Walk this way… and prepare to be amazed

Discover how connected Liverpool is to the United States of America. This circular walk uncovers the stories that bind the two nations across the Atlantic, from the Mersey Ferry terminal to Canada Boulevard.

What you'll experience

• Connections to the "New World" across the Atlantic — tales of emigrants, GI soldiers, and war ships that shaped transatlantic history.
• The birthplace of an influential figure in American history, born in poverty in Liverpool and destined to leave a mark on the United States.
• Stories of Civil War spies and the clandestine networks that operated between Liverpool and America.
• A route that takes you from the Mersey Ferry terminal through to Canada Boulevard, revealing layers of shared heritage along the way.

Walk details

Like all Liverpool City Walks, this themed tour is led by professionally qualified Blue Badge and Green Badge guides. Walks last between 90 minutes and 2 hours and take place regardless of weather conditions.

Price: £10 for adults; children go free.

Tickets can be purchased in advance via the website or at Visitor Information Centres (British Music Experience / Cunard Building and Central Library). Group bookings are welcome — contact us at Liverpoolcitywalks@liverpoolcitywalks.com to arrange.