Museum of Liverpool

333 Reviews

Star Travel Rating

4/5

Review type

Things to do

Location

Date of travel

July, 2015

Product name

Product country

Product city

Travelled with

Adult family

Reasons for trip

This is one of the new museums on Liverpool’s waterfront and is well worth a visit. Built in 2011 it has a very distinct modern design and cannot be missed between the Tate and the Three Graces on the waterfront. It contains the history of Liverpool since the Ice Age to the present time. I discovered things I did not know, such as that Liverpool used to have an overhead light railway that ran from Dingle to Seaforth. One of the railway carriages has pride of place in the museum and it is exhibited as it would have been seen in the past, up above. It can be seen from the ground floor and accessed from the first floor. There are also some old vehicles (such as an old 1910 Vulcan that was made in Crossens near Southport) and an old steam train, the Lion. You can start your visit as we did with a 20 minute movie about the history of Liverpool. There is also a very good children’s area that has timed entry (tickets available at reception). And best of all, it is all free. We saw an exhibit called ‘L8 Unseen’ which is photographs taken in the old buildings in L8 of the 30 different nationalities that live in the L8 post code. There are also good views east and west along the Mersey from the upper floors. One thing I would give a miss is the Beatles movie – it is a small round theatre in which you stand to watch a disjointed and hard to follow history of their coming together as a band. The museum is open from 10-5 and there is a lot to keep children interested, not just in their play area, as there is a trail for them to follow and many exhibits at their eye level to be viewed, touched and even smelled.

“Website”:http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/mol/

Denise Bridge

Join the club

Become a member to receive exclusive benefits

Our community is the heart of Silver Travel Advisor, we love nothing more than sharing ideas, inspiration, hints and tips between us.

Come feel the love on a Princess cruise. You’ll enjoy the MedallionClass experience others simply can’t, and it’s exclusively for everyone. Visit incredible destinations and be involved in the best experiences around each one of them.

Experience more with Princess and connect effortlessly with the world around you, spend time away with loved ones, take a moment for yourself, and fall in love with your holiday of a lifetime, every time.

With over 20 years of experience, Wendy Wu Tours has mastered the art of creating exceptional, fully inclusive tours which showcase the very best of each destination.

Each tour is led by a world-class guide, who will highlight the very best of their homeland, and includes authentic cultural experiences so you are not just seeing the sights, but truly immersing yourself in local life.

Say hello to ease at sea. Ambassador’s purpose is simple: they want to inspire every guest to experience authentic cruising, effortlessly and sustainably. Passionate about protecting our oceans and destinations, their ships comply with the highest industry emission standards and there is no single-use plastic on board.

On your voyage, you will receive the warmest of welcomes from the Ambassador community as you sail upon the friendliest ships afloat.

This is a global co-operative co-owned by local partners using real local experts and guides, which supports local communities, environments and wildlife. It offers travellers quirky places to stay, activity holidays and learning experiences. Not In The Guidebooks gets travellers off the beaten track into local culture with day experiences and longer, immersive adventures.

From wild wellness breaks in Wales to painting in Portugal, sustainable adventures in Mauritius to food safaris in Brazil, this is immersive, exciting travel.

Seabourn’s five intimate ships carry guests to the heart of great cities, exclusive yacht harbours and secluded coves around the world, while two new purpose-built expedition ships will combine exhilarating adventures in remote destinations with the sophisticated amenities of the world’s finest resorts at sea.

From the luxury of all suite accommodations to complimentary fine wines and spirits, and a no tipping policy, Seabourn exemplifies the definition of travelling well.