Why people love visiting culturally rich Birkenhead
Enjoy the area's culture, museums and theatre scene with a rental holiday home in Birkenhead. This city is well-known for its shopping and casino gaming. Royal Albert Dock and Anfield Stadium are just a couple of the must-see attractions in the area. With a holiday rental, you get a home away from home – many rentals offer full kitchens and outdoor grills for some home cooking.
Activities and attractions in and around Birkenhead
Are you searching for top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that Birkenhead has to offer. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Royal Liverpool Golf Club (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- Aintree Racecourse (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- Knowsley Safari Park (10.4 mi / 16.8 km)
- Blue Planet Aquarium (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Chester Zoo (12.9 mi / 20.7 km)
- Chester Golf Club (14.9 mi / 24 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Birkenhead
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Birkenhead is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sefton Park (4.4 mi / 7 km)
- Sefton Park Palm House (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
- Newsham Park (5 mi / 8 km)
- Thurstaston Beach (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- West Kirby Marine Lake (6 mi / 9.6 km)
- West Kirby Beach (6 mi / 9.7 km)
How to get to and around Birkenhead
The nearest airport is in Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon), located 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Chester (CEG-Hawarden), which is 15 mi (24.1 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Birkenhead Park Station, Birkenhead Central Station and Conway Park Station are the main stations in the city.