How to Travel Around Liverpool with a Toddler
If you've ever travelled with a toddler, then by now you must know that your suitcase becomes twice as big, your schedule becomes your toddler's nap timetable, and even going up stairs feels like climbing a mountain. The bright side?
If you are planning a trip to Liverpool, it can be a lot easier. With flat paths on the waterfront, interactive free museums, and green parks, you'll be able to travel with your toddler in Liverpool without feeling that you are only struggling to get from one place to another, but you can actually take a holiday.
Whether a short break at the weekend or a day trip away from home, here is what you need to know to enjoy travelling with your toddler around Liverpool without losing your sanity, or worse, your child's pram.
How To Move Around
1. By Foot With Buggy In The City Centre
Walking around and using the stroller in Liverpool can be very easy. Liverpool's central area is quite small. The waterfront region covering the Royal Albert Dock and Pier Head is quite spacious, without any cars, and has a flat path without any bumpy sections.
You'll find lifts at the big shopping centres and also plenty of open walkways to avoid bumping into one another. However, there is a bit of an older cobbled street section near the docks. If you are going there, a stroller with good suspension will help a lot for your little one's bumpy ride.
2. Hire A Private Transport
If you are travelling in a large group, attending a family reunion, or simply visiting a big attraction on the outskirts like Knowsley Safari Park or Chester Zoo, travelling with the pushchairs and family members crowded on a city bus can be a huge mess. Instead, you can hire a private coach in Liverpool to keep everyone, along with your child, relaxed. You don’t have to worry about driving or worrying about your luggage all the way.
3. Ferry & Open-Top Buses
Other than that, you can go for the Mersey Ferry, which is a 50-minute cruise offering beautiful views and the pleasant sea breeze. Also, the strollers easily fit into the boat.
You can also travel via the city explorer buses, where the kids love to sit on the top enjoying the views and the cool wind. The only problem is that it is difficult to come on board with the stroller, plus there is hardly any space to keep your luggage.
Toddler Friendly Spots In Liverpool
If you want to keep your toddler entertained, you've got to make the activities multisensory and give them enough space to run around and have fun. Here are the places your toddlers would love, plus you can get to relax too:
1. Little Liverpool at Museum of Liverpool
This museum is situated close to the waterfront and has a whole section called "Little Liverpool". This play area is exclusively aimed at kids under six years of age. Inside this space, toddlers can play with blocks made of soft material, make mud pies, and splash in a fake river representing the Mersey.
2. World Museum
The World Museum is just one of those big attractions that you must get on the itinerary. This place is child-friendly, featuring lifts, wide corridors, and baby change facilities on several floors.
3. Sefton Park & The Palm House
If your toddler needs a bit of free play, Sefton Park is the place to go. This lovely park has flat, stroller-friendly paths; an amazing playground; ducks that you can look for by the lake; and the famous Palm House, where you can enjoy a hot drink. Here is a quick table for you to understand why these places are a must-visit with your kids:
Attraction - Key Toddler Feature - Buggy Accessibility
Museum of Liverpool - Little Liverpool dedicated under-6 play zone - Excellent: Ramps and Lifts
World Museum - Live Aquarium & Bug House - Excellent: Lifts available
Sefton Park - Play Park, Duck Pond & Open Green Space - Good: Wide paths
Mersey Ferry Cruise - River Views & boat excitement - Good: Easy boarding
Essential Tips for Exploring Liverpool with a Toddler
* Rest stop strategy: Instead of trying to rush from one thing to the next, take breaks in your schedule so you can just relax. The restaurants near Liverpool ONE are great because they have big chairs suitable for the prams, offer kids' menus and have plenty of space to park the pram away.
* Prepare For The Weather: Liverpool has a coastal climate so the weather can go from normal to stormy or rainy in a moment. A baby buggy wind and rain cover is a very useful thing to have, plus you'll need to have clothes handy that are easy to take off and put on.
* Keep Snacks With You: A snack break can save the day. Even though Liverpool is packed with amazing food options, keeping quick bites right in your daypack prevents hanger-induced meltdowns while you're in transit or waiting in line.
Bringing a toddler on your adventures around Liverpool doesn't have to be torture. The city is full of fun and family-friendly attractions. With reliable transport options, you're just about to be out on an adventure without any travel hassle and anxiety. Go with your toddler’s pace, bring a couple of meals or snacks along, and enjoy the charm of the city.