Liverpool is no stranger to the spotlight. From gritty British dramas to major Hollywood blockbusters, the city’s dramatic skyline, grand architecture, and historic streets have made it a favourite with directors and producers for decades. If you are staying at PREMIER SUITES Liverpool, you are perfectly placed to explore many of these filming locations on foot or by public transport.

This is your guide to some of the most iconic film and television locations in the city, past, present, and still in production.

This City is Ours (BBC, 2024 to Present)

One of the most talked about new dramas on the BBC, This City is Ours is filmed entirely in Liverpool and is currently airing. It follows local characters caught in a web of crime, family ties, and power struggles, and it puts the city front and centre.

Key filming locations include:

• Liverpool Waterfront – Sweeping drone shots of the Mersey and the skyline feature regularly
• Castle Street, Dale Street, and Bold Street – Used for action sequences, conversations, and street scenes
• Exchange Flags and Moorfields – Featured in chase scenes and establishing shots

Crews are still filming around the city, so do not be surprised if you see cameras rolling while you are out exploring. If you are watching the show during your visit, you might spot places you passed that same day.

The Batman (2022)

In 2021, Liverpool was transformed into Gotham City. Robert Pattinson took on the role of Bruce Wayne in The Batman, directed by Matt Reeves. Instead of green screens or sets, Reeves chose Liverpool’s moody backdrop to give Gotham its gothic edge.

Standout filming spots include:

• St George’s Hall – Doubled as Gotham City Hall. The building’s columns and grand interior were perfect for the mayor’s funeral scene
• Royal Liver Building – Used as Gotham Police Headquarters. One of the film’s most talked about moments features Batman leaping from the rooftop to escape the police
• Anfield Cemetery – The final act of the film was shot here, showing Batman and Catwoman riding through the cemetery as they go their separate ways

Each of these landmarks is close to the city centre and easily reached from PREMIER SUITES Liverpool by foot or bus.

Taylor Swift Music Video (2024)

In early 2024, pop icon Taylor Swift arrived in Liverpool to film parts of her new music video. Although the exact details of the project remain under wraps, locals spotted the crew filming at:

• Royal Albert Dock – Known for its atmospheric lighting and waterfront views
• Liverpool Town Hall – Used for exterior shots with extras in costume
• Castle Street – Closed off for a night shoot, with retro vehicles and street props

Taylor is not the first global star to film here, and she will not be the last. Liverpool continues to be a top pick for artists wanting urban drama, period architecture, and an energetic vibe.

TV Shows Still Filming in Liverpool

Liverpool is not just for blockbusters. It is a go to for long running and new television series, many of which are still filming today.

• Gwed (ITV) – This youth focused series is set and filmed in Liverpool and shows modern life in the city through the eyes of young locals
• Hollyoaks (Channel 4) – Although based in Chester, Liverpool is often used for urban scenes, nightclubs, and city backdrops
• The Responder – A BBC drama starring Martin Freeman, which used Liverpool’s residential streets and industrial estates extensively
• Peaky Blinders – Several seasons featured Liverpool docks and warehouses as stand ins for 1920s Birmingham
• Cobra – Political drama with street scenes filmed around Liverpool’s civic buildings

These shows highlight just how versatile Liverpool is. It can be gritty, glamorous, futuristic, or historic.

Other Notable Mentions

Many other productions have used Liverpool over the years, including:

• Fantastic Beasts – The Cunard Building was used as a stand in for 1920s New York
• Captain America: The First Avenger – Stanley Dock was dressed as Brooklyn for early scenes
• Nowhere Boy – The story of John Lennon’s early life was filmed across several Liverpool suburbs

From Hollywood action to British biography, the variety of settings around the city make it a film location dream.

Exploring from PREMIER SUITES Liverpool

The beauty of staying at PREMIER SUITES Liverpool is that you are right in the heart of it all. Many filming locations are a short walk away, and those that are further can be easily accessed by:

• Moorfields Station – Just minutes away, great for Merseyrail services
• Liverpool Lime Street Station – For national train travel
• Mersey Ferry – Cross the river to Wirral filming spots
• CityBike Liverpool – A fun, flexible way to get around and see multiple locations in one day

With a fully equipped kitchen, smart TV, and comfortable living space, you can also stream some of the shows and films at night and head out to the real locations the next morning.

Liverpool is a living film set, with the streets, buildings, and docks starring in more films and shows than most realise. From Hollywood capes to British crime dramas and global music videos, the city delivers drama, style, and grit.

When you stay at PREMIER SUITES Liverpool, you are stepping straight into the scene. Whether you are a film fanatic or a casual viewer, exploring the city through its on screen moments adds something extra to your stay.