Explore the Historic Nelson Monument in Liverpool

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start your journey from any location in North West England and head towards Liverpool. Use the M62 motorway for easy access to the city. Once you reach Liverpool, follow signs for the city center. As you approach, take the A5038 (Canning Place) and continue until you reach the junction with A580 (The Strand). Turn left onto The Strand and follow it until you see the Nelson Monument located at the coordinates 53.4075568, -2.9919877. There are public parking options nearby, but be sure to check for parking fees which typically cost around £2-£3 per hour.

• Public Transport

  For those using public transport, start by taking a train to Liverpool Lime Street Station, which is well connected from various regions in North West England. From the station, you can walk to the Nelson Monument. Exit the station and head towards St. George's Hall. Continue straight onto William Brown Street, then take a right onto the A5038 (Canning Place). Walk along the road until you reach The Strand, where you will find the Nelson Monument. The walk takes approximately 15-20 minutes. Be sure to check the train schedules and fares beforehand; a typical ticket from Manchester to Liverpool costs around £5-£10.

• Bus

  If you prefer to travel by bus, several services operate from various towns and cities in North West England to Liverpool. Look for buses heading to Liverpool One Bus Station. Once you arrive at Liverpool One, exit the bus station and walk towards The Strand. The Nelson Monument is approximately a 10-minute walk from there. Buses typically cost around £3-£5 for a single journey, depending on your starting location, and frequencies vary by time of day.