of transatlantic slavery, such as racism and discrimination; and the achievements of the African Diaspora.

The museum offers guided school tours, and a range of activities, workshops and resources for groups of all ages. It also runs popular handling sessions that promote an understanding of transatlantic slavery and life in West Africa for Key Stage 2 school trips.

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Walking Tour of Liverpool

This walking tour, starting at Liverpool Lime St station, will visit many of the city's key sites linked to the transatlantic slave trade.

• William Gladstone statue – Gladstone's father, John, was a leading slaver.
• Liverpool Town Hall – last act of the American Civil War.
• Exchange Flags – where slavery deals were made
• Confederate Embassy of the American Civil War, Rumford Place
• Martin’s Bank
• Goree – main road by the waterfront named after the Senegal prison
• St Nicholas
• Graving Dock

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The World Museum

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Revealing millions of years of the Earth’s history through thousands of exhibits and hands-on activities, top themes at Liverpool's World Museum include Ancient Egypt and the Stone Age to Bronze Age. There are also opportunities to study natural history in dedicated hands-on centres.

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The British Music Experience

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The newest addition to Liverpool's colourful music offering, moving to its permanent home in the first-class passenger lounge of the iconic Cunard Building.

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River Explorer Cruise - River Mersey

School tours in Liverpool can enjoy a 50-minute River Explorer Cruise on the world-famous Mersey Ferry, and see incredible views of Liverpool’s UNESCO World Heritage Waterfront.

The on-board commentary highlights the River Mersey’s key landmarks as well as their history, so the cruise is the perfect mix of fun and education for your class. 

Book your school River Explorer Cruise - River Mersey now.

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Merseyside Maritime Museum

Merseyside Maritime Museum exploring the city’s maritime history through the ages. Its collections consist of objects and archives connected to ships, boats, life at sea, the port of Liverpool and its connection to the world.

Groups can enjoy a self-led visit, make use of the worksheets  and trails provided or book one of the museum’s workshops.

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The International Slavery Museum

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Located in the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the International Slavery Museum highlights the international importance of slavery, both in a historic and contemporary context. Its three main galleries cover the following:

• Life in West Africa - Exploring the story and culture of Africa and its peoples, who are central to the story of transatlantic slavery.
• Enslavement and the Middle Passage - Revealing some of the brutality and trauma suffered by enslaved Africans on the voyage across the Atlantic; then the oppression of their lives on plantations in the Americas.
• Legacy - The continuing fight for freedom and equality; the contemporary impact of transatlantic slavery, such as racism and discrimination; and the achievements of the African Diaspora.

The museum offers guided school tours, and a range of activities, workshops and resources for groups of all ages. It also runs popular handling sessions that promote an understanding of transatlantic slavery and life in West Africa for Key Stage 2 school trips.

Book your educational trip to the International Slavery Museum.

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Walking Tour of Liverpool

This walking tour, starting at Liverpool Lime St station, will visit many of the city's key sites linked to the transatlantic slave trade.

• William Gladstone statue – Gladstone's father, John, was a leading slaver.
• Liverpool Town Hall – last act of the American Civil War.
• Exchange Flags – where slavery deals were made
• Confederate Embassy of the American Civil War, Rumford Place
• Martin’s Bank
• Goree – main road by the waterfront named after the Senegal prison
• St Nicholas
• Graving Dock

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The World Museum

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Revealing millions of years of the Earth’s history through thousands of exhibits and hands-on activities, top themes at Liverpool's World Museum include Ancient Egypt and the Stone Age to Bronze Age. There are also opportunities to study natural history in dedicated hands-on centres.

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The British Music Experience

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The newest addition to Liverpool's colourful music offering, moving to its permanent home in the first-class passenger lounge of the iconic Cunard Building.

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The Albert Dock

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The Albert Dock is a firm Liverpool favourite, a top British heritage attraction, it should be on the agenda of every visitor. Located on Liverpool's stunning waterfront, the largest collection of Grade I listed buildings in Britain is part of Liverpool's designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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The Beatles Story, Albert Dock

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The Beatles Story, Albert Dock is the world’s largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to the lives and times of The Beatles. The exhibition is located on the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Albert Dock and will guide you through the music, culture and story of the band that changed the world.

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Liverpool Cathedral

Visit the largest Anglican cathedral in Britain and the fifth largest in the world. A general guided tour of the Cathedral for school groups can be pre-booked, or your tour can focus on a specific theme. The Tower Experience offers a breath-taking 360˚ view of the city from the Cathedral’s rooftop.

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The Albert Dock

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The Albert Dock is a firm Liverpool favourite, a top British heritage attraction, it should be on the agenda of every visitor. Located on Liverpool's stunning waterfront, the largest collection of Grade I listed buildings in Britain is part of Liverpool's designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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The Beatles Story, Albert Dock

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The Beatles Story, Albert Dock is the world’s largest permanent exhibition purely devoted to the lives and times of The Beatles. The exhibition is located on the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Albert Dock and will guide you through the music, culture and story of the band that changed the world.

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Liverpool Cathedral

Visit the largest Anglican cathedral in Britain and the fifth largest in the world. A general guided tour of the Cathedral for school groups can be pre-booked, or your tour can focus on a specific theme. The Tower Experience offers a breath-taking 360˚ view of the city from the Cathedral’s rooftop.

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