Morning — stay close
Clear the terminal and walk the Pier Head / Albert Dock area first. Secure coffee and orientation before committing to tickets or coaches.
Afternoon — pick one arc
Option A: Beatles museum and nearby city landmarks.
Option B: Chester half-day if hours and traffic look friendly.
Option C: North Wales only if the published window is long and you accept less city time.
Last hour
Be at the terminal with margin. Photographs can wait; all-aboard cannot.