Things to do in Liverpool, England: The Best Museums

February 26, 2022 Marissa Gamble

Liverpool's fortunes have historically been tied to shipping. But imports and exports like sugar, spice and tobacco pale in comparison with Liverpool's most famous export of all—the Beatles. Relive the hysteria at the Beatles Story Experience, and check out Paul's childhood home, but also leave time for exploring Liverpool Cathedral and the Walker Art Gallery.
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1. dot-art

14 Queen Avenue, Liverpool L2 4TX England +44 345 017 6660 [email protected] http://dot-art.co.uk
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dot-art

dot-art was founded in Liverpool in 2006 and specialises in affordable, high quality, locally sourced art. We work with over 100 artists to provide an unrivaled choice of original art and limited edition prints for home or business, as well as offering a range of complementary services. dot-art opened the doors of their new gallery in January 2016 and host 6 exhibitions each year by local artists.

2. Pilot Cutter Edmund Gardner

National Cycle Route 5, Liverpool L3 1DQ England +44 151 478 4499 https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/artifact/edmund-gardner-liverpool-pilot-boat-number-2
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Pilot Cutter Edmund Gardner

William Brown Street, Liverpool L3 8EL England +44 151 478 4199 [email protected] http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/walker/
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Walker Art Gallery

Walker Art Gallery is a beautiful building housing a stunning collection of art. The galleries hold paintings from the 13th century to the present day: you can see work by Rembrandt, Hockney, Holbein, Turner, Lowry, Rossetti, Millais and Freud to name but a few. We also have a sculpture gallery, a craft and design gallery, and Big Art for Little Artists - a gallery specially designed for children up to 8 years of age. Due to Covid-19 restrictions the children'g gallery is currently closed and our Medieval and Rensaissance galleries are closed for refurbishment. Don't miss the Linda McCartney Retrospective on show until 10 January 2020, Buy tickets online at www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk Entry to the permanent collection is free but booking essential.

4. Bluecoat

School Lane, Liverpool L1 3BX England +44 151 702 5324 [email protected] http://www.thebluecoat.org.uk
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Bluecoat

A former school tucked away in the city center. One of the oldest and most attractive buildings in Liverpool now plays host to contemporary art and performance displays. The rear secret garden is a tranquil, picturesque place to take a breather from the surrounding hubbub.

5. World Museum

Liverpool Museum William Brown Street, Liverpool L3 8EN England +44 151 478 4393 [email protected] http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml/
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World Museum

World Museum Liverpool is a fantastic family day out! Over five free floors explore: the aquarium and the Treasure House Theatre; the natural world in the Clore Natural History Centre and Bug House; the human world in the World Cultures gallery and Weston Discovery Centre; the earth with dinosaurs and animals from around the world; and space and time through scientific instruments and the Planetarium. There are also two cafés and two shops.

Reviewed By anoomk

World Museum is a fantastic family day out! Over five free floors, explore: the aquarium and the Treasure House Theatre; the natural world in the Clore Natural History Centre and Bug House; the human world in the World Cultures gallery and Weston Discovery Centre; the earth with dinosaurs and animals from around the world; and space and time through scientific instruments and the Planetarium.

31 Mathew Street, Liverpool L2 6RE England +44 151 236 0009 [email protected]
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The Mathew Street Gallery

49 Paradise Street Liverpool One, Opposite John Lewis, Liverpool England +44 151 708 2991
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Whitewall Art Gallery

8. Western Approaches Museum - The Battle of the Atlantic Experience

World War 2 Underground H Q 1-3 Rumford Street, Liverpool L2 8SZ England +44 151 227 2008 [email protected] http://www.liverpoolwarmuseum.co.uk/
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Western Approaches Museum - The Battle of the Atlantic Experience

This is original underground command center for the Navy, Air Force and Marines tracking Atlantic enemy submarine and convoy shipping during World War II. The building is encompasses 30,000 square feet of rooms and corridors, including the iconic Operations Room - a huge 20ft high map of the Atlantic ocean, where the movement of allied and enemy ships were plotted throughout the war. Now reopened as a visitor centre, you can spend hours exploring, learning and discovering more about Liverpool during the war, and the stories of the women and men that worked at Western Approaches during the war.

Reviewed By BogratNorthYorkshire

An amazing bit of WWII and Liverpool History, A secret operations room hidden in clear view which was pivotal in ensuring the survival of Britain in WWII. Lot's of "touchable" items and information to understand the context of the displays. The reception staff were friendly and informative and made sure we were properly briefed before we entered the bunker, well worth a visit.

9. Museum of Liverpool

Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1DG England +44 151 478 4545 http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/mol
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Museum of Liverpool

The stunning new Museum of Liverpool is the world’s first national museum devoted to the history of a regional city, demonstrating Liverpool’s unique contribution to the world. This fantastic, free family day includes the stage where John Lennon and Paul McCartney first met, Ben Johnson’s Liverpool Cityscape, a life-size Liverbird, the first Ford Anglia from Ford’s Halewood production line and Chris Boardman’s famous Lotus sport bike. Don’t miss the 360º immersive films about football and The Beatles! Notes to editors: Major funders include the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA), the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and the Department of Culture Media and Sport (DCMS).The European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) is making a real difference to people and businesses in the Northwest. With €755 million to invest between 2007 and 2013, ERDF is enhancing the competitiveness of the region’s economy by supporting growth in enterprise and employment. ERDF in the Northwest is managed by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA).

Reviewed By I1315IGchrisf - Liverpool, United Kingdom

A lovely modern museum it's very spacious and has a lot of exhibits my son loved the interactive parts and the overhead railway carriage you can sit in had a great time there is a cofee shop/restaurant and is wheelchair friendly staff were very helpful

10. Bluecoat Display Centre

College Lane Bluecoat Chambers, Liverpool L1 3BZ England +44 151 709 4041 [email protected] http://www.bluecoatdisplaycentre.com
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Bluecoat Display Centre

The Bluecoat Display Centre is a nationally and internationally recognised contemporary craft and design gallery that has been established since 1959. We sell, exhibit and promote over 350 selected contemporary craftspeople each year working in a broad variety of media.The Bluecoat Display Centre’s mission is to promote excellence in design and workmanship within the contemporary applied arts both nationally and internationally. We aim to increase the publics awareness and appreciation for the work of leading and emerging artists through exhibition, education, display and sale, and consequently to support the contemporary craft infrastructure.

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