Inspirational Women Liverpool History Tour

Discover the inspiring women who have shaped Liverpool’s history on this walking tour. Led by Jean McEvoy, explore iconic sites and hidden gems. Limited edition series. Future dates available.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Liverpool Cathedral - Here you will see one of the final works by one of the most famous female sculptures of the modern era. You will have a tour of the Lady Chapel and with its famous stained-glass windows this will set the scene for learning about some amazing women, depicted in the windows that have had a long-lasting influence Liverpool’s history and development.

Admission to the Cathedral by donation is included in the ticket price.

  • Blackburne House - With some famous alumni, you hear about the important role this this grade II listed building has played in the education of girls and women.

  • Rodney Street - Often called the “Harley Street of the North” your will hear about some of Rodney Street’s famous female residents.

  • Everyman Theatre - With its history as Hope Hall, you will learn about the bohemian environment and political edge of this site and the links with the ground-breaking movements including the suffragettes.

  • Mount Pleasant - With a long association with medicine, you will hear about several women from Liverpool and the challenges they overcame to be able to influence the development of medicine, education, and health services at the turn of the last century.

  • Pembroke Place - Famously giving the name to ‘Red Brick’ Universities, and with many famous female alumni you will hear about the pioneering women of a great, including a great
    Philanthropist who successfully campaigned for women’s right and family social in the early 1900’s

  • Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King Liverpool - Visiting Liverpool’s Catholic Cathedral, you will learn about the history of this site and its links with the Nightingale nurses. You will also learn of not just the tragic story, but also the incredible work of one of the leading reformers of legislation supporting women & families in the 1800’s.

  • Lime Street - With its infamous reputation from the 19th centaury, you will learn of one lady who famously appears in several famous Liverpool songs.

  • William Brown Street. - Passing by the site of many notable women’s social & political union meetings of the early 1900’s, you will arrive at the Walker Art Gallery. Here you will learn about some of the fascinating women, including those still on display, that have helped to make this publicly owned art galley the national gallery of the North.

  • St. George’s Hall - The tour will end in the shadow of grade I listed St George’s Hall where you will about it’s place in history of the suffragist movement and the intriguing role this splendid Neoclassical building has had on modern day cookery!

What's Included
  • Guided Tour
Additional Information

The Inspirational Women of Liverpool’s Past & Present walking tour is part of Liverpool Famous Walking Tours limited edition series.

Taking in many of Liverpool’s iconic sites along with locations often missed and overlooked, on this walking tour you will hear about the inspiring women who have had an influence on the history, heritage and culture of not just Liverpool, but the UK and beyond.

This easy paced 2 hour walking tour is ideal for single guests or groups and has many fantastic photo opportunities. This easy paced walking tour is ideal for single guests or groups and has many fantastic photo opportunities and visiting locations and spots often missed.

Future dates include 2024 dates for this tour- with 10.30am departure times: Fri Mar 8th / Sat Mar 9th / Sun April 21st /Thu May 16th / Sat June 22nd / Sun July 21st / Thu Aug 8th/ Sat Sept 14th. / Thu Oct 17th

  • Easy walking tour -but please wear comfortable non-slip shoes as we will be passing through areas with uneven surface such as cobbles
  • Locations are accessible for strollers/wheelchairs but please in mind you will be walking in a group and in busy areas at times, passing through areas with uneven surfaces such as cobbles
  • Well behaved dogs welcome but please bear in mind you will be walking in a group and in busy areas at times.
  • We recommend you have a bottle of water or a drink with you for the walk but ask where possible you use a reusable water bottle.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • And please don’t forget sunscreen on sunny days- even in the winter months !
Location
Liverpool Cathedral
Cathedral Gate
Outside the main entrance to the Anglican Cathedral The next tour in this Limited Edition Liverpool walking tour series is Saturday 5th August 2023 at 10.30am.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Stellao939
Jun 26, 2024
Recommended walk about famous women - Our guide, Jean, took us on a walk around Liverpool focusing on famous women. It wasn't rushed but we covered about 3 miles. Jean spoke very clearly and engagingly so as we didn't miss anything. She was very knowledgeable and could answer questions. Most of the tour was outside but there were two very interesting stops to visit Liverpool Cathedral and Victoria Gallery and Museum. Highly recommended.
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W5000csmariah
Jun 22, 2024
Great walk - Great walking tour about the inspirational women of Liverpool. Pace was just right and guide Pam was very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the topic. Would definitely recommend.
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Julieannm
Mar 8, 2024
Inspirational Tour - Excellent tour led by Carl. Loved hearing about the many inspiring women connected to Liverpool. Recommend this for both women & men, whether you are visiting Liverpool, or locals interested in finding out more about your city.
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80lisr
Oct 15, 2023
Engaging, interesting and recommended tour - The tour was wonderful, Paul was an excellent guide. Not only did he have lots of information and anecdotes about the women of Liverpool but lots of other information too. He linked the history of women in Liverpool with the wider Liverpool story. We were completely engaged for the whole time with the information and his clear enthusiasm for the history of the city. Completely recommended and we will take part in other tours as soon as we can.
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Rachellz9053oo
Aug 6, 2023
Brilliant Tour - Incredibly interesting and insightful your. Our guide was so knowledgeable and brilliant to listen to. Learnt so much and visited some lovely parts of town
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808fionab
Mar 9, 2023
IWD Walking Tour - Extremely enjoyable tour led by Jean. Her passion, personality and extensive knowledge of her home City shone through and really added to the experience. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a
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