The Anglican Cathedral sits on one end of the famous Hope Street, and it is well worth a walk down. The Tower attached to the cathedral is open daily during the day (except Thurs) so you can witness the view for yourself. Note that it is generally accessed by two consecutive lifts, followed by 108 steps – but there are new lifts to the top making it more accessible.

You might think two cathedrals in one guide is just too many, but wait til you see the Metropolitan Cathedral’s cavernous space and breathtaking stained glass – you can get right up close to it too.

Since 2015, 92 Degrees have been roasting and serving the finest coffee, whilst providing a friendly atmosphere in a comfortable space.

Frederik’s neighbourhood kitchen & bar has been the hub of the Georgian Quarter since 2013. Award winning cocktails and a great Sunday roast!

The dishes at Vetch are full of eye-popping ideas that go beyond standard tasting menu tropes and deliver a fresh, original take on fine dining.

The 1930s Art Deco Philharmonic Hall, home to the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, gives no hint of the sensuous curves of the auditorium inside from its hard exterior. An original cinema screen can be raised up from the floor, along with a Rushworth and Dreaper organ; the film classics screened here are worth viewing for the atmospheric setting alone.

The Pen Factory is an inviting restaurant with a knock-out craft beer list. It is one of the few places where diners are positively encouraged to linger with a good book, a well-poured pint and a crisp butty

The London Carriage Works is one of Merseyside’s most treasured fine dining restaurants, An iconic landmark amid the Georgian splendour of Liverpool’s Hope Street. The London Carriage Works (LCW) prides itself on modern British dishes using local, fresh and seasonal produce.

Based in the city’s Georgian Quarter on a quiet street opposite the Philharmonic Hall, The Art School is  a highlight of Liverpool’s dining scene. Despite the minimalist decor, the atmosphere is vibrant and fun whilst also remaining sophisticated.

After extensive renovation to its stage, restaurant and backstage areas; the newly opened version of Liverpool’s Everyman Theatre is sustainable, accessible and really rather swish. Inclusiveness runs through the new design – its frontage, dominated by a new “portrait wall”, shows 105 different Liverpool residents.