Albert Docks
The Albert Docks are an award winning tourist attraction located literally right here on our very own
doorstep in the North West of England, just a short minibus ride away from Manchester.
They are a great place to visit for a day out and a perfect place for a mini break over the weekend so
you can also sample and get a taste of the famous Liverpool nightlife.
There are two hotels located immediately on the docks and numerous others located nearby in the
city of Liverpool within easy walking distance.
The former Docks have been declared a World Heritage site and are the largest collection of Grade
1 listed buildings anywhere in the UK but it‘s also been close to being completely demolished a few
times in the past reflecting the changing fortunes of Liverpool through the years
A visit to the Albert Docks is a truly multi cultural experience, it attracts visitors from all over the
UK and the world, an estimated five million visitors annually travel to see the various museums and
galleries and enjoy the many shops, bars and restaurants located there on the waterfront.
The Tate Liverpool – offers free admission and possibly the largest collection of Contemporary and
Modern Art outside of London
The Beatles Story – is crammed full of Beatles memorabilia and tells the story of the Beatles meteoric
rise to fame along with the complete history of the Fabulous Four, Liverpool’s most famous sons.
There are interactive exhibitions in the Discovery Zone and the Fab4D Experience.
International Slavery Museum- Liverpool’s role in the former Trans Atlantic slave trade and
importance as a port in the slave trade are remembered here along with many other exhibitions of
interest.
Maritime museum-
Echo Wheel, a sixty metre high big wheel that gives great panoramic views of the City and even the
distant Welsh mountains. Located outside the new Echo Arena and Convention Centre and nearby
the
Do not forget it was also once the home to Richard and Judy of Good Morning fame and the famous
Fred the weatherman’s floating map of Britain
The Albert Docks are a great place to visit for business and pleasure and are one of the best free
tourist attractions in the country. Contact us at Minibus in Manchester.co.uk for any inquiry
concerning travel to and from the historic Albert Docks and we are confident we can accommodate
your needs from large groups to a family day out. Alternatively ,please use the online booking .

