British Music Experience Liverpool
British Music Experience Liverpool

British Music Experience Liverpool

Situated close to Liverpool’s famous Royal Albert Dock, the British Music Experience gives you the chance to peruse a huge interactive collection of British Rock and Pop music memorabilia and learn the history behind some of the UK’s biggest musical stars!

What are some of Liverpool's top attractions?

If you're looking for something to do in Liverpool, then look no further than the British Music Experience for an immersive and fascinating look at Britain's fascinating musical history!

The exhibition covers artists from many different iconic periods of British music, from 1945 to the present day. See their fantastic assembly of outfits, footage and instruments belonging to such legendary musicians as Adele, Noel Gallagher, the Beatles, and The Spice Girls!

What can I see in the British Music Experience?

There’s an incredible range of music industry items at the British Music Experience in Liverpool. Here are some of the highlights:

  • A collection of Elton John’s glasses
  • Some of the outfits belonging to the Spice Girls
  • David Bowie’s iconic Ziggy Stardust costume
  • Noel Gallagher’s famous Union Jack guitar was used at Glastonbury
  • Amy Winehouse’s dress from her ‘Tears Dry on Their Own’ video

Within the museum’s gallery, there are fun interactive zones, audiovisual experiences and even hologram performances! Fancy giving it a go yourself? Get involved in the Gibson Interactive Studio and try playing the keyboard, and guitar or go wild on the drum kit! There’s also a cafe and a merch store on-site if you fancy a snack or something to take home with you.

  • Adult – £16
  • Child (5-15) – £10
  • Under 5’s – Free
  • Concession (senior, disability, student) – £11.50
  • Family (2 adults, 2 children) – £37.50
  • Open Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 5pm
  • 20-minute walk from Lime Street Station towards the Docks, or you can take the train from Central Station to James Street and walk a further 5 minutes.

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