The Piermaster's House, Liverpool

Name: The Piermaster's House
Address: Liverpool, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 151 478 4545

#266 among attractions in Liverpool

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The Piermaster's House is a 19th-century Grade II listed building located within the Albert Dock in Liverpool, England. Built in 1852 to house the piermaster and his family the building now serves as part of the Museum of Liverpool showcasing a 1940s wartime interior. In 2019 it welcomed 89,140 visitors. ()

Architectural style: Gothic revival, Victorian architectureCoordinates: 53°24'5"N, 2°59'48"W

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RiversideLiverpool United Kingdom

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+44 151 478 4545

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The Piermaster's House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mathew Street, Tate Liverpool, Merseyside Maritime Museum, Lord Street.

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~880 ftE
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Merseyside Maritime Museum, Liverpool
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Royal Liver Building, Liverpool
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International Slavery Museum, Liverpool
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is The Piermaster's House open?

The Piermaster's House is open:

Monday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to The Piermaster's House?

Nearby attractions include Tate Liverpool, Liverpool (3 min walk), Museum of Liverpool, Liverpool (4 min walk), International Slavery Museum, Liverpool (4 min walk), Liverpool Naval Memorial, Liverpool (4 min walk).

How to get to The Piermaster's House by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Piermaster's House:

Bus

James St Je • Lines: 18 (8 min walk)
Paradise St Interchange • Lines: 500 (10 min walk)

Train

Liverpool James Street (9 min walk)
Moorfields (16 min walk)

Tram

Woodside Ferry • Lines: Wirral Tramway (18 min walk)
Shore Road • Lines: Wirral Tramway (20 min walk)