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Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Do something spooktacular in Liverpool on this special Private Dark Side Tour! In the safe hands of guide Dan, walk the spine-tingling streets of Liverpool in the dark, discovering the real gruesome history of our beloved city.

Walk in the footsteps of Jack the Ripper, the Castle Street witches, and the hangmen, discovering our incredibly dark history as you go. Walk above catacombs, through cemeteries, and unearth our frightful involvement with the slave trade.

Highlights:
The Old Dock's slave trade
Gruesome Covent Garden Murder
The Torturous Main Bridewell Prison
The Black Widow Sisters
Heartless Water Street Hangings
& much more!

What's Included

  • Private, local guide

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Saint George's Place
    Liverpool L1 1JJ, UK

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    End point

    5 Wall Street
    Liverpool L1 8JQ, UK

    The tour will end at Liverpool One with the guide.

    What To Expect

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    St. George's Hall

    Start at the magnificent St George's Hall and discover Liverpool's links to Jack the Ripper, our haunted catacombs and an introduction to the murderers of Liverpool
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Dale Street

    Shiver at the sight of The Main Bridewell, an old converted prison and discover the stories of the gruesome men who were imprisoned here.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Liverpool Parish Church Gardens

    Explore Liverpool Parish Church Gardens and see where WWII bombings affected Liverpool. Also you may be walking over some ghosts here!
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Castle Street

    Make your way up to Castle St with some stops along the way. Here you will discover the old witches and how witchcraft was dealt with in Liverpool.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Liverpool ONE

    Finish down at Liverpool one, at the site of the old docks. Walk in the footsteps of slaves and slaveowners, and discover Liverpool's horrific links to the transatlantic slavetrade.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-335218P14

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    What's Included

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    • Private, local guide

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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