Liverpool’s most Instagrammable spots – Best photo locations in the city

Whether you’re planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Liverpool or a short city break, capturing the city’s most iconic moments on camera is all part of the experience. From world-famous Beatles landmarks to creative neighbourhoods and waterfront views, Liverpool is packed with Instagrammable locations.

This guide highlights the best Instagram photo spots in Liverpool, with a special focus on Strawberry Field Liverpool, one of the city’s most meaningful and photographed attractions.

Strawberry Field Liverpool – The City’s Most Iconic Instagram Location

No guide to Instagrammable places in Liverpool would be complete without Strawberry Field, the world-famous attraction in Woolton, South Liverpool, that inspired The Beatles’ song Strawberry Fields Forever. Beatles dan's travel from all over the world, just to get a photo by its iconic gates.

Strawberry Field Liverpool is a unique visitor attraction combining music history, heritage and beautifully designed outdoor spaces, making it one of the most photographed locations in the city. Visitors can capture memorable Instagram photos including:

• A selfie at the iconic red Strawberry Field gates
• Photos with John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ piano
• The original Salvation Army children’s home gates
• The Sgt. Pepper-inspired bandstand
• Peaceful garden photography in the landscaped grounds

As both a cultural landmark and a place of reflection, Strawberry Field offers a deeper travel experience than many other Liverpool attractions. Whether you’re a Beatles fan, a music lover, or simply looking for meaningful travel photography, Strawberry Field Liverpool is one of the city’s must-visit Instagram spots.

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Royal Albert Dock – Liverpool’s Most Photographed Waterfront

Located on Liverpool’s historic waterfront, Royal Albert Dock Liverpool is one of the city’s most recognisable and Instagrammed locations.

The dock’s red-brick warehouses, cobbled walkways, and reflections across the water create classic Liverpool photo opportunities. Albert Dock is especially popular at sunset and in the evening, when the lights reflect across the River Mersey. With museums, galleries and restaurants on site, it’s an easy stop for both sightseeing and photography. 

The Liverpool Sign at Liverpool ONE

In the heart of Liverpool city centre, the Liverpool Sign at Liverpool ONE is a popular spot for first-time visitors.

Measuring 14.5 metres long, the sign is regularly redesigned by artists, meaning each visit offers a different backdrop. Its central location makes it ideal for quick selfies while exploring Liverpool’s shops, restaurants, and nearby waterfront attractions.

Street Art in the Baltic Triangle

The Baltic Triangle is one of Liverpool’s most creative districts and a hotspot for street art photography.

Just a short walk from the city centre, this area features large-scale murals and ever-changing artworks, including Paul Curtis’ Beatles-inspired Abbey Road mural and Liver Bird wings, and John Culshaw's Secretary Bird. It’s ideal for bold, colourful Instagram content and modern urban photography.

Port Sunlight – A Picture-Perfect Village Near Liverpool

A short drive from Liverpool, Port Sunlight is one of the most picturesque villages in Merseyside.

Known for its historic architecture, gardens, and the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Port Sunlight offers timeless photo opportunities in a peaceful setting. It’s particularly popular in spring and summer when the village is in bloom.

Crosby Beach – Antony Gormley’s Another Place

Located north of Liverpool, Crosby Beach is home to Antony Gormley’s Another Place, one of the region’s most striking public art installations.

The 100 cast-iron figures stretching along the shoreline create dramatic, atmospheric photographs, especially at sunrise or sunset. The ever-changing tides and skies make each visit visually unique.

Ron’s Place – A Hidden Art Gem in the Liverpool City Region

Situated in Birkenhead, Ron’s Place is one of the Liverpool City Region’s most unusual and visually compelling attractions.

Created by artist Ron Gittins, this underground space features detailed carvings and sculptural rooms inspired by mythology and history. Access is by guided tour only, but the interiors offer rare and unforgettable photography opportunities.