Mersey Tunnels, Liverpool

#483 among attractions in Liverpool

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The Mersey Tunnels connect the city of Liverpool with Wirral, under the River Mersey. There are three tunnels: the Mersey Railway Tunnel, and two road tunnels, the Queensway Tunnel and the Kingsway Tunnel. The railway tunnel and Queensway Tunnel connect central Liverpool with Birkenhead, while the Kingsway Tunnel runs to Wallasey. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 53°24'23"N, 3°0'43"W

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Liverpool United Kingdom

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Mersey Tunnels – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pier Head, Royal Liver Building, Museum of Liverpool, Eureka! Mersey.

0.6 miE
Harbor, Piers and boardwalks, View point
Pier Head, Liverpool
16 min walk • Pier Head, a renowned waterfront in Liverpool, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the city's historical significance as a major port during the 18th and 19th centuries. This iconic landmark is part of the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City...
0.7 miE
Iconic, landmark site on the waterfront
Royal Liver Building, Liverpool
18 min walk • The Royal Liver Building is one of Liverpool's most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the city's rich maritime heritage. Standing majestically on the Pier Head, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Maritime Mercantile City, the building is a testament to Liverpool's...
0.7 miE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Museum of Liverpool, Liverpool
19 min walk • Nestled on the picturesque waterfront of Liverpool, the Museum of Liverpool stands as a modern architectural marvel and a proud testament to the city's rich cultural heritage. This contemporary museum, which opened its doors to the public in 2011, is dedicated to the...
~1450 ftNW
Museum, Science museum, Children's museum
Eureka! Mersey, Liverpool
7 min walk • Eureka! Mersey is an innovative museum experience located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, United Kingdom, offering an interactive and educational adventure for children and families. As a beacon of learning and fun, Eureka! Mersey extends the legacy of its sister...
0.7 miE
Opulent structure with ornate carvings
Cunard Building, Liverpool
18 min walk • The Cunard Building is a Grade II* listed building in Liverpool, England. It is located at the Pier Head and along with the neighbouring Royal Liver Building and Port of Liverpool Building is one of Liverpool's Three Graces, which line the city's waterfront.
0.8 miE
Museum, Shopping, Art gallery
Open Eye Gallery, Liverpool
20 min walk • Open Eye Gallery is a photography gallery and archive in Liverpool, UK that was established in 1977. It is housed in a purpose-built building on the waterfront at Mann Island, its fourth location.
0.7 miE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Garden
Church of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas, Liverpool
18 min walk • The Church of Our Lady and Saint Nicholas is the Anglican parish church of Liverpool. The site is said to have been a place of worship since at least the 1250s. The church is situated close to the River Mersey near the Pier Head.
0.6 miE
Memorial
Memorial to Heroes of the Marine Engine Room, Liverpool
15 min walk • The Memorial to Heroes of the Marine Engine Room is a granite monument located on St. Nicholas Place, at the Pier Head, in Liverpool, England.
0.7 miE
Museum
British Music Experience, Liverpool
18 min walk • The British Music Experience is a permanent exhibition in the Cunard Building on Liverpool's waterfront. It began as an exhibition, taking up more than 20,000 square feet, installed into The O₂ Bubble, part of The O₂ in Greenwich, London.
0.6 miSW
Bridge
Egerton Dock, Liverpool
16 min walk • Egerton Dock is a dock at Birkenhead, in England. The dock is situated between East Float and Morpeth Dock, within Birkenhead's dock system.
0.7 miNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea, Liverpool
18 min walk • The Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea is in Wheatland Lane, Seacombe, Wallasey, Wirral, Merseyside, England. It is an active Roman Catholic parish church in the diocese of Shrewsbury, and its parish is combined with that of St Joseph, Wallasey.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mersey Tunnels?

Nearby attractions include Eureka! Mersey, Liverpool (7 min walk), St Paul's Church, Liverpool (10 min walk), Kingsway Tunnel, Liverpool (12 min walk), Queensway tunnel, Liverpool (14 min walk).

How to get to Mersey Tunnels by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mersey Tunnels:

Tram

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

Bus

Woodsie Bus Station (21 min walk)
James St Je • Lines: 18 (22 min walk)

Train

Liverpool James Street (21 min walk)
Hamilton Square (22 min walk)