About World Museum Liverpool
Explore fascinating collections from ancient civilizations to outer space, plus encounter live creatures in the aquarium and insect house, all under one impressive Liverpool roof.
What's nearby
- Central Library next door
- St John's Gardens next door
- Walker Art Gallery next door
- St George's Hall 150m away
- Liverpool Empire 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street
- ✓Paid street
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating
Payment
- ✓Contactless
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
You could spend the whole day in this vast museum and not have time to see everything there is to see! There are five floors of galleries accessed by way of both stairs and a lift from the spacious atrium. It's free to enter, but donations are welcome. I came here early in the week, spent a full five hours here and didn't get to see all the exhibitions, but what I did see was fascinating and thought-provoking, and at the same time entertaining and interactive enough for children and school parties to enjoy. The artefacts are clearly labelled and imaginatively displayed in their spacious galleries, with interesting background information and audio-visuals. Highlights for me included the beautiful marine life in the aquarium, and learning about the lives and customs of indigenous people from every continent in the World Cultures gallery. But best of all was the Egyptian collection. The wealth of domestic artefacts and sculptures, and the well preserved mummies, along with an excellent timeline and lots of fascinating facts to read, gave me a real sense of what life was like in Egypt three millennia ago. Had lunch in the ground floor café with its comfortable leather chairs and Victorian friezes. The large jacket potato with coronation chicken and salad was well prepared and filling. Quick and friendly service, and good value for money. There's also a gift shop at the entrance, toilets and seating on all floors, and lockers where you can leave your belongings for a small charge. I was really impressed with this museum, and will be back to see the natural history and space exhibits!
· via Google
My visit to the Museum of Liverpool was an unforgettable experience, but the Ancient Egypt section was truly the highlight of the day. The atmosphere, lighting, and incredible attention to detail immediately transported me thousands of years back in time. Seeing the real mummies up close was both fascinating and humbling, and the way the exhibits were presented made the history feel alive and meaningful. The design of the gallery is outstanding, creating a sense of mystery and wonder that captures your imagination from the moment you enter. Every display was informative, engaging, and beautifully arranged. I found myself completely absorbed in the stories, artifacts, and history of one of the world’s most remarkable civilizations. Whether you are interested in history or simply looking for an inspiring day out, I highly recommend visiting this museum. The Ancient Egypt exhibition alone is worth the trip and left me amazed long after I had left the building. A truly memorable and world-class experience.
· via Google
Had a great visit to the World Museum in Liverpool and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting the city.. The exhibits are incredibly diverse, from Egyptian mummies and ancient artifacts to dinosaur skeletons, natural history displays, the aquarium, and the planetarium. There is genuinely something interesting for visitors of all ages. The museum is very well laid out, with clear signage and exhibits arranged in a way that makes exploring easy and enjoyable. Everything was clean, well maintained, and thoughtfully presented. The building is also highly accessible, with lifts, wheelchair access, and spacious galleries that make it comfortable for everyone to enjoy. A particularly useful feature is the availability of lockers for storing coats, bags, and personal belongings, allowing visitors to explore hands-free. There is also a lovely café near the entrance on the ground floor, which is perfect for grabbing a coffee, snack, or quick nibbles before starting your visit or for taking a well-earned break after a few hours of exploring. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and happy to help with any questions. Considering the quality of the collections and the fact that admission is free, this museum offers incredible value. I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Liverpool and will definitely return in the future.
· via Google
The World Museum is truely a walk through history and science and life itself. It has a great collection that is very diverse, the exhibit never gets old, this was my second time visiting. I will absolutely recommand to take your children to this museum as it is very accessible and educational, there is no entree fee, and it is very disabled-friendly. The mummy room is absolutely but my favorite part will remain the exploration of other cultures at the third floor. Id also like to mention that we went on a thursday and it was really empty we were able to stroll around really how we liked.
· via Google
People say this museum offers diverse and engaging exhibits, with the Ancient Egypt collection and aquarium being particular highlights. Visitors also appreciate the free entry, making it an excellent value for families. They highlight the friendly and helpful staff, along with good accessibility and convenient lockers.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- William Brown Street, Liverpool, L3 8EN Get directions
- Category
- Museums & Galleries
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (16,195 reviews)
- Suitable for
- Ages 4+
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Liverpool