Liverpool: Beatles Taxi Tour to Penny Lane & Strawberry Field

Summary

Follow the Beatles’ footsteps in Liverpool by taxi with stories at every stop

You’ll ride through Liverpool in a private taxi with a local guide who knows every Beatles story by heart. See Penny Lane’s real barber shop, touch the gates at Strawberry Field, visit Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and pause outside the childhood homes of John, Paul, George, and Ringo. If you’re a Beatles fan (or even just curious), you’ll feel something real here.

What’s the experience like?

We hopped into the black cab right outside Lime Street — our driver, Paul (not that Paul), grinned and asked if we were ready for “a proper Beatles day.” I still had my coffee in hand, not sure what to expect, but as soon as we turned onto Penny Lane, something clicked. The barber shop is really there, just like the song says. Kids zipped past on bikes and an older man waved from his garden. Paul told us how he used to walk this street as a kid — it felt weirdly intimate hearing about his own memories mixed in with Lennon’s.

The taxi rolled on through drizzly Liverpool streets — honestly, the rain made everything feel more real. At Strawberry Field, there was this sweet smell of wet grass and earth, and someone had left a little bouquet at the red gates. Paul played us a bit of “Strawberry Fields Forever” from his phone and for a second it was just us and that song echoing through the trees. He pointed out where John used to sneak in as a boy (I tried to imagine it — hard not to smile). It’s funny how these places aren’t polished or touristy; they’re just part of the city.

We saw Eleanor Rigby’s grave next (I didn’t expect to feel much but… yeah). There were fresh flowers there too. Paul joked about all the people who come searching for her story — he said even locals still argue about who she really was. The tour moved fast but never rushed; we stopped by each of the Beatles’ childhood homes, and at one point I caught myself staring at George’s old front door thinking about how ordinary it looked. That’s maybe what stuck with me most — these legends started out here, on these quiet streets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Beatles landmarks in Liverpool

• Visit Strawberry Field inspiration
• See Penny Lane barber shop
• View childhood homes of band members

Top questions

Is this Beatles tour in Liverpool accessible for wheelchairs?

Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

How long does the private Beatles taxi tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

What sites do you visit on this Liverpool Beatles tour?

You visit Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, Eleanor Rigby’s grave, and the childhood homes of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr.

Does this tour include transportation?

Yes, private transportation by taxi is included throughout the tour.

Can infants or small children join this Beatles tour?

Yes, infants can ride on an adult's lap or in a pram or stroller.

Is public transport nearby after the tour ends?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation by taxi around Liverpool with a local guide sharing stories at every stop; you’ll see landmarks like Penny Lane and Strawberry Field up close before returning to your starting point. The experience is wheelchair accessible and suitable for families with young children or service animals too.