Fan Stay
Hope Street Hotel
Liverpool's original boutique hotel on the iconic Hope Street, between both cathedrals. A favorite of visiting football managers and music industry figures with its award-winning London Carriage Works restaurant.
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Goodison Park
Liverpool, England · Capacity: 40,157
About Goodison Park
Historic home of Everton FC since 1892, one of the oldest purpose-built football stadiums in the world. With a capacity of 39,414, it has hosted FA Cup finals, World Cup matches, and over a century of English football history.
- Opened: 1892
- Capacity: 40,157
- Architect: Archibald Leitch
- Operator: Everton F.C.
- Home teams: Everton F.C., Everton F.C. Women
- Owner: Everton F.C.
Fan Guide · Everton FC
Goodison Park: the Grand Old Lady
Goodison Park — “the Grand Old Lady” — was Everton's home for more than a century, one of the oldest purpose-built football grounds in the world, packed tight into a Liverpool neighbourhood with the famous Dixie Dean statue outside.
It's across Stanley Park from Anfield, in the football-and-Beatles city of Liverpool.
Below are the Liverpool stays, restaurants and bars fans use around Goodison Park.
Fan tip: It's a short walk across Stanley Park from Anfield — Liverpool's two great grounds almost share a backyard.
Where Fans Stay, Eat & Drink near Goodison Park
All Liverpool hotspots →Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Goodison Park in Liverpool — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the stadium first.
Where to Stay
Fan Stay
Malmaison Liverpool
Stylish boutique hotel in the Princes Dock area with waterfront views. The brasserie and bar make it a complete matchday base camp with easy access to both Anfield and the city centre.
Fan Stay
Titanic Hotel Liverpool
Stunning hotel in the historic Stanley Dock tobacco warehouse, a Grade II listed building. The industrial-chic design celebrates Liverpool's maritime heritage while offering modern luxury near the football grounds.
Bars & Pubs
Alma de Cuba
Spectacular cocktail bar housed in a former Polish Catholic church. The dramatic interior with original pillars and stained glass makes it one of Liverpool's most unique nightlife venues.
The Florist
Theatrical cocktail bar in a stunning botanical setting on Hardman Street. The immersive floral decor and creative cocktails make it Liverpool's most Instagrammed bar.
The Philharmonic Dining Rooms
Grade I listed pub considered one of the most ornate in Britain. Located near both cathedrals, it's a pre-match institution for Liverpool fans. The mosaic floors, copper panels, and stained glass make it a destination in itself.
The Shipping Forecast
Liverpool's beloved independent live music venue and bar on Slater Street. The basement hosts emerging acts while upstairs serves craft cocktails with a curated vinyl soundtrack.
Restaurants
Fan Eats
Baltic Market
Liverpool's first street food market in a converted warehouse in the Baltic Triangle, with rotating vendors, craft beer, and live music on weekends.
Fan Eats
Bold Street Coffee
Liverpool's beloved independent coffee shop on the iconic Bold Street. A favorite pre-match stop and a central hub of the city's creative scene.
Fan Eats
Duke Street Market
Liverpool's vibrant independent food hall bringing together the city's best street food vendors under one roof. Perfect pre-match or post-concert casual dining.
Fan Eats
Maray
Liverpool's acclaimed Middle Eastern-inspired small plates restaurant on Bold Street. The sharing plates concept and vibrant atmosphere have earned national recognition.
Fan Eats
Mowgli Street Food
The original Mowgli location on Bold Street, founded by Nisha Katona MBE. Authentic Indian street food in a vibrant setting — a Liverpool institution that has since expanded nationally.
Things to Do
Attraction
Anfield Stadium Tour & The Liverpool FC Story
Touch the famous 'This Is Anfield' sign as you walk through the players' tunnel at Liverpool FC's legendary home ground. The tour includes The Kop, the dugouts, press room, and the award-winning LFC Story museum covering six European Cups, the Shankly era, and the modern Klopp revolution.
Attraction
Anfield Stadium Tour & Museum
Behind-the-scenes tour of Anfield including the players' tunnel, dressing rooms, and the chance to touch the famous 'This Is Anfield' sign. The museum chronicles Liverpool FC's illustrious 130+ year history.
Attraction
The Beatles Story
Dive into the world's largest permanent Beatles exhibition at Albert Dock, tracing the Fab Four's journey from Liverpool's Cavern Club to global superstardom. The immersive experience includes replica sets of the Cavern stage, Abbey Road studio, and a recreated Yellow Submarine — a perfect cultural complement to a Liverpool match weekend.
Attraction
Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium
Everton FC's stunning new 52,888-capacity waterfront stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock. A landmark addition to Liverpool's skyline and one of the most anticipated stadium openings in Premier League history.
Things to Do
Mathew Street Pub Crawl
The legendary Mathew Street and surrounding Beatles Quarter is ground zero for Liverpool nightlife. From The Cavern to Eric's to the Wall of Fame, every pub has a story.
Attraction
Tate Liverpool
The northern home of the Tate collection in Albert Dock, featuring international modern and contemporary art. A cultural anchor that elevates Liverpool beyond football and music.
Plan Your Trip to Goodison Park
Goodison Park in Liverpool is tracked across 0 events and seats 40,157 fans. Here's how fans build a trip around it:
- Anchor Event: Use the event cards below to select your next anchor date.
- Post-Event Path: Continue into Liverpool and Liverpool hotspots for food, bars, and stay options.
Sources & References
Structured facts on this page (capacity, opening year, architect, ownership) are compiled from public reference databases and verified against venue coordinates.
Frequently Asked Questions About Goodison Park
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Goodison Park has a capacity of 40,157 people.
Goodison Park opened in 1892. It was designed by Archibald Leitch.
Everton F.C., Everton F.C. Women play home games at Goodison Park in Liverpool.
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