Welcome to Liverpool!
Liverpool, where do we begin? A city like no other, where no two people are the same. Liverpool is filled to the brim with smiling faces, music lovers and football fanatics and its history bursts with a mix of culture and art. As things are getting back to normal in our amazing city, get ready to experience Liverpool’s unique attractions and visit the places you’ve always heard of, but have never thought you would have a chance to visit.
Not only does Liverpool’s reputation come from the bubbly Scousers, who are ranked as some of the friendliest in the world, it comes from the bustling city centre, the neighbouring areas and the wider city region. When moving to Liverpool, you may not have heard of the Liverpool coastline that is just a short train ride away or the many green spaces just a short bus ride away such as Sefton Park; one thing we know is that you will never be bored.
So, now that you know the basics of being a Scouser, a few things we want to clear up is:
- You shop at Home and Bargain, not Home Bargains
- Tea is no longer just a hot drink but rather a meal that comes at the end of the day
- Scouse isn’t just an accent but the best meal to have on a cold Winter night
- Locals will judge others based on the colour of their bins
- We promise, there’s more to Liverpool than Concert Square
But all jokes aside, one thing we know for sure is that you will have many great years ahead of you and number of adventures coming your way. So let’s introduce you to the city, where do you want to head to first? Select one of the icons below:
→ Bold Street
If you are still finding your feet, we suggest heading straight to Bold Street. Bold Street is a community proud of its independent spirit and welcomes an eclectic and diverse mix of restaurants, cafés, boutiques and more; with many taking part in our Student Takeover! A visit to Bold Street is a trip like no other as a simple walk bring with it a multicultural journey from a range of eateries and venues.
Join the Bold Street famiy and follow us on @boldstreetoffical.
You can expect to find staple residents such as Café Tabac and Pop Boutique who both offer students 10% off all year round or Wok to Walk who are giving students 50% off their full menu during Fresher’s Week, plus more offers! British Burger restaurant, Honest Burgers, are also joining in the fun by offering students 20% off when you dine in until July 2023. You can also expect to find House of Colour and Andrew Collinge Graduates, who are both offering student savings during Student Takeover!
There are even more reasons for you to visit Bold Street such as Resurrection and Size also have 10% off all year round, and Coyote Ugly Saloon, who are giving students 25% off food and loads of drinks deals! We doubt we need to give you any more reasons to encourage you to visit the famous street, but we can’t resist sharing with you that the street is also closed to traffic and is pedestrianised meaning our favourite restaurants now spill out on to the street – talk about al fresco!
→ Castle Street
Further afield, you will stumble across Castle Street. A thriving restaurant and hotel scene that has some of the city’s best bars and restaurants whilst being home to one of the city’s most iconic buildings, the Liverpool Town Hall.
Follow us on @castlestreetofficial to keep up to date with this bustling community!
By taking a trip to Castle Street, you will also find Queens Avenue, also known as Liverpool’s own Diagon Alley, which is the perfect backdrop for any Instagram pictures.
Just a stone throw away, sandwiched between Castle Street and The Strand is where you will find Beetham Plaza, Drury Lane, Fenwick Street and James Street.
Situated here on Castle Street is Riva Blu, who are offering a £20 gift when you download the Club Individual app for our Student Takeover campaign! So, if you’re planning on inviting any friends or family to the city, you can enjoy an amazing meal and redeem your voucher here.
Castle Street is also home to Point Blank Shooting, a shooting range perfect for a night out getting to know your new friends, plus you can use their £5 shooting deal! ABS Body Solutions are also offering students £10 taster sessions if you’re looking for a gym in the city centre.
→ High Street
Liverpool’s high street is ever evolving, from the iconic brands on Church Street, Whitechapel and Lord Street, to the high-end boutiques of Metquarter.
Here you will find Kurt Geiger and Pandora who are offering 10% all year round and River Island who are giving 20% off during Fresher’s.
We can’t forget about Boots and Superdrug who have 10% off too or the great new addition to the Metquarter, GPO Liverpool’s largest food hall, hosting a varity of vendors showcasing global cuisines.
After a day of shopping and exploring, it’s only right you stop for a rest and a quick bite to eat as McDonalds, Tortilla and Greggs are all offering student deals; who can resist saving money after a long day of lectures?
→ Williamson Square
Right in the heart of Liverpool city centre, found beneath the Radio City tower and home to the iconic Liverpool Playhouse, you will find the pedestrianised shopping district and food hub: Williamson Square.
Right on its doorstep is St Johns Shopping Centre, which we guarantee will be your second home whilst you live in Liverpool. Spaced over two floors are some of the city’s longest standing independent fashion retailers and essential national stores.
From Wilko and Home and Bargain (remember, it’s not Home Bargains!), to Ryman who are offering 10% off all year round and both The Fragrance Shop and The Perfume Shop who have a 10% discount.
The square is also home to the iconic Playhouse Theatre, who are offering students great discounts on tickets, food and drink and free access to pre-show events for members of the YEP.
Queen Square and Clayton Square are not far from St Johns Shopping Centre which also house a number of foodie hot spots that you can enjoy when visiting the city centre.
→ Liverpool ONE
We’re pretty sure that you’ll have heard of Liverpool ONE, if not it’s the shopping centre right in the heart of Liverpool city centre. They house over 150 shops, bars and restaurants spread across five districts; you are bound to find yourself a very good bargain and student deals.
Liverpool ONE are hosting their Student Event on Wednesday 28 September! With special offers and discounts, entertainment and treats plus loads of prizes to be won, it is definitley a must for your Fresher’s in Liverpool!
You can find all of the discounts and more information here.
→ Waterfront
If you are new to Liverpool, or just fancy being a tourist in your own town, head down to our iconic Pier Head to get the best views of our beautiful city. At the waterfront, you can visit an incredible array of bars and restaurants, catch a show at the M&S Bank Arena or soak in the culture at one of many Liverpool museums including Museum of Liverpool, TATE Liverpool, The Beatles Story, British Music Experience and more!
The incredible TATE Liverpool, a must for art lovers, have an amazing membership for 16 – 25 year olds. Join Tate Collective to get £5 exhibition tickets, free events, creative opportunities and discounts across Tate.
Our Albert Dock is just as spectacular at night time too! With many bars and restaurants to choose from, there is something for everyone, plus Revolution Bars offer so many deals for students including 25% off food!
