Discover the Historic Sailors' Home Gates in Liverpool

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, start from central Blackpool and head south on the A583. Continue on the A583 until you reach the roundabout, then take the second exit onto the A5073. Follow signs for the M55 motorway, merging onto the M55. Take the exit toward A6/Liverpool and merge onto the A6. Continue onto the A5038, then follow signs for the city center. Once in Liverpool, follow signs for Paradise Street. There is limited on-street parking available, and parking fees may apply, so plan accordingly.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Sailors' Home Gates via public transportation, start at Blackpool North Station. Take a train to Liverpool Lime Street Station. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Once you arrive at Lime Street, exit the station and head west on Lime Street toward St. George's Place. Continue straight to reach Paradise Street. The Sailors' Home Gates are located on Paradise Street. Train tickets can be purchased at the station or online, with prices varying based on time of travel.

• Bus

  You can also take a National Express coach from Blackpool to Liverpool. The coach departs from the Blackpool Central Coach Station. The journey takes about 2 hours, and tickets can be bought online or at the coach station. Once you arrive at Liverpool, walk towards Paradise Street following local signage. Be sure to check the schedule for departure times and ticket prices.