British Music Experience
Liverpool, Merseyside
About British Music Experience
Are your kids mini music stars in the making? Then head over to the British Music Experience in Liverpool for a rocking day out for all the family!
Discover the ultimate history of British Rock and Pop in the City of Pop.
Explore an extensive music history dating back to 1945 with galleries, interactive zones, cutting-edge audio-visual technology and hologram performances at the British Music Experience. Discover a collection of memorabilia and a selection of artefacts featuring stunning stage outfits, amazing instruments, and an unrivalled collection of images, music clips and footage.
You'll find outfits worn by Freddie Mercury, Dusty Springfield to Spice Girls and more. Plus, lots of musical instruments, including famous guitars! They even have Ian Curtis' Guitar! That's not all; you'll also find some hand-written song lyrics from Adele, original statues from the Brits and the Apple Corp front door from Saville Row! Plus, you can learn some incredible fun facts about your kids' favourite artists.
It's the ultimate experience for music fans everywhere!
Your kids could even discover their new talent! If your little stars fancy belting out a melody, head over to the Gibson Interactive Studio, where you can find many musical instruments to try, like Gibson Guitars, electric guitars and drums! There's also the Dance of the Decades experience where they can practice iconic dance routines in a dance booth. You can also get your voice studio ready in our professional vocal booth, with a selection of songs from over twenty British genres as our professional vocal coach guides you in a range of techniques to get the best out of your voice. You can even record your performance on your phone.
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30* is a temporary exhibition charting the history of the most important girl band in British history. In March 1994, an ad was placed in The Stage asking, "Are you street smart, extrovert, ambitious, and able to sing and dance?". The rest is history. The Spice Girls debut single Wannabe topped the charts in 31 countries in 1996; they sold 80 million records and had nine UK Number One singles. The exhibition celebrates the story of how Sporty, Baby, Scary, Ginger and Posh became one of the most successful girl groups ever and enjoyed phenomenal global success.
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30 tells the band's story through outfits from the extraordinary collection of independent curator Liz West, the foremost collector of Spice Girls memorabilia and merchandise in the World. Liz's Guinness World Record-breaking collection boasts many iconic costumes, all beautifully hand-made by international designers or specially commissioned by the Spice Girls themselves.
The outfits on display will be complemented by audio-visual technology, including a stage show montage of Spice Girls hits and listening stations. We have a season of activity planned to support the exhibition, including film screenings, conversations, acoustic music, and a special quiz night. Finally, the Museum's merch store will sell a range of Spice Girls apparel and giftware.
Girl Power! Spice Girls at 30 is included with all general entry tickets purchased.
*Girl Power - Spice Girls at 30 is a collectors event and not an official Spice Girls exhibition.
If you are ready to dive into British Music History with a great selection of interactive activities, then check out the British Music Experience! There's something for all the family, regardless of what music you're into. And who knows, this day out could inspire your little ones' musical career!
Why We Recommend the British Music Experience
- Interactive activities
- History of music spread over 8 zones
- Fun costumes and artefacts.
Discover the ultimate history of British Rock & Pop
As the UK’s only museum dedicated to celebrating British music, the British Music Experience boasts an unrivalled collection of memorabilia, stage outfits, instruments, images and footage. You'll be able to step into the world of your favourite rock and pop artists and explore everything about them and their music. It's perfect for any music lovers out there!
Find your inner musician in our Gibson Brands Interactive Studio
This fully interactive part of the British Music Experience gives you the chance to learn and play on a whole range of amazing instruments.
Gibson and Epiphone guitars have had a huge influence on British pop music, helping to shape the sound of a nation! Here you'll find electric, acoustic and bass guitars, including Les Pauls, SGs and 335s as well as Roland drums, synthesisers and keyboards!
Regardless of your age or ability, the Gibson zone allows you to learn songs through video lessons.
Try the Dance the Decades Experience or Vocal Booth
Suitable for all ages, our Dance the Decades Experience brings together 70 years and 12 iconic dance styles in one spacious booth. Our virtual teacher is on hand to teach you all the moves that ruled the dance floors of the past and then you can strut your stuff and try it out for yourself.
For the real extroverts, who love to show off their skill, there is a handy phone holder, so you can film yourself tearing it up.
Get your voice studio ready in our professional vocal booth, with a selection of songs from over twenty British genres as our professional vocal coach guides you in a range of techniques to get the best out of your voice.
You can even record your performance on your phone.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00
Hours of Operation:
01 March 2025 – 31 March 2025
Wednesday – Sunday 10am-5pm
01 April 2025 – 31 August 2025
Monday – Sunday 10am-5pm
01 September 2025 – 30 September 2025
Wednesday – Sunday 10am-5pm
01 October 2025 – 31 October 2025
Monday – Sunday 10am-5pm
Opening hours for November 2025 onwards tbc.
Last admission is 3.45pm.
Blackout Dates: 24 – 26 December, 31 December and 01 January
Duration: A typical visit is 1.5 to 2 hours but guests are welcome to stay as long as they’d like!
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (5-15) : £11.50
- Adult (16+) : £19.00
Pre-booked General Admissions, valid until 31 March 2025Adults: £17.00Kids (Under 5): Free Older Kids (5-15 years): £10.50 Concessions: £16.00Family (2 adults and 2 children) £44.50
Pre-booked General Admissions, valid 1 April 2025 until 31 March 2026Adults: £19.00Kids (Under 5): Free Older Kids (5-15 years): £11.50 Concessions: £18.00Family (2 adults and 2 children) £49.50
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
The licensed Star Café & Bar is located off our main foyer, and is open to the general public (no ticket required). It offers a delicious selection of Illy Coffee, specialist teas, fresh cakes, cold drinks, toasties and paninis.
During regular museum opening hours, the Star Café & Bar is open 10am - 4.30pm.
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Contact Details
Cunard Building
Liverpool
Merseyside
L3 1DS
England
The accessible entrance can be found on Brunswick Street
Tel: 01515190915
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By Car
A short 5–10 minute drive (around 0.4 miles) from Liverpool city centre along Brunswick Street will bring you to the Cunard Building.
By Train
For national visitors, Liverpool Lime Street is the mainline station served by Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express, and others. For local travel, Merseyrail runs through James Street and Moorfields stations, both just a few minutes’ walk from the museum.
By Bus
Most Liverpool city buses drop off at Liverpool ONE bus station (next to Albert Dock). From there, it’s a flat 5‑minute walk along the waterfront to Canada Boulevard and the Cunard Building. Nearby bus stops (e.g. Brunswick Street, Mann Island) also serve routes including 10A, 13, 17, 471, 54A, 82A, and 86.
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