Reel Tours: Liverpool Film Location Walking Tour
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113 Ratings
Merseyside
Embark on Liverpool's only dedicated Film & TV location walking tour and discover how Liverpool shaped Gotham City, why Tom Hardy loves Merseyside, and what started Samuel L. Jackson's love affair with the city.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Williamson Square - Williamson Square is the starting point of the tour. Here guests will see one of the first squares in the city, which is home to one of Liverpool’s major film locations as well as numerous other cultural sights - including the Williamson Square Fountain.
  • Eleanor Rigby Statue - Whilst on Stanley Street, guests will see two important filming locations in the city and directly next to one of them, is one of Liverpool’s first statues, dedicated to The Beatles, which is the Eleanor Rigby statue.

Guests will learn of the hidden history of the statue as well as that of the two film locations which are merely yards away.

  • The Cavern Club - During the tour, we take a stroll down Mathew Street where you will see the exterior of the world-famous Cavern Club. Bookers will learn the history of the street along with information regarding the many popular musicians who have played in the venue over the years.

The street has also featured in numerous film & TV shows over the years, so you will learn all about these and although we don’t go inside the actual club, photographs are shown to give you an idea of what it was like inside back in the 1960s.

  • Castle Street - Castle Street is synonymous with film. Three major motion pictures have all been filmed on the street. Guests will hear about the making of these movies and how they were represented on the silver screen as well as taking in some of the wonderful views of Liverpool Town Hall and also the Queen Victoria monument.

Gary, your guide, will also inform guests on some of the local history of the area - Yes, there was actually a Castle on Castle Street, long ago!

  • Mann Island - As the tour approaches the famous River Mersey, Gary, your guide, will take you back in time to discuss the significance of the Strand - The 8 mile road that links together many of the Docks in Liverpool and how vital this road was in the advances of cinema.
  • Pier Head - On the banks of the wonderful River Mersey, you will be able to take in the spectacular views of the “Three Graces” of Liverpool. The Port of Liverpool, The Cunard and the Royal Liver Building - arguably the three most iconic buildings in the city.

Gary, your guide, will take you through the history of the area and how it relates to cinema and TV - which famous independent and Hollywood blockbuster films they have all appeared in as well as discussing how prominent the river has been in films made in the area.

  • Royal Liver Building - Outside the entrance of the Royal Liver Building, your guide will show you, with visual aids, which film and TV shows it has featured in over the years, as well as giving guests some interesting behind-the-scenes information from the cast and crew of when the cameras have stopped rolling.

Want to hear how they transformed one of Liverpool’s most iconic buildings to look like downtown Manhattan in the 1940s? This is the stop for you!

  • Exchange Flags - From Exchange Flags, you will see the exteriors of the magnificent Martins Bank and Liverpool Town Hall. You will learn some of the history of each building and then which famous films they have featured in and which once in a lifetime cinematic events have they hosted.

This is a perfect stop for fans of recent Hollywood blockbusters as well as musical lovers.

  • Dale Street - A stop mid-way down Dale Street, will reveal all of the secrets about a particular scouse cinematic staple and you will also discover why this road happens to be a personal favourite of Tom Hardy.
  • William Brown Street. - The penultimate stop of the tour is at the magnificent William Brown Street. Here, guests will see the mesmeric views of St John’s Gardens, the World Museum, Central Library, the Walker Art Gallery, County Sessions House and much more.

This stop has arguably the richest heritage regarding film and TV in the city. It has featured in countless productions over the years with household names and Oscar winners performing up and down the pavements and cobbles.

To find out its relationship with the silver screen, your guide, will take you through the decades, to discover just what a prominent area it has been, perhaps without you even realising it.

  • St. George’s Hall - On the steps of St. George’s Hall, the tour reaches its conclusion, but it does so with an impressive list of some of the biggest hitters to have filmed in the city.

Guests will hear some first hand, behind the scenes tales of some of the productions that have been filmed in the vicinity. If you’re after some of the backstage gossip that includes some A-List stars of the screen, then this is the stop for you.

Learn about which small food company went global because of something that happened on the steps of St. George’s Hall, how a student became mega rich because of the movies on this site and of course how many different cities across the world, St. George’s Hall has doubled for.

What's Included
  • Expert tour guide (Gary Lunt, Reel Tours owner)
Additional Information

Liverpool is amongst the most popular filming locations in Europe, and our service provides the only Film & TV location walking tour exclusively in Liverpool.

We will take you to the shooting locations of blockbuster Hollywood films and intriguing independent productions of recent times. Even if you’re not particularly fond of movies, you can still have a fun time learning about pop culture and local history.

Your tour guide, Gary, is a frequent guest on BBC radio, where he discusses the latest film and television projects in the city. He also often moderates Q&A sessions with theatre and film personalities. Having worked on various local productions, Gary has unique stories and anecdotes to share.

This tour is perfect if you are interested in learning how Liverpool was transformed into Gotham City, why Tom Hardy is fond of Merseyside, and what sparked Samuel L. Jackson’s admiration for Liverpool!

  • Outdoor Walking Tour - 2.5 hours (approx) time & 2.6 miles distance
Location
Williamson Square
In Williamson Square, just in front of the main entrance of the Playhouse Theatre, I will arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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G9759tasoniac
Jun 9, 2024
Joyfully stroll - Very enjoyable tour. Gary was very knowlegable and entertaining. Would highly recomend this trip around the film sets with Reel Time.
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Jackiemd5410lz
Jun 9, 2024
10/10 would recommend - 10/10 Loved hearing all the information and stories behind some of the movies filmed in Liverpool. Gary was super enthusiastic and passionate about his craft which made the tour all the more enjoyable.. even if it was rather windy & slightly rainy we throughly enjoyed the day!
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Pauld485
Jun 9, 2024
Brilliant Liverpool walking tour - We had an excellent time on the Reel Tours walking tour around Liverpool. Gary is a great guide, really knows his stuff, loads of fun facts and really engaging. Totally recommend to everyone , whether you are just visiting the city or already think you know the city.
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Stay46317467339
Apr 22, 2024
Liverpool - Europe's Hollywood - Fantastic insight into film making in Liverpool. A pleasant walk around some great locations in the city and wonderful to have a tour guide in Gary who displays such enthusiasm and passion for his subject matter. Highly recommended for movie buffs or anyone with a casual interest in films and the city
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Mumaof3
Apr 22, 2024
Great movie tour around Liverpool city centre - Excellent tour. Gary is very knowledgeable not only about an abundance of movies and tv filmed in Liverpool but local history and a few pub and restaurant recommendations thrown in. As you walk, it gives you a chance to really look around and ‘up’ and marvel at what an iconic city Liverpool is. Would recommend.
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Maketeanotwar84
Apr 21, 2024
See Liverpool through a different lens - We loved this tour - we came away with lots of new knowledge and a list of films to watch. Gary is super engaging and knows his stuff, you can't help but enjoy yourself on this tour. Highly recommended.
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J2361rysusann
Apr 17, 2024
A Man For All Seasons?! - On this tour, Gary included references to films, actors, historical info on Liverpool and even where the best pubs were! Thank you for all the things we never knew or didn't realise we wanted to know. Would recommend this trip to anyone either visiting Liverpool or those who live there!!
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G4756vfwendyp
Feb 14, 2024
Reel interesting! - Gary put together an interesting and informative tour. He made it fun and kept our attention for the entire 2.5 hours. Highly recommended
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473simonr473
Feb 11, 2024
Superb Film Tour of Liverpool! - Been meaning to do this tour and eventually had a free Sunday to do it. Not disappointed, so much information and in depth knowledge from Gary. Who knew that so many films were made in Liverpool? Superb locations that appeared to be in the US or in Europe were in fact Liverpool. This is highly recommended just a pity that he's an Evertonian but I don't bear a grudge!
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Theprof2003
Feb 11, 2024
Brilliant morning… Really recommend. - Had a brilliant morning with Gary from Reel Tours touring the filming locations in Liverpool. If you are interested in film and Liverpool then is definitely for you. Gary has heaps of knowledge and plenty of funny antidotes to make the tour really interesting.
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