British Music Experience and River Mersey Explorer Cruise Combo
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4.3/5(1,528)
Eva S
Guillaume F
Mariusz B
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Combine Liverpool's waterfront music museum with a River Mersey ferry cruise in one relaxed plan, linking British pop history with river heritage.
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British Music Experience entry covers galleries, interactive and audio visual hologram zones plus Gibson Interactive Studio and Dance The Decades.
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Board at Gerry Marsden Pier Head for a 50-minute round-trip River Mersey cruise with digital audio guide, route fact sheet, café bar and toilets.
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Plan a full Liverpool day around these two, visiting museum and cruise in any order on the same day with one booking that costs less than separate.
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Upgrade your cruise combo with a 24-hour City Explorer Liverpool hop-on hop-off bus pass including 14 stops and a live guide for citywide sightseeing.
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The British Music Experience:
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Entry to the British Music Experience
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Access to galleries, interactive, audio-visual hologram zones
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Access to Gibson Interactive Studio and Dance The Decades
River Mersey Cruise:
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50-minute round-trip River Mersey cruise
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Complimentary digital audio guide
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Printed cruise route fact sheet on request
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Access to onboard café bar
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Access to onboard toilets
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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EEva S
FamilyVerified booking3 weeks ago5/5I am a big music fan, especially british rock music, so it was a great and really fun experience. All the staff were really helpfull and kind as well. They answered our questions, and were interested in talking to us and helping us. As a huge arctic monkeys fan, i was also really happy to see the arctic monkeys exhibiotn about their debut album, and also got to go to the talk with one of their employess about the album. Buying tickets with headout was easy, and also cheaper than it would be in person or possibly on other online sites.GGuillaume F
FamilyVerified bookingJul 20265/5It was truly a wonderful surprise—a whole new side of Liverpool to discover, and the crew was very friendly and approachable! I highly recommend it!SSummer M
CoupleVerified bookingAug 20265/5Was amazing, the sights and was so chill Loads of seats to sit on too and all the staff were lovely would deffo recomendSSummer M
CoupleVerified bookingAug 20265/5Was amazing, the sights and was so chillMMariusz B
FamilyVerified bookingApr 20264/5Worth visiting if music is your thing. You can play different guitars, drum kits and synthesisers. There is even a recording studio setup. Found it bit pricey going there with 2 kids, but they enjoyed the experience. You also get a 1 year free entry with the ticket, which is okay if you coming back to visit Liverpool.
Dive into British pop history at the British Music Experience, then see Liverpool’s waterfront on a 50-minute River Mersey round-trip cruise.
Getting started
Use your mobile vouchers to access each venue directly during their operating hours. Visit the British Music Experience at the iconic Cunard Building by following on-site entry instructions, then make your way to Liverpool Gerry Marsden (Pier Head) to board the River Mersey cruise. Both attractions can comfortably be visited on the same day using this combo.
What to expect
British Music Experience
Set inside Liverpool's iconic Cunard Building, this exhibition charts the story of British popular music from the 1940s to today through over 600 artifacts.
Features
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Explore galleries filled with memorabilia, stage outfits, instruments, images, and footage that trace the beginnings, rise, and influence of British pop.
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See outfits worn by Freddie Mercury, Dusty Springfield, the Spice Girls, Adam Ant, and Little Mix, plus instruments played by Noel Gallagher and hand-written song lyrics from Adele.
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Move between interactive, audio-visual, and hologram zones that bring artists and performances to life across different eras.
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Spend time in the Gibson Interactive Studio, where you can try Gibson and Epiphone guitars, Roland drums, synthesizers, keyboards, and more.
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Head to Dance The Decades, follow a virtual teacher through 12 dance styles spanning 70 years, and use the built-in phone holder to record your routine.
River Mersey cruise
Board a heritage ferry at Liverpool Gerry Marsden (Pier Head) for a loop along the River Mersey, with views of Liverpool’s waterfront and Wirral’s skyline.
Features
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Take a 50-minute round-trip River Mersey cruise, experiencing the river that has shaped Liverpool’s maritime story.
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Access a complimentary digital audio guide, with commentary on Liverpool’s musical roots and maritime history, or request a printed cruise route fact sheet on board.
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Relax with access to the onboard café bar, where meals, snacks, and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
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Use the onboard toilets and accessible main deck facilities for a comfortable journey.
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The British Music Experience
What to bring
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Ticket and ID: Display your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID at the entrance.
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Booking details: Check your final voucher for the exact entrance and instructions before you travel.
What's not allowed
Accessibility
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Wheelchair access: The museum is fully wheelchair accessible and wheelchairs can be reserved in advance.
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Step-free entrance: Use the accessible entrance on Brunswick Street if you are a wheelchair user.
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Hearing support: Guests with hearing impairments can use integrated loop systems in audio areas by switching hearing aids to the T setting.
Additional information
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Planned closures: The museum may close for private hire, so check the official website before you visit.
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Visit duration: A typical visit lasts 1.5 to 2 hours, but you may stay longer if you wish.
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Parking: There is no dedicated parking, but street parking is available on Water Street and Brunswick Street.
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Last entry: The last entry is 75 minutes before closing time.
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On-site facilities: The Merch Store and Star Cafe are open during museum hours and can be visited without an entry ticket.
River Mersey Cruise
What to bring
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Ticket and ID: Display your mobile voucher and a valid photo ID at Liverpool Gerry Marsden Pier Head.
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Phone and data: Bring a fully charged smartphone with mobile data to access the digital audio guide.
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Headphones: Bring your own headphones to listen comfortably to the audio commentary.
What's not allowed
- Cash payments: Cash is not accepted at the ferry terminals, so be prepared to pay by contactless methods only.
Accessibility
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Wheelchair access: The main deck of the ferries is fully accessible for wheelchair users.
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Accessible toilets: Accessible toilets are available on the main deck and at the ferry terminals.
Additional information
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Arrival time: Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before your chosen sailing time.
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Flexible boarding: If you are late, you can use your voucher on any sailing that day.
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Audio guide access: Scan the QR code at the terminal or on board to access the multilingual digital audio guide.
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Printed information: If you do not have a smartphone, request a printed cruise fact sheet from a member of staff.
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Pets and bikes: Dogs on short leads and bikes are welcome on board the ferry.
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On-board facilities: Toilets, an on-board café bar, and a licensed bar are available during the cruise.
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Service frequency: Cruises operate hourly from Liverpool Pier Head, with first and last sailings varying by season and day.
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Optional upgrades: If you select the City Explorer bus add-on, details of routes and stops will be shared on your ticket.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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