About this tour
Explore Liverpool's criminal and darker chapters on this 90-minute private walking tour led by a local guide. You'll traverse nocturnal streets uncovering the city's involvement in the slave trade, infamous murders, prison brutality, and public executions. Visit sites connected to historical figures and events that shaped the city's shadowy past, from the docks to cemeteries and former places of confinement.
Highlights
- Dockside accounts of Liverpool's slave trade operations
- Castle Street and the women accused of witchcraft
- Main Bridewell Prison's grim detention conditions
- Covent Garden's unsolved murder case details
- Water Street executions and gallows history
- Underground catacombs and cemetery walks
- Local guide expertise on hidden criminal narratives
What to expect
Your guide will lead you through darker corners of central Liverpool after dark, stopping at specific locations tied to historical violence and injustice. Expect to hear detailed accounts of the slave trade's footprint in the city, criminal cases that scandalised Victorian society, and the brutality of 19th-century prisons and public punishment. You'll walk through cemeteries and above subterranean spaces while your guide contextualises these sites within Liverpool's broader history. The tour balances uncomfortable truths with historical perspective.
Good to know
The route is wheelchair accessible with level surfaces throughout. Prams and strollers are welcome. Service animals permitted. Public transport is nearby if needed. The tour involves walking at evening hours; wear appropriate footwear and weather-appropriate clothing. Not suitable for those with heart conditions or severe mobility limitations.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour take?
- Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour runs for approximately 1h 30m.
- How much does Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $135 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Liverpool Dark Side Walking Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.