HM Customs and Excise National Museum

Albert Dock
Liverpool
Merseyside
L3 4AQ

Tel: +44 (0)1514 784 499
Fax: +44 (0)1514 784 590
Email: customsandexcise@liverpoolmuseums.org.uk
Web: http://www.customsandexcisemuseum.org.uk


Enter into the intriguing world of customs and excise. This surprising museum demonstrates how the battle against smuggling is undertaken by sniffer dogs and customs officers, from uncovering endangered species to drugs and replica goods.

Meet some of the museum's colourful characters, including Mother Redcap and our very own hero-hound, Sniffer (at selected events - please call in advance).

General Information:

  • Toilets with wheelchair access, baby changing facilities
  • Public parking nearby
  • Café / Restaurant
  • Shop
  • Ramp access to main entrance, lift to upper floors

 

Opening Times
(2006 times)
Daily 10.00am - 5.00pm
Closed 23, 24, 25, 26 December. 1 January.

Admission Charges
(2006 prices)
Free. A small charge may be made for selected special exhibitions

Directions
Train to Liverpool James Street Station (10 minute walk).
Buses to the Pier Head, James Street and Castle Street (10 minute walk).
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