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.
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.
Tate Liverpool
View paintings and sculptures by past masters and more recent works designed to confront and challenge at one of the country’s most popular art institutions.
Things to do
Liverpool Football Club Stadium Tour & Museum
Liverpool: The Beatles Story Ticket Entry Ticket
Beatles Famous Walking Tour Of Liverpool- Fully Guided
Royal Liver Building 360 - Tower Tour and Experience
Liverpool: City & Beatles Tour with Live Guide & Live Music
Top hotels in The Docks
Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
Hotel is in a good location. Warm friendly greeting at reception. Room was ok in first inspection, but carpets needed a deep clean, and pain on the curtains. Lack of some amenities such as bottled water, safe & biscuits. Not bad value. Breakfast was ok, but was very busy so a bit of queueing ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Pullman Liverpool
Good breakfast with plenty of options, good staff lovely live piano player and singing by James . Parking easy,drop off then park.Easy. Hotel is in a great position
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Dolby Hotel Liverpool
Fabulous stay over a weekend, staff extremely friendly and helpful, the room was clean and comfortable. Great location, only 10 minutes into city. We also stayed for breakfast which lovely too.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Malmaison Liverpool
Nice place would stay again
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Staybridge Suites Liverpool by IHG
The hotel was in a lovely location. The rooms have a fridge and basic cooking facilities. Great for walking to a lot of places. Parking at hotel was expensive but other parking in the area was about the same. The hotel parking was very secure and at hotel. Breakfast was really good variety of hot ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock by IHG
Fantastic views from the room over Albert Docks, hotel was in great location short stroll to town centre. Room was spacious but could do with a king size bed, personally I can’t be dealing with a double.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 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 Jeffs of Bold Street and Concert Square.
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.
