The Docks Travel Guide
Liverpool
Popular places to visit
Royal Albert Dock
Liverpool’s fashionable waterfront precinct is home to some of the city’s best restaurants and bars, and many of the city’s best museums.
Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
Catch a “Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey” from this ultra-modern terminal, then return to explore some of Liverpool’s best maritime, musical and artistic attractions.
The Beatles Story Museum
Explore this dedicated museum to John, Paul, George and Ringo and learn the story of the Beatles.
M&S Bank Arena
Catch an event at M&S Bank Arena during your trip to Liverpool. Wander the area's marina or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Royal Liver Building
The most iconic building in the city is adorned by two copper liver birds, the emblems of Liverpool.
Museum of Liverpool
From the Beatles to the Liverpool Football Club, the King’s Regiment to the neighborhoods of Merseyside, this award-winning museum celebrates Liverpool’s proud past.
Things to do
Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum
Best Of Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour
Skip-the-Line in The National Museum of Popular Music Ticket
Top hotels in The Docks
Staybridge Suites Liverpool by IHG
Excellent and extremely reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Pullman Liverpool
Fantastic location, easy parking friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
Great location, lovely helpful staff, cannot recommend enough
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Dolby Hotel Liverpool
Nice little spot rooms clean breakfast lovely staff very friendly
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Malmaison Liverpool
Room was tired, we had a dog and had to eat in a cold area of the bar - toilet in the room was broken - could be a lovely hotel it was just missing that extra service you would expect from this chain of hotels
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock by IHG
First class. Lovely building, great breakfast, staff extremely helpful. Location totally amazing, restaurants, museums, close to city. Would stay here again anytime. One advice, whilst rooms were very nice, could not hear your neighbours tv, toilet flush etc total peaceful, if a light sleeper request ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Docks
Liverpool City Centre
Are you interested in fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views? A visit to Liverpool City Centre might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Liverpool ONE and Concert Square.
Cavern Quarter
Cavern Quarter is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Cavern Club, a top place to visit in the area.
Baltic Triangle
You'll love the beautiful waterfront views in Baltic Triangle, and you might want to stick around to check out The Lantern Theatre, a top place to visit.
Ropewalks
Ropewalks is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Concert Square and Liverpool ONE.
Knowledge Quarter
While visiting Knowledge Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Philharmonic Hall and Hope Street.
Georgian Quarter
Travellers come to Georgian Quarter for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Hope Street and Philharmonic Hall while you're in town.
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