Mathew Street Gallery

Artist-run gallery in the basement below Cavern Club showcasing contemporary Liverpool artists and Beatles-inspired art. The space occupies former fruit warehouses where John Lennon's aunt Mimi worked before his fame, maintaining exposed brick walls and low ceilings. At 30-45 minutes and free entry, it works well slotted between larger visits rather than as a standalone destination.

Priority: Medium - include with 2+ days Time needed: 30-45 minutes Best for: authentic local art scene in historic beatles Skip if: You only want mainstream tourist attractions or prefer large museum-style galleries Cost: Free

Descend narrow stairs into intimate basement gallery with exposed brick walls and spotlit artwork. Browse paintings, photography and mixed media pieces while surrounded by the acoustic residue from Cavern Club performances above.

Accessibility: No wheelchair access due to narrow basement stairs, contact gallery for alternative viewing arrangements

Authentic local art scene in historic Beatles location, often featuring work by Liverpool art school graduates. It is not the first thing you should see in Liverpool, but with two or more days it fills a gap the major sights leave. It pairs naturally with Cavern Club and Beatles Story And Cavern Walks - add it before or after without rearranging your day. Afternoon tends to work best here. Free entry makes the decision easy - walk in, see if it holds your attention, and leave when you have had enough.

Skip if: You only want mainstream tourist attractions or prefer large museum-style galleries

• Check social media for pop-up events and artist talks.
• Combine visit with Cavern Club evening shows.
• Small space fills quickly during openings.

Insider tip: Many featured artists studied at Liverpool John Moores University Art School, the same institution where John Lennon met Stuart Sutcliffe

Photography usually permitted but ask first, low lighting requires steady hands or higher ISO