Museum of Liverpool — Attraction in Liverpool

The Museum of Liverpool - A beautiful insight into the culture and history of a great city

What is the Museum of Liverpool?

The Museum of Liverpool is a museum that is located near the Docks that presents and holds a variety of Galleries and Exhibitions for everyone to enjoy including little ones too.

What is there to see at The Museum of Liverpool?

It comprises of 3 floors.

On the Ground floor there is the Reception, the Café and Little Liverpool for kids.

The other two floors have a range of displays and Galleries. One is about the military called City Soldiers where they house a number of military uniforms and badges. There ware also some ships and trains too.

The top floor is the most enjoyable. It looks at famous actors and actresses from Liverpool. There are some objects from The Beatles including posters and Guitars.

The Galleries Visited

The Wonderous Place Gallery

The Stage and Screen display in this Gallery was interesting and lively. It showcases how Liverpool is a great city for films and TV dramas. It also included a great variety of objects which was enjoyable to look at including the costume from Killing Eve worn by Jodie Comer, the Cilla wig worn by Sheridan Smith and Mel C’s stage outfit from the Spice Girls.

The Sport section was brilliant. It was up to date and it was great to see a wide range of objects from different sports including Football, Boxing and also the Grand National. The objects that were great to look at here were the football shirts from Manchester United, Liverpool and Everton. The horsing medals were good too.

Liverpool is also known for its gaming industry and there is an area where you can play games too.

City Soldiers Gallery

The City Soldiers Gallery at this museum tells the story of the King’s Regiment which was in 1685 and Liverpool’s regiment since 1881.

This Gallery was interesting and fascinating to see as there was a wide variety of objects including hats and military uniforms that you could try on. There was also a large collection of badges which would tell you the position or rank that it was for.

What was good about the Wonderous Place Gallery?

There was a great variety of objects including portraits, medals, sculptures, and costumes.

It was interactive particularly with the Stage and Screen section.

The Sport section uncovered aspects about Football, Boxing and the Grand National with great objects and T-shirts.

It was engaging and fun

What could have been improved at the Wonderous Place Gallery?

It would have been great if there was some background music

Some of the descriptions were good but there could have been more details next to the more interesting objects.

What was good about the City Soldiers Gallery?

It was interesting telling the story about the history of Liverpool.

The military uniforms were lovely to look at

It was great that there was a large collection of badges to see

What could have been improved at the City Soldiers Gallery?

It could have been interactive.

The descriptions were either brief or lacking so more descriptions are needed next to most objects.

Does the Museum have good facilities?

Yes, the Museum has a nice Café on the Ground floor that serves hot and cold drinks. They also have a good selection of cakes and sandwiches too.

There are also toilets on the Ground floor.

Is the Museum accessible?

The Museum is accessible. There is a tiny step to enter into the building. There are lifts available to access all floors of the Museum.

Do you need to pay to enter?

No. It is free to visit the Museum of Liverpool.

Is there parking?

Yes there is pay and display parking near the Docks. It is paid via an app. If you are a Blue Badge holder then you would still need to pay on the app for a...

​A Trip Through Time, with Room for Improvement:

​The Museum of Liverpool offers a truly compelling journey through the city's rich history, and my recent visit was filled with moments of discovery and appreciation. The exhibits themselves are thoughtfully curated, covering everything from the city's maritime past to its vibrant musical heritage. It's clear that a great deal of effort has gone into telling Liverpool's story, and the sheer breadth of content makes for a very interesting and informative visit. ​The staff also deserve a special mention. They were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, always ready with a friendly smile and keen to answer any questions. Their enthusiasm for the museum and the city's history was infectious and added a lot to the overall experience.

​However, a couple of issues detracted from what could have been a perfect visit. The first was the use of audio within the displays. In several sections, audio—whether it was spoken dialogue or ambient sound—was playing, and the noise from multiple sources made it very difficult to concentrate. It was a real challenge to read the display boards and absorb the information when competing with overlapping audio from other parts of the exhibition.

​Secondly, the lighting in some areas was far too dim. While I appreciate the intention to create a certain atmosphere, the low light levels made it genuinely hard to view the items and, more importantly, to read the text on the display boards. I found myself straining to make out words and details, which took away from the enjoyment of the exhibits.

​Overall, the Museum of Liverpool is a must-visit for anyone interested in the city's past, thanks to its fascinating content and excellent staff. However, addressing the issues with audio and lighting would make the experience significantly more accessible and enjoyable for all visitors. The museum has the potential to be truly world-class, and these small changes would make a...

The Museum of Liverpool may not immediately dazzle with flashy theatrics, but for anyone fascinated by history, it's a real treasure trove. As the first national museum devoted to the story of a regional city, its purpose-built building on Pier Head presents Liverpool’s past in a smart, contemporary setting.

Inside, the museum is organized into four major thematic galleries: The Great Port, Global City, People's Republic, and Wondrous Place. These cover everything from Liverpool’s role in maritime trade and the empire, to its diverse communities, culture, migration, and urban development – spanning a timeline from prehistoric times to the present day. With over 6,000 objects on show, paired with interactive sections like History Detectives and the Little Liverpool play area for under‑6s, it's both educational and engaging.

For history-buffs, the highlight is definitely the well-curated storytelling of Liverpool’s global influence, technological growth, and multicultural heritage. While it may lack the visual impact of larger museums, its depth and context are what make it stand out.

A particular gem is the top-floor sports gallery, featuring exhibits and archives on football and other local sporting traditions, alongside multimedia displays celebrating the city’s sporting heritage . It's a fitting tribute to Liverpool's sporting culture and proves that even in a history museum, sports can play a starring role.

Overall impression

Not a flashy museum, but rich, thoughtfully curated, and highly rewarding for history enthusiasts. Clean, modern building with a logical layout across three public floors. The sports gallery on the top floor adds a dynamic touch and is well worth visiting. Ideal for those who appreciate Liverpool’s complex story—from maritime prowess to urban identity. If you're drawn to the narrative behind the city—its people, international connections, and evolving social fabric—this museum delivers an insightful and...