Formby Travel Guide
Liverpool
Popular places to visit
Anfield Stadium
Many locals consider the home of Liverpool’s soccer team sacred, and on a game day it is one of the most exciting places in the city.
Royal Albert Dock
Liverpool’s fashionable waterfront precinct is home to some of the city’s best restaurants and bars, and many of the city’s best museums.
Knowsley Safari Park
Visit the animals who call Knowsley Safari Park home during your trip to Liverpool. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Liverpool ONE
Shop, dine, play a round of golf or catch the latest movies in this enormous outdoor shopping and entertainment complex, right in the heart of Liverpool.
The Beatles Story Museum
Explore this dedicated museum to John, Paul, George and Ringo and learn the story of the Beatles.
Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
Catch a “Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey” from this ultra-modern terminal, then return to explore some of Liverpool’s best maritime, musical and artistic attractions.
Things to do
Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum
Liverpool: The Beatles Story Ticket
Liverpool: City & Beatles Tour with Live Guide & Live Music
Best Of Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Formby
The Liner Hotel
Room was as expected, clean warm and welcoming. Breakfast was good although some items where in need of refreshing. Very good reception staff , friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Room was absolutely spotless! I paid a little bit extra for rose petals and chocolates but for what I paid they were extremely high quality, staff were lovely. The room was absolutely amazing! We already can’t wait to go back!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Grand Hotel Blackpool
nice hotel
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Haydock M6 Jct23 by IHG
Clean room, nice breakfast, lot of choice. Staff excellent, friendly and helpful. Will book here again
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Resident Liverpool
Perfect stay and great price midweek
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Liverpool
What gorgeous rooms, fabulous stay
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Formby
Crosby
You'll enjoy the beaches and bars in Crosby. You might want to make time for a stop at Blundellsands Beach or Crosby Beach.
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the casinos and theme parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Floral Pavilion Theatre or New Brighton Beach.
Anfield
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Anfield. You might want to make time for a stop at Anfield Stadium or LFC Museum and Tour Centre.
Everton
Travellers enjoy Everton for its restaurants and museums. Consider checking out World of Glass while you're in the area.
Vauxhall
While visiting Vauxhall, you might make a stop by sights like Stanley Dock Tobacco Warehouse and Awesome Walls Climbing Centre.
Cavern Quarter
Cavern Quarter is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Cavern Club, a top place to visit in the area.
