Attractions

There are several world class attractions in Bristol, from Britain’s most acclaimed historic ship, its most iconic suspension bridge, the world’s fifth oldest zoo, one of Europe’s leading interactive science centres to an outstanding network of free city museums.

Below is our pick of Bristol's best attractions. You can view all attractions here.

Top Bristol attractions

M Shed

M Shed

M Shed is an exciting and innovative new flagship museum for Bristol with gallery space and a packed events schedule.

Bristol Aquarium

Bristol Aquarium

Spectacular aquarium in the Harbourside area that provides an amazing underwater adventure from the British coast to exotic tropical seas

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Museum and art gallery exhibiting some outstanding collections of art, archaeology, Egyptology and natural history in a magnificent building

Brunel's ss Great Britain

Brunel's ss Great Britain

Award-winning attraction showing the world's first great ocean liner and National Brunel Archive, voted UK Large Visitor Attracion of the Year

Bristol Zoo Gardens

Bristol Zoo Gardens

A visit to this city zoo is your passport for a day trip into an amazing world of animals, exhibits and other attractions

At-Bristol

At-Bristol

21st-century science and technology centre, with hands-on activities, interactive exhibits and a whole load of fun for all the family

Clifton Suspension Bridge

Clifton Suspension Bridge

The world famous bridge and the iconic symbol of Bristol, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1831 and completed in 1864 after his death

Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park

Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park

A great day out for the whole family in a beautiful river-based park, offering a truly all-weather entertainment centre

University of Bristol Botanic Garden

University of Bristol Botanic Garden

Discover over 4,500 stunning plant species, including rare and threatened plants, in this huge University collection

Tyntesfield

Tyntesfield

Spectacular Victorian country house and estate, situated on a ridge overlooking the beautiful Yeo Valley

HorseWorld

HorseWorld

Meet and help feed the rescued horses, ponies, donkeys in order to support this charity's animal welfare work

Avon Valley Railway

Avon Valley Railway

Railway that's much more than your average steam train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Get hands on and meet a variety of animals, including giraffe, rhinos, tigers and lions, then relax while the kids use the 12 play areas

WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre

WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre

Well renowned and popular conservation centre, which features the world's largest collection of swans, geese, ducks and flamingos

Old Down Country Park

Old Down Country Park

Park with plenty of animals to see that is easily accessible from Bristol, Thornbury and the M5/M4/M48 motorways

The above list is just a small selection – you can view all Bristol attractions here.

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Featured things to do

Be sure to check out these brilliant attractions in Bristol:

Bristol Aquarium
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
Brunel's ss Great Britain
Bristol Zoo Gardens