St Helens Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A railway bridge over a river, a town in the background, and surrounding hills.
A large concrete sculpture of a human head with a wide mouth and prominent chin, set against a backdrop of trees and a partly cloudy sky.
A large white sculpture of a human head and shoulders in an open field.
A river reflecting a brick building and a modern glass structure.
A dog playing in a river with a tree branch in the water.
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Where to stay in St Helens

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A quiet street with houses, a brick building, and leafless trees.
Photo by David Long
Open Photo by David Long

Haydock

Visitors to Haydock enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Sankey Valley Park is worth a stop.

Rainford

Though Rainford may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Knowsley Safari Park and Citadel Arts Centre.

A train on tracks with a platform, a sign with an 'S', and houses in the background.
Photo by El Pollock
Open Photo by El Pollock

Thatto Heath

Though Thatto Heath may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sherdley Park and Citadel Arts Centre.

A large concrete sculpture of a human head with a wide mouth and prominent chin, set against a backdrop of trees and a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Deb & Alan's Travels
Open Photo by Deb & Alan's Travels

Clock Face

While Clock Face may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sherdley Park and Dream.

A rural road curving through a field with a large tree and a house in the background.
Photo by Gary Rogers
Open Photo by Gary Rogers

Crank

While there might not be top attractions in Crank, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Knowsley Safari Park and Sherdley Park.

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport

4 out of 5
Outwood Lane Manchester England
The price is 2.862.695 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.862.695 ₫
3.435.234 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,462 reviews)
"Air-conditioning didn't work, amd power continued to cut out due to a faulty wall socket. Staff didnt offer room change, just flipped the power back on"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Clayton Hotel, Manchester Airport
a&o Manchester City Centre

a&o Manchester City Centre

3 out of 5
21 Dickinson Street Manchester England
The price is 1.538.364 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
1.538.364 ₫
1.888.844 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
a&o Manchester City Centre
Titanic Hotel Liverpool

Titanic Hotel Liverpool

4 out of 5
Stanley Dock, Regent Road Liverpool England
The price is 2.956.335 ₫ per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
2.956.335 ₫
3.633.215 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,391 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Staff helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Titanic Hotel Liverpool
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Native Manchester

Native Manchester

4.5 out of 5
51 Ducie Street Manchester England
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Native Manchester
Citadines City Centre Liverpool

Citadines City Centre Liverpool

4 out of 5
72 Church Street Liverpool England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Liverpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,336 reviews)
"Very central location and very quiet!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Citadines City Centre Liverpool
Whitworth Locke

Whitworth Locke

4 out of 5
74 Princess St. Manchester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Whitworth Locke
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Stay near popular St Helens attractions

Sherdley Park

6.0/10 (4 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Sherdley Park, a lovely green space in St Helens. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
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A tall brick lighthouse with arched windows and a door at the base.

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A sandy beach with dunes and a wooden fence.

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An aerial view of a town with a river, green fields, and a bridge.

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