Liverpool makes for a great destination to go away to for the weekend, with its vibrant musical history, its beautiful cityscape and fine selection of landmarks, coming in as a favourite among couples who are away on a retreat, friends gone away for the weekend and stag and hen do party gangs. You may fancy a drink or two to ensure the weekend fun goes down well.

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The Smugglers Cove : Britannia Pavillion, Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4AD

If you’re into a bit of rum, head on over to the Smuggler’s Cove. This pirate-themed bar also has some great rum-based cocktails and super pub-grub. It’s hidden in the Albert Docks and is just waiting to be discovered.

Operating hours:

• Monday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Tuesday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Wednesday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Thursday: 12:00 – 01:00
• Friday: 12:00 – 02:00
• Saturday: 12:00 – 02:00
• Sunday: 12:00 – 00:00

The Cavern Club: 10 Mathew St, Liverpool, L2 6RE

Go on over to the Cavern Club for a good dose of live music, particularly if you’re a fan of the Beetles and you just love music in general. The Cavern Club has been in operation since 1957, operating as a live music hub and it’s made up of the Cavern Club Pub and Live Lounge.

Operating hours:

• Monday: 10:00 – 00:00
• Tuesday: 10:00 – 00:00
• Wednesday: 10:00 – 00:00
• Thursday: 10:00 – 01:30
• Friday: 10:00 – 02:00
• Saturday: 10:00 – 02:00
• Sunday: 10:00 – 00:00

Heebie Jeebie’s: 80-82 Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4BH

With epic DJ nights and live music, Heebie Jeebie’s is one of the most popular bars in Liverpool and has a rockfish and ragged theme with a courtyard area to enjoy as well.

Operating hours:

• Monday: 17:00 – 03:00
• Tuesday: 17:00 – 03:00
• Wednesday: 17:00 – 03:00
• Thursday: 17:00 – 03:00
• Friday: 12:00 – 04:00
• Saturday: 13:00 – 4:00
• Sunday: 13:00 – 03:00

Death Row Diner: 32 Hope Street (basement), Liverpool, L1 9BX

With a unique range of cocktails, the Death Row Diner is even better known for having the best burgers around town, having been voted to have Liverpool’s Best Burger (2016).

Operating hours:

• Monday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Tuesday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Wednesday: 12:00 – 00:00
• Thursday: 12:00 – 01:30
• Friday: 10:00 – 02:00
• Saturday: 10:00 – 02:00
• Sunday: 10:00 – 00:00

Berry & Rye: 48 Berry St, Liverpool, L1 4JQ

Go back in time to the prohibition with just one knock on the door of the Berry & Rye, a bar which is particularly good for small groups with its wide whiskey and gin range.

Operating hours:

• Tuesday: 17:00 – 02:00
• Wednesday: 17:00 – 02:00
• Thursday: 17:00 – 02:00
• Friday: 17:00 – 02:00
• Saturday: 17:00 – 02:00
• Sunday: 17:00 – 02:00

Some Place: 43 Seel Street, Liverpool, L1 4AZ

Ever had visions of enjoying a drink with a fairy? Find a green light on Seel Street and your vision will become a reality at this Absinthe bar which needs absolutely no introduction.

Operating hours:

• Wednesday: 20:00 – late
• Thursday: 20:00 – late
• Friday: 19:00 – late
• Saturday: 19:00 – late
• Sunday: 20:00 – late