Cathedral: Daily, 7.30am – 6.00pm
Crypt: Monday – Saturday, 10.00am – 4.00pm (last entry 3.30pm)
Car Park: 7.30am – 6.00pm
The Cathedral sits at the top of Mount Pleasant, right in the heart of Liverpool. It’s easy to reach by foot, bus, train, or car.
On Foot
A 10-minute walk from the city centre. Head for the Adelphi Hotel, then follow Mount Pleasant up the hill to the Cathedral.
By Bus
The City Sightseeing Bus and City Explorer Bus stop at the Cathedral.
From Liverpool One Bus Station: 79, 86A, 86, 86C
From Queen Square Bus Station: 79, 7
For full travel information, visit Traveline or call 0870 608 2608.
By Train
Liverpool Lime Street Station is about a 10-minute walk. Follow signs to the universities and Cathedrals.
Central Station (Merseyrail) is also nearby — exit the main entrance, walk up Mount Pleasant past the Adelphi Hotel, and follow the signs to the Cathedral.
By Car
Satnav: L3 5TQ or Mount Pleasant
Follow brown tourist signs for “Cathedrals” or “Liverpool University”
From the M62: follow signs to Cathedrals
From Wirral: use Wallasey or Birkenhead tunnels (toll fees apply)
1 hour: £2.00
Up to 3 hours: £5.00
All day (8.00am–6.00pm): £8.00
Evening (Cathedral function only, 6.00pm–11.00pm): £5.00
Height restriction: 7ft 6in
No overnight parking
Designated accessible spaces clearly marked
Additional parking is available at the University of Liverpool’s Mount Pleasant car park opposite the Cathedral.
Coaches and Minibuses
Short-term parking is available by prior arrangement. Email enquiries@metcathedral.org.uk to book.
We want everyone to feel welcome and able to explore the Cathedral comfortably.
Step-free access is available via the Cathedral car park, and lifts provide access to all visitor areas, including the Crypt.
Only assistance dogs are permitted inside the Cathedral.
For full details, visit our Accessibility page.
We are committed to maintaining a safe, welcoming and peaceful environment for all who visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King.
Your safety is our priority. Security staff are available to help if needed.
Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong, report it to a member of staff or Cathedral Security.
In an emergency, call 999.
Through attentive stewardship and close co-operation with local authorities, we continue to support a secure atmosphere where everyone can gather with confidence and peace of mind.
Photography is welcome throughout the Cathedral, except during services, concerts, and rehearsals.
Video cameras and drones are not permitted.
Photography is not permitted in the Crypt Treasury.
For commercial photography requests, please contact enquiries@metcathedral.org.uk
The Cathedral organ is regularly tuned to keep it in peak condition. Visits during tuning may be noisier than usual.
2026 tuning dates:
10 Jun | 3 Jul | 31 Jul | 3 Sep | 1 Oct | 3 Nov