360 Sky Bar

You'll take the lift up knowing you're paying for the view as much as the drinks, and honestly, that's fine by me. The wraparound terrace gives you Liverpool's best vantage point – the Albert Dock spread out below, the river glinting beyond, and on clear days you can practically see into tomorrow. Inside feels a bit corporate hotel-ish, but step outside and you remember why you came. The cocktail menu runs predictable but decent, though I've had wildly different experiences depending on which bartender's on shift. Stick to the classics and you'll be fine. Yes, you're paying city-centre prices for what's essentially a tourist spot, but when the sun's setting over the water and the city's twinkling below, you'll forget about your bank balance for a minute.