The Tate Liverpool is home to the biggest collection of modern art in the UK outside of London, and a browse through its exhibits is an afternoon well spent. Situated in Liverpool's historic Albert Dock in a converted warehouse, the gallery has an impressive collection of 20th and 21st century works of modern art selected from the Tate Collection that are exhibited through regularly changing themed displays. There are also several temporary exhibitions of contemporary art and the gallery also hosts various events and educational programmes throughout the year. Some of the artists on display include JMW Turner, Kenneth Noland, Henri Matisse, Paul Gauguin and Antony Gormley.
Telephone: (0)151 702 7400
Website: www.tate.org.uk/liverpool
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Opening times: Daily 10am to 5.50pm (June to August); Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 5.50pm (September to May). Closed Good Friday, 24-26 December and 1 January
The Beatles Story Experience
For Beatles fans, The Beatles Story Experience is an absolute must. Set in the trendy and historic Albert Dock, The Beatles Story allows visitors to trace the development of the Fab Four, from their early days playing in Hamburg to the mass hysteria of Beatlemania, the eventual break-up of the band and their ensuing solo careers. Eighteen different features, as well as the Living History audio tour with the voices of Sir Paul McCartney, Beatles producer Sir George Martin and band manager Brian Epstein, continue to delight fans and win over new ones. See George Harrison's first guitar, view the world through a collection of John Lennon's signature round lens glasses, explore the Yellow Submarine and enjoy a recreation of the stage at the Cavern Club on Mathew Street where The Beatles played over 290 times. As well as the Beatle Story Experience, Liverpool also boasts several other Beatles related tours and sights that are well worth exploring, including a Magical Mystery Bus Tour of famous Beatles sights such as Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields, Paul McCartney's former home at 20 Forthlin Road, the famous Cavern Club and the Mathew Street Gallery that houses the art work of John Lennon.
Telephone: (0)151 709 1963
Website: www.beatlesstory.com
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Opening times: Daily 10am to 6pm. Closed 25-26 December
Merseyside Maritime Museum
The fascinating Merseyside Maritime Museum traces the history and development of the city of Liverpool as a major port. The Museum houses a range of collections, from an exhibition on the tragic and brutal Transatlantic Slave trade in which Liverpool played a major role (soon to become a separate museum), to artworks reflecting Liverpool's maritime past, artefacts from the Titanic and the Lusitania, maritime archives and more, including access to the quaysides opposite the museum and two historic vessels.
Telephone: (0)151 478 4499
Website: www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/maritime
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Opening times: Daily 10am to 5pm. Closed from 2pm on 24 December to 26 December, and 1 January
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