The Ultimate Liverpool Hen Do Guide 2023

For a fancy start to the evening, head to the Peacock Bar which is just a 9-minute walk from the main station. You can get classic cocktails, such as Cosmopolitan and Mojito, and signatures such as Vegas Fire, made with rhubarb vodka! It doesn’t just serve cocktails, it also has an Artisan pizza oven, we did say it was fancy. You can get cheekily named pizzas such as “sausage party” and “missionary with the lights off”. It has neon lights (a classic for insta), outdoor seating (so you can enjoy the warm weather if you’re lucky) and fab deals on cocktails that run all week. A whole host of reasons why the hens would go flocking to the Peacock!

Prepare to be bowled over by our next choice of venue. Pins, which is just an 8 minutes’ walk from the Royal Albert Dock, is so much more than a bowling alley. You can have a fab time playing 10 pin bowling, but also there is also table tennis, pool, big TVs, an amazing bar, outdoor seating, awesome tasty food (think great quality burgers and pizza) and big comfy sofas, great for making new friends. They even do a Sunday roast, so you can come back the next day for the perfect hangover cure. It becomes an 18+ venue after 6pm and a 21+ venue after 9pm, which is handy to know if you’ve got any 18–20 year olds with the hen party. If you’re into wholesome fun, then Pins will be right up your alley!

Très in French means “very” and this venue is certainly very cool. Situated just a 1-minute walk from the Cavern Club, this one-level space, with its high ceilings chandeliers and state of the art sound and lighting system, just screams luxury. Tres can sort out awesome add ons to your hen party such as balloons, backdrops and welcome drinks, if you get in touch in advance. With awesome drinks and a totally instagrammable interior, it’s certainly très bien!

Take the party to the next level, with this awesome nightclub! Situated in the Ropewalks area, Level is Liverpool’s biggest club. It has 3 floors with State-of-the-art light/ sound & LED walls and plays music ranging from Hip-hop to Pop to Electro to House and more. There are multiple booths and suites, VIP bars and an outdoor smoking terrace making for the ultimate night out! They advise a smart/casual dress code, so best to check before donning your best fancy dress.

This fab nightclub won’t give you the heebie jeebies, but will give you good vibes. Welcome to three floors of drink, music and memories. This club is for you if you like Indie music, pitchers filled to the brim with cocktails or beer and a cracking atmosphere. This awesome venue, located in the Ropewalks area, comes complete with a cocktail bar, an outdoor courtyard and an underground club.

Now who’s up for going to a classy tavern? Located on James Street, this gastro pub is a perfect place to relax and unwind with a cocktail (many other drink choices available) and some amazing food, such as Steak and Chips or Katsu Chicken curry. The old bank is incredibly tastefully decorated with chandeliers and an ornate ceiling. As the name suggests, The Old Bank used to be a fully functioning bank, making the venue so unique and aesthetically pleasing, with its high ceiling and pillars. You can ‘bank’ on it being a good time.

Located in Concert Square, Modo is party central. Set over two floors, this impressive nightclub has a large dancefloor, heated outdoor space, booths, a light wall and terrace. Downstairs, you have the club room and upstairs you have Paradiso, a forest themed lounge. Modo is known for its great drinks. On both levels you have an extensive cocktail menu. Modo has been a staple in a Liverpool night out for over 25 years.

If you’ve always want to go to Cuba, but haven’t, then Revolucion De Cuba is the next best thing. This Cuban-inspired bar, situated right next to the gorgeous Albert’s Dock, is the perfect place for rum lovers. Set over two floors, you can get delicious tapas, such as pork belly skewers and patatas bravas, and Cuban cocktails (with rum heavily featured as the spirit). Upstairs you have an exclusive rum bar where you can try a range of rums, including a 12-year-old rum. They also have outdoor seating, so you can sun yourself, if Liverpool’s weather has been kind to you. With Revolucion De Cuba, one thing’s for sure, you’ll be ‘Havana’ good time!

Popular with hen parties, Mason’s has a super cute subtle jungle theme, with green plants as a part of their tasteful décor. They’re particularly known for doing bottomless brunches, so it’s a great place to start the day. As a part of brunch, they do a range of small plates (such as Eggs Benedict and Crispy Chilli Beef) as well as Japanese inspired donburi bowls, if you fancy an interesting alternative to a full English. Situated centrally, in the middle of the Ropewalks, Mason’s does great food, great drinks and great times, what more could you want?

Add a bit of intrigue to your hen do with 81 LTD. 81 LTD is only accessible through a hidden locked steel door. You have to text 07803 361 052 to get the secret code. You can only enter this bar by appointment, so make sure to book ahead on the website. Once you’ve successfully gained entry, you will find a speakeasy style cocktail bar, a bit like Fat Sam’s Grand Slam, from the film Bugsy Malone. You will be welcomed to an intimate space, with awesome craft cocktails. Located in the Eastern part of the Ropewalks, this swanky little cocktail bar is bound to surprise and delight.

Obviously, the Royal Albert Docks has amazing bars, but it’s also home to a surprising number of museums and galleries. The famous Tate Liverpool gallery can be found on the Albert Dock, as well as the Maritime Museum, the International Slavery Museum and of course, the Beatles Story. It’s also home to one of the largest collections of Grade 1 listed buildings.

You don’t have to be a Beatles mega fan to enjoy this delightful attraction. Become immersed in bright colours, fab outfits and amazing exhibits. This exhibition, which tells the story of 4 Liverpool lads who shot to stardom, gives you lots of ‘fab’ photo opportunities for you and the girls.

I can show you the world… museum! With an aquarium, planetarium and even a bug house, the World Museum has a whole host of exhibitions on offer, revealing millions of years of the Earth’s history.

The Walker Art Gallery is arguably one of the grandest museums in the UK, thanks to its impressive collection of work from famed artists such as Rembrandt and Poussin. Be sure to check out the sculpture display on the first floor. A great opportunity to walk around looking at paintings and pointing to your mate like “that’s you”!

Another Beatles attraction not to miss is the iconic Cavern Club on Mathew Street. Not only is it home to a wealth of memorabilia, it is where the Beatles found their fame. With the venue still hosting live acts, it can get busy, so it’s best to buy tickets to avoid disappointment.

The newest addition to the National Museums Liverpool Group, is also the largest museum in the UK for more than 100 years. The Museum of Liverpool is home to some fascinating pieces as well as more sentimental ones, such as the Double Fantasy exhibition, which celebrates the life of John Lennon and Yoko Ono.

St John’s Beacon, AKA Radio City Tower, looms over Liverpool standing at 400ft. If you’ve got a head for heights, then the tower’s viewing platform is the place to go. Offering panoramic views over the city. On a clear day you can even see as far as Wales and the Lake District.

Having celebrated its 30th birthday in 2019, Tate has grown to become the heart of Liverpool’s cultural scene. Featuring major exhibitions of modern art, from all over the world, it’s easy to see why this is one of Liverpool’s biggest attractions, bringing in more than 600,000 visitors a year.

Did you know, Liverpool is home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe? The arch to mark the entrance to the city’s traditional Chinatown is the largest outside of mainland China and stands at 16 feet high. It commemorates the twinning of Liverpool and Shanghai.

Located at the Pier Head, the Liverpool Waterfront is iconic, with the ‘Three Graces’ dominating the landscape. The Cunard Building, the Port of Liverpool Building and the Royal Liver Building make up Liverpool’s prominent cityscape. They even have fabled Liver birds, which legend says, will wipe Liverpool from existence if they fly away.