If you’ve been on the lookout for the best bars in Liverpool for a hen party, you probably already know that the city’s nightlife scene is more competitive than the Olympics.
Tonight Josephine is the safest bet for a big group, with drag shows and bottomless brunch under one roof.
As hen do planners since 2002, we want your night out to be the one everyone talks about.
That’s why our expert team at GoHen ranked the 15 best bars in Liverpool for a hen party.
Pick your favourites from the line-up below and plan your Liverpool hen do around them.
Best Bars in Liverpool: RANKED
- Tonight Josephine (10/10): drag shows and brunch
- Alcotraz (10/10): a prison-break cocktail night
- Be At One (10/10): happy hour cocktails
- Soho (9.5/10): a party bar on Concert Square
- Coyote Ugly (9.5/10): dancing on the bar
- Revolution (9.5/10): a big night by the docks
- The Cavern Club (9/10): live music and Beatles history
- The Alchemist (9/10): cocktails with theatre
- The Bierkeller (9/10): oompah and bench-dancing
- Motel Bar (8.5/10): karaoke with a live band
- Moonshine Saloon (8.5/10): a Wild West cocktail show
- Sensation (8.5/10): rooftop skyline views
- Flight Club (8/10): darts, brunch and a terrace
- Pins Social Club (8/10): bowling and games
- The Black Horse & Rainbow (8/10): a huge beer garden
Tonight Josephine
Call off the search for the best night out in Liverpool: you just found it. From the vibrant décor to the stunning cocktails, Tonight Josephine is every hen party’s dream, but better.
The venue is known for hosting some of the most outrageous Friday and Saturday nights in the country, with regular drag shows and themed bottomless brunches attracting every self-respecting party animal in the city.
Walk-ins: No, you must book tickets in advance
Dress code: Dress to impress
Address: 87-89 Hanover St, Liverpool L1 3DZ
Ideal for: Drag shows and themed bottomless brunches
Insider tip: This winter’s brunch line-up includes a Ho Ho Hoedown, which is ideal if the bride’s going for a Last Rodeo theme.
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Alcotraz
Alcotraz exists for groups who want something different from the average bar. You’ll be asked to smuggle your own unopened bottles of alcohol before you’re immersed in a prison scenario that’s hilarious from the first frisk.
Book your Alcotraz hen party today and celebrate the bride’s last night of freedom.
Walk-ins: No, you must book tickets in advance
Dress code: Jumpsuits will be provided to all inmates
Address: 36 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4BE
Ideal for: An immersive night with a twist
Insider tip: Sessions run to set times, so arrive a little early to get checked in (and processed).
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Be At One
What does a memorable night out in Liverpool and a happy bride-to-be have in common? The answer: Be At One.
This bar has it all: the crowd, the cocktails, the regular happy hours, and the exceptional service you need on such a special night as the hen do.
Walk-ins: Yes, though a booking is safer
Dress code: Smart casual
Address: 13-21 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4AU
Ideal for: Happy hour cocktails for the whole group
Insider tip: It shares a building with Sensation, so the rooftop is just a lift ride away when you’re ready to move on.
Soho
If there’s one thing Soho is known for, it’s how much hens love it. You can trust this bar to take care of all your party needs.
Walk-ins are accepted so you can strut right in, order a round of drinks to kick-start the hen do, and settle in for the night.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: Smart casual
Address: Unit 1, Concert Square, Concert St, Liverpool L1 4NR
Ideal for: A party bar right on Concert Square
Insider tip: It’s open until 3am every night, so it works just as well as your last stop.
Coyote Ugly
If the bride has ever wanted to dance on a bar, now’s her chance. Coyote Ugly on Bold Street is made for hen parties, with packages built around the famous bar-top routines.
Choose from a dance class with the Coyotes and a mimosa on arrival, a VIP table with bubbles and a glitter bomb for every hen, or the lot rolled into one long day.
Walk-ins: Yes, but book a hen package for the full experience
Dress code: No set dress code listed, but it’s over 18s only, so bring ID
Address: 52 Bold Street, Liverpool L1 4EA
Ideal for: Learning a routine and showing it off on the bar
Insider tip: The Last Fling Before The Ring package covers the dance class, bubbles, glitter and a VIP table in one booking.
Revolution: Albert Dock
Revolution is the safe bet when the group can’t agree. The massive party crowds always take over the dancefloor, so you won’t ever find a “dead” atmosphere here.
It’s a great place to limber up with a round of drinks and raise a toast to the good old times before the wedding.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: Smart casual
Address: Unit 4M, Atlantic Pavilion, Liverpool L3 4AE
Ideal for: Big groups who want to dance by the waterfront
Insider tip: Make an afternoon of it with a wander round the Royal Albert Dock before the drinks start flowing.
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The Cavern Club
The Cavern Club alone is a reason to visit the city. Whether you’re a Beatles fan or just want to see what the hype is all about, just remember that this spot was the locals’ favourite long before The Beatles performed there.
Bustling with live music, great drinks and an electric atmosphere all day, every day, it’s a great bar to pop into and switch to party mode.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: Casual
Address: 10 Mathew St, Liverpool L2 6RE
Ideal for: Live music and a slice of Beatles history
Insider tip: Bands play from the afternoon, so it slots in nicely between sightseeing and the evening plans.
The Alchemist
For something new, The Alchemist will serve you a tipple like no other.
Every expertly crafted cocktail tells an intricate story, forming a great intro to your night out in Liverpool, so definitely check it out on your way to the clubs.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: Smart casual, no fancy dress allowed
Address: 5 Brunswick St, Liverpool L2 0UU
Ideal for: Cocktails that come with a show
Insider tip: Think smoke, fire and floating cocktails, so have the phones ready for the group chat.
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The Bierkeller
If the group wants a proper knees-up, The Bierkeller in Liverpool ONE is the place to swing a stein. Think long benches, giant steins and a live oompah-style show that has everyone dancing on the benches by the end of the night.
There’s a sports bar too, with pool, darts and beer pong, plus bingo and quiz nights, so every hen gets her moment.
Walk-ins: Best to book, especially for a big group
Dress code: No set dress code listed, and lederhosen are optional
Address: Liverpool ONE, Liverpool
Ideal for: Big groups who want to dance on the benches
Insider tip: Ask about the private areas when you book if you want the whole group kept together.
Motel Bar
It was about time this list gave the singing divas in the group a stage to unleash their true potential.
Believe us, this is not your average karaoke experience; at Motel Bar, all inhibitions are let loose, giving way to utter chaos and some hilarious vocals.
With happy hours lasting until midnight and the bar’s house band backing you up on your debut, you’re sure to make it to Billboard’s Hot 100.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: Smart casual
Address: 5-7 Fleet St, Liverpool L1 4AR
Ideal for: Karaoke with a live house band behind you
Insider tip: Agree the group song before you arrive. Arguing over it on the night eats into mic time.
Moonshine Saloon
A visit to the Moonshine Saloon is the best way to dedicate the whole night to the bride-to-be. You’ll immerse yourselves in an interactive Wild West-inspired scenario, with lots of personalised cocktails and real cowboy action taking over “the wild” and “the west” respectively.
Don’t think twice: celebrate the bride’s last rodeo in the Moonshine Saloon.
Walk-ins: No, you must book before you visit
Dress code: You’ll be provided with the appropriate attire to help you avoid any suspicions from the Sheriff
Address: 40 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4BE
Ideal for: A Last Rodeo hen with a proper storyline
Insider tip: Pair it with the cowboy hats and cow print from our hen party themes guide.
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Sensation
What better way to treat the bride-to-be than to celebrate her send-off in a luxurious rooftop bar?
Yes, with Liverpool’s panoramic skyline views serving as the perfect backdrop to the hen do, Sensation is quite literally a class above the rest.
Walk-ins: No
Dress code: Dress to impress
Address: 13-21 Seel St, Liverpool L1 4AU
Ideal for: Rooftop drinks with the city lights below
Insider tip: It’s a weekend venue, so build it into your Friday or Saturday plans.
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Flight Club
Fancy a bit of friendly competition with your cocktails? Flight Club in Liverpool ONE turns darts into a proper party, with automatic scoring so nobody has to do the maths.
There are two floors, a terrace and a balcony, plus pizza, brunch and cocktails to keep the hens fuelled between throws.
Walk-ins: Yes, but book an oche if you want to play as a group
Dress code: No set dress code listed, but it’s over 18s only
Address: 5-6 Kenyons Steps, Liverpool ONE, Liverpool L1 3DF
Ideal for: A competitive warm-up before the night out
Insider tip: Their Brunch Social runs on selected Saturdays, so you can eat, drink and play in one sitting.
Pins Social Club
If the hen group is competitive, this is the place to be on the bride’s big night.
Equipped with pool tables, bowling, shuffleboard, beer pong, table tennis and enough indoor and outdoor seating for a large crowd, this place is anything but quiet and will ensure you have the best time.
Walk-ins: Yes, but you need to book if you want to play games
Dress code: Smart casual, no fancy dress allowed
Address: 45-61 Duke St, Liverpool L1 5AP
Ideal for: Bowling, beer pong and a big group
Insider tip: Lanes go quickly at weekends, so reserve one when you book the rest of the trip.
The Black Horse & Rainbow
Remember Red Door on Berry Street? The building has had a big refit and reopened as The Black Horse & Rainbow, a classic pub with a restored main bar.
Out the back there’s a 250-capacity beer garden with its own Guinness bar, a retractable roof and a heated terrace, so the weather won’t spoil the plans.
Walk-ins: Yes
Dress code: No set dress code listed
Address: 21-23 Berry St, Liverpool L1 9DF
Ideal for: Beer garden afternoons and a pint of Guinness
Insider tip: Ask about the first-floor function room if you want a space just for the group.
Plan Your Night in Liverpool with GoHen!
We can help you find the perfect bar to visit on the bride’s big night in Liverpool.
Still going strong at closing time, our Liverpool nightlife guide has the lowdown on the city’s late spots, and the best clubs in Liverpool for a hen party are a short stagger away.
Late finishes: Several bars here stay open until 2am or later at weekends, with Soho and Sensation going on until 3am.
Matching outfits: A few venues on this list say no to fancy dress, so check each bar’s rules above before the sashes come out.
Got a free afternoon? Browse our things to do in Liverpool on a hen weekend, book a prosecco brunch, or weigh it up in Liverpool vs Dublin.
Call our Liverpool Specialists on 01225 474200 and tell them what you like.
Live music? Karaoke? Drinks packages? Drag shows? All of those at once?
They know the best party hotspots in the city (it’s what makes them specialists!) and are ready to sort out your Liverpool hen activities and accommodation with a free quote.
Contact us today and let’s get this party started!
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