Liverpool is a place where locals greet you with a smile, football is life, and the music of The Beatles still fills the air.
When you're not working, there's loads to do. You can check out the historic Albert Dock, the free museums and galleries, or just wander around the city's unique neighbourhoods and shops.
The Baltic Triangle is popular for creatives and techies, while areas like Lark Lane offer a more laid-back feel with indie shops, bars and cafes. If you need a break from the city, the beaches at Crosby or the Wirral are just a short train ride away.
It’s also a great base for exploring the rest of the country, with Manchester, the Lake District, and North Wales all within easy reach. For digital nomads looking for a decent mix of work and life, Liverpool is a solid choice.
The Good
- 🎉 Excellent nightlife
- 😋 Decent food options
- 👮 Safe
- 📡 Strong wifi coverage
- ✈️ Close to airport
- 🚌 Good public transport
- 🏛️ Architecture
- 🛍️ Shopping
The Bad
- 🏘️ Limited accomodation options
- 🗑️ Pollution
- 📡 Not many public wifi spots
- 🌧️ Weather
- 🥶 Cold winters
- 🥴 Can get a little rowdy
- 📸 Very Touristy
Living costs
- Liverpool is the 3rd most expensive place (out of 14) to live in United Kingdom
- The average salary in Liverpool is
- It's about 74% cheaper to live in Liverpool than it is New York
- You can expect to spend around $3,163.54 per month living here
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- Prices are estimates and should be used as a guide only. We accept no responsibility for inaccuracies in data.
- Prices adjusted to reflect exchange rates as of 3rd Jun 2026
Safety
Generally safe with low violent crime rates; however, some areas may experience petty crime, so remain vigilant.
Where to stay
1. Ropewalks
- Nightlife
- Hip & Trendy
- Students
Ropewalks is a popular, lively area known for its independent shops, galleries, and nightlife.
It's a great choice if you're looking for unique shops, restaurants, bars, and a fun atmosphere.
2. Baltic Triangle
- Alternative / Bohemian
- Up & Coming
- Hip & Trendy
If you're looking for an artistic area, the Baltic Triangle is the place to be.
This former industrial neighbourhood has been transformed into Liverpool's centre of creativity, with converted warehouses, street art, and a strong independent scene.
Where to eat
Nightlife
Spanish Caravan
34 Slater St, Liverpool L1 4BXA celebration of Mediterranean living. Sangrias, cervezas & cocktails soaked in Balearic vibes with a Scouse twist.
Where to work
Transport
Train
One of the easiest ways to get around Liverpool is by train. The Merseyrail network covers the entire city and surrounding area and is one of the busiest rail networks in the UK outside of London.
There are four main underground stations in the city centre - Central, Lime Street, James Street and Moorfields.
There are also regular trains from Lime Street Station to other cities such as Manchester, Leeds or London.
Bus
Liverpool is also served by a decent bus service with regular services into and around the city centre. You will find the main bus terminal at Liverpool One and others at places such as Queens Square in the city centre.
Saveaway
A Saveaway ticket is a one-day off peak ticket that allows you unlimited travel on trains and buses throughout the city and surrounding area. It's the cheapest option if you plan on exploring and can be bought at any Merseyrail ticket office.
Taxi
You will see tons of black cabs lined up at taxi ranks throughout the city centre or you can call private cabs. Delta are probably the largest private hire taxi company in the city.
This isn't the cheapest option however so we would only recommend using taxis when absolutely necessary.
Delta TaxisRide Hailing
A cheaper option (depending on the destination) could be Uber which operates in the city or Comcab - which lets your hail black cabs via their app
Ride hailing apps
The must have ride hailing apps to ensure you can get from A to B
Internet speed
Liverpool has great internet coverage and connectivity. Some bars and restaurants may not have wifi freely available however.
Time difference
🤫 Pro tip
A Saveaway ticket is a travel day pass and the easiest, most affordable way of getting around the city. It allows you to hop-on and off buses, trains and even ferries (off-peak) and can be purchased at any rail station, mersey travel centre or some newsagents throughout the city.When to visit
May to Sep
Nov to Feb
Average temperatures
Who it suits
Places near Liverpool
Wrexham
Ryan Reynolds, lager and football
Manchester
Rain, music, and Coronation Street.
Leeds
Yorkshire sass and epic nights out.
Birmingham
Brummies and top class curries.
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Geordies, Brown Ale, and the Bigg Market.
Cardiff
Castles, culture and nightlife
Dublin
Lively pubs, friendly locals, and the River Liffey.
Bristol
Banksy, cider, and West Country charm.
Belfast
Great craic, ship yards, and charming accents
Edinburgh
Kilts, castles, and The Royal Mile.