From being the home of the Beatles to having a wide range of museums and galleries, Liverpool is one of the UKs top tourist spots. But what you might not know is that Liverpool is a hotspot for incredible independent shops and eateries, offering unique finds that you can only get when you visit the brilliant city that is Liverpool.

To help you plan your next trip, we’ve collated some of the best independent haunts that’ll make you want to hop on the next train to Liverpool.

The Baltic Market

A list of Liverpool’s best independents wouldn’t be complete without a reference to the Baltic Market. As Liverpool’s first street food market, it’s a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Gone are the days where you pick a restaurant to satisfy everyone’s dietary requirements! Here you can simply choose your favourite cuisine and tuck in with your mates.

Vendors here change regularly, so it’s best to keep coming back to try more fresh, tasty food.

Bold Street Coffee

With Britons getting through 1,352 coffees per year, it seems only right that the list of independents should feature a stellar coffee house. Tucked away in the city centre, Bold Street Coffee is a much-loved coffee shop known for its slow roasted coffee and delicious breakfasts.

With new evidence to suggest coffee is actually good for you, it’d be rude not to give Bold Street Coffee a try.

Clockworks

Nestled in an old warehouse that’s been standing for 200 years, Clockworks is a vision of exposed red brick, steelwork and iron.

But it’s not just impressive to look at.

Clockworks specialise in twisted British Classics. Sticking to traditional food and cocktails, the food is indulgent yet tasty and fresh, earning it a deserved reputation with the locals.

The Baltic Social

Smack-bang in the middle of Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle lies The Baltic Social. Combining quality food, craft beers, unusual drinks and wicked basslines, The Baltic Social has established itself as a place to socialize in an informal setting.

Whether you’re nipping in for a few beers after work or trying out the Afternoon Punk Tea or bottomless brunch, The Baltic Social is a firm favourite with those looking for something a little different.

Resurrection Vintage

Founded in 1991, Resurrection Vintage has been meeting the clothing needs of trendy Scousers for 30 years. What was once a small vintage clothes shop has grown into a two-story ensemble on Bold Street.

Packed to the brim with vintage finds, it’s worth popping in if you’re passing by!

The bottom line is that there is so much to see and do in Liverpool. From exploring the independent eateries to visiting some of the best coffee shops and vintage stores around, there’s one thing for certain: you won’t be bored during your trip to Liverpool.