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 lively bars.
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
Liverpool: City & Beatles Tour with Live Guide & Live Music
Skip-the-Line in The National Museum of Popular Music Ticket
Best Of Liverpool Heritage, History & Culture Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Docks
Pullman Liverpool
Room was dirty, stains in bathroom plate in doorway, carpets old and dirty, itchy all night in bed. Location is greasy for liverpool docks but a long walk to the city shopping like Liverpool One. Far better hotels in the city. Was fist out in a room tha I refused! Paid more for a similar standard ...
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
All good
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Staybridge Suites Liverpool by IHG
Nice and clean with fabulous location, but I had a few small issues during my stay. Toilet flush wasn't strong. Any use of the toilet required multiple flushes to do the job. Drainage in the bath was slow and water started to fill after a few minutes in the shower. Breakfast was poor. Pale bacon ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Malmaison Liverpool
Excellent all round.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock by IHG
Staffs were GREAT.....
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre by IHG
Staff really friendly, welcoming and attentive, breakfast was lovely - fab location; pool and spa a nice touch; we did have an AC issue and the room we were in was really noisy, but staff were fantastic and they upgraded us for our 2nd night. Overall had a fantastic stay, highly recommend and would ...
Reviewed on 2 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.
