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.
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.
Pier Head and the Three Graces
Explore the waterfront in Liverpool with a trip to Pier Head and the Three Graces. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Top hotels in The Docks
Leonardo Hotel Liverpool
It is a great location, quite and has many attractions near by, kind staff. The only let down was the room had many moths/flies (couldn’t tell what they were) in the room.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Liverpool City Centre by IHG
Everything was fantastic
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Albert Dock by IHG
Greta area facilities good only thing I’d say is the check in girl really seemed like she didn’t want to be there very grumpy
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Pullman Liverpool
Clean room
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Malmaison Liverpool
Room is comfortable. Lunch purchase was very bland (fish finger wrap). Tables not cleared very quickly, not enough staff on the bar
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Staybridge Suites Liverpool by IHG
Conveniently located just steps from the M&S Arena and the Wheel of Liverpool in the heart of the trendy docks, Staybridge Suites offers easy access to a variety of museums, shops, and restaurants as well as close proximity to meeting points for several tour buses. Our room was a well appointed space ...
Reviewed on 2 May 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.
