This 1-hour leisurely walk along the waterfront and the Royal Albert Dock with a fun qualified local tour guide is perfect for a family and the children will all go free of charge. This fun family tour will showcase the stunning architecture & explain the rich maritime history of this magnificent city which was once the second port in the British Empire.You will learn about the impact made with years of trading and with lots of American and Canadian connections for example once Samuel Cunard realised he was able to regularise the mail service. Imports and exports, Rum, Sugar, Cotton, Tobacco & “Superlambananas!”.The route is level and starts close to the Cruise Terminal and continues alongside the famous River Mersey. Your local tour guide will explain why since 1712 Liverpool has peaked and been in decline and yet now especially since its European Capital Culture Year of 2008 it has once again risen from the ashes and emerged as the most vibrant UK city outside of London.