Things to do for families in Bristol

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Bristol is a great destination for a family trip and we pride ourselves on being a family-friendly city, offering entertainment for kids of all ages.

We've picked Bristol's family-friendly things to do and sorted them into the handy list below. We also have plenty of family events in Bristol to enjoy as well as excellent family hotels and places to stay to make your break to Bristol extra special. So get making some memories and visit Bristol with your family.

Bristol for families

There is a whole city to explore with world-class attractions and exciting activities. Become a Bristol adventurer and search for Banksy on the walls, or sharks under the water at Bristol Aquarium. You could explore the World's first great ocean liner Brunel's SS Great Britain, travel through space in the Planetarium at We The Curious (currently closed for repairs) or pilot Concorde at Aerospace Bristol.

In Bristol families could come face to face with a cheeky lemur at Bristol Zoo Project or even a dinosaur at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery.

Boat trips are a brilliant way to explore the city, with Bristol Ferry providing a service around the harbour and to Temple Meads, or Bristol Packet Boat Trips running extra trips during the school holidays.

A perfect family base

Bristol has all the exciting bustle and culture you'd want from a city break but with countryside, seaside and green spaces all around and right on our doorstep, meaning it's a great base for families to explore not only the city itself but really let off some steam in nearby Somerset, South Gloucestershire and The Cotswolds.

You could spend some time in the English countryside and visit some amazing family attractions near Bristol including The Grand Pier in Weston-super Mare, Wookey Hole, Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park, Longleat Safari Park, Cheddar Gorge, Chew Valley Animal Park and Noah's Ark Zoo Farm.

For some outdoorsy activities, book the kids in for a surf session at The Wave, or see how many bird species you can spot from your wild canoe safari at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre.

Or for some indoor fun to enjoy whatever the weather, experience the world's first Amazement Park at Wake the Tiger, bounce around at AirHop Bristol or practice your bowling skills at Roxy Lanes.

If the kids need some sea air, then head to Weston-super-Mare or Clevedon in coastal Somerset for beaches, piers and seaside fun.

Family friendly restaurants in Bristol

After you've been exploring and adventuring all day with your family, you'll need somewhere to refuel. So check out our section on family-friendly places to eat in Bristol here.

Still got questions?

Travelling with your family is wonderful, but the logistics can sometimes be hard and we want to make it as easy for you as we can. So if you have any more specific questions about pushchair access, changing facilities, children's menus, family rooms or anything else then please contact us.

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Pier to Pier Cycle Route

North Somerset

The Weston-super-Mare to Clevedon Pier to Pier Way is a new 13-mile route designed to appeal to commuters, leisure users and tourists alike opening in Spring 2024.
Bristol Beacon

Central Bristol

Bristol Beacon is Bristol’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment by major names in rock, pop, jazz, folk, world and classical music, stand up comedy and light entertainment, as well as local choirs, orchestras and schools.
Bristol Ghost Tours

Central Bristol

Bristol Ghost Tours - The only dedicated ghost tour available in Bristol today, fully guided by professional costumed guides. Fun, exciting, scary and full of tales of the many ghosts of Bristol.
Cheddar Gorge & Caves - Escape Rooms

Cheddar

Cheddar Gorge & Cave is family-friendly with baby changing and buggy parking available. Breast-feeding friendly throughout and highchairs available.
Roxy Lanes

Central Bristol

Under 18s are welcome with an adult before 5pm, and off-peak games prices are available. Activities include 8 full size bowling lanes, batting cages, shuffleboard, duck pin bowling, karaoke, ice-free curling, arcade games and pool.
Cooking It!

Cotham

Cooking it! is a fun and relaxed cookery school in the heart of Bristol, a stone’s throw from both the Whiteladies road and the Gloucester Road, in the trendy Chandos Road.
Lunch Trip to Beese's with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Central Bristol

Leave the city behind and enjoy a leisurely cruise up the river with a 90min stop for lunch at this popular destination on the banks of the picturesque Avon.
Westonbirt, The National Arboretum

S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

Arboretum with over 15,000 rare and beautiful trees, all set in 600 glorious, easy-to-stroll Cotswold acres
Graft

Central Bristol

Learn about Bristol’s rich graffiti heritage and have a go yourself on their unique graffiti workshops.
Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Cheddar

Cheddar Gorge & Cave is family-friendly with baby changing and buggy parking available. Breast-feeding friendly throughout and highchairs available.
Discover the Treasure Island Trail

Central Bristol

The Treasure Island Trail is a fun, family-friendly trail and app that guides you round Bristol’s historic Floating Harbour to discover Bristol’s literary connections, maritime history and tales of piracy!
CityDays Urban Adventures- Puzzle-Filled Walking Tours

Central Bristol

Escape room meets city tour. Explore Bristol’s historic highlights and hidden quirks in
this puzzle-filled adventure through its centre!
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre

Clifton

Two buggy lockers are available at the entrance to the venue. A family toilet is available. It is equipped with baby change facilities and a step to reach the sink and toilet. There is a children’s bannister on the main staircase. A lift is also…

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Free
Blaise Castle House Museum and Estate

Henbury

Unique mansion that houses some stunning period costumes and everyday Victorian objects, including model trains, dolls and toys

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Free
The Georgian House Museum

West End

One of the most complete 18th century town houses surviving in the UK, offering a glimpse of life hundreds of years ago.
The Lido

Clifton

Bristol’s most unique spa destination, featuring a pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, spa, restaurant bar and terrace
The Bristol Hippodrome

Central Bristol

The Bristol Hippodrome is one of the country's top, family-friendly provincial theatres, which proudly continues to stage major West End and Broadway productions.

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Guide Price From £13.00 Per Ticket
Marine Lake & The Causeway

Weston-super-Mare

Marine Lake, there is always sea water even when the tide is out.
Evening Cruise to Beese's with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Central Bristol

Leave the city behind and cruise upstream for a late afternoon beverage of your choice at this popular destination on the picturesque banks of the Avon.
Newark Park

Gloucestershire

A secluded country estate upon the Cotswold escarpment, with garden strolls and woodland walks.

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