Liverpool is known for its beautiful architecture and is a city steeped in history, with more than 2,500 listed buildings protected from being altered or demolished.
Dating back to 1530, the city’s oldest building is still available for the public to visit, as are many of the other beautiful structures in Liverpool.
Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 of the oldest buildings in the city.
9. Rodney Street Townhouses
All 60 townhouses on Rodney Street are Grade II listed, and were built in 1783. The beautiful Georgian houses have featured in hit TV shows and housed former political figures. | Phil Nash via Wikimedia Photo: Phil Nash via Wikimedia
10. St Peter’s Church
St Peter’s Church on Seel Street, now home to Alma de Cuba was originally built in 1788. It closed its doors in 1978 and re-opened in 2005 as the iconic Alma de Cuba venue. | Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 4.0 Photo: Rodhullandemu/CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikimedia
11. The Lyceum
The Lyceum, Bold Street, was built in 1800 and originally operated as a newsroom and library. It was then home to a gentleman’s club until 1952. It the 1980s it opened as a post office, and is currently home to a restaurant. | John Bradley via Wikimedia Photo: John Bradley/Wikimedia
12. The Black-E
Built in 1811, the Black-E is the former Great George Congregational Church near Liverpool’s Chinese arch. It is now a community centre and arts space. | Rodhullandemu, CC BY-SA 4.0 Photo: Rodhullandemu/CC BY-SA 4.0/Wikimedia