Bristol Attractions
- 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.
- Go history hunting and find some culture in Bristol's world-class museums and galleries.
- Bristol has a rich history and there are squillions of historic and heritage things to do where you can explore Bristol's history and uncover a slice of the past.
- Bristol is a green city surrounded by countryside and we have a wide selection of things to do where you can experience animals, wildlife and get back to nature.
- See the circus, get up close to one of our independent stages, or see the best of the West End on tour.
- There's plenty of cultural attractions in Bristol to visit and enjoy...Click here to browse our huge range of cultural attractions and get information on opening times and prices
- Take a moment’s quiet contemplation or simply bask in the architectural wonder of Bristol’s stunning churches and cathedral scenes.
- Bristol is a green city, surrounded by countryside and all of these attractions and things to do are outdoors, in the open air.
- Grab some popcorn and settle down to an old classic, a novel independent, or a Hollywood blockbuster.
- Bristol is great for kids and we have super indoor play centres, soft play centres and playgrounds that can keep even the most active children entertained.
- Bristol is truly a green city and has over 400 parks and green spaces. So take a deep breath and find the perfect places to walk, cycle, relax or picnic.
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- Home of infamous graffiti artist Banksy and with street art along narrow alleys, down side-streets, across city walls and bridges, Bristol lives and breathes colour of every hue.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge
Clifton
The world famous bridge and the iconic symbol of Bristol, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1831 and completed in 1864 after his death
Wookey Hole Caves
Somerset
Wookey Hole Caves is one of the UK’s largest show caves systems deep below the Mendip Hills. It’s home of the Witch of Wookey Hole and offers a magical and historical day out for explorers of all ages.
Bristol Aquarium
Central Bristol
Spectacular aquarium in the Harbourside area that provides an amazing underwater adventure from the British coast to exotic tropical seas
Brunel's SS Great Britain
Harbourside
Step aboard the world’s first great ocean liner, dating back to 1843. Tour the ship, climb the rigging, head deep into the Dry Dock and meet Victorian passengers and explore two additional museums in the historic dockyard
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
West End
Museum and art gallery with some outstanding collections of art, archaeology, Egyptology and natural history in a magnificent building
Bristol Zoo Project
North Bristol
Discover a world of animal adventures – right on your doorstep! Bristol Zoo Project is the perfect family day out, with 50 acres to explore. Say ‘hello’ to bears, giraffes, zebras, gelada ‘baboons’, cheetahs, meerkats and ring-tailed lemurs, among…
Watershed
Harbourside
Enjoy a lively programme of independent film, digital media and events at this fantastic media centre in the heart of the Harbourside
M Shed
Central Bristol
The M Shed is an innovative and exciting flagship museum for Bristol, featuring gallery space and a packed events schedule.
Aerospace Bristol
Filton
Ready for boarding, Aerospace Bristol tells the amazing story of Bristol’s world-class aerospace industry and gives you and your family the chance to step aboard a British icon, Concorde Alpha Foxtrot.
We The Curious
Harbourside
We The Curious (formerly At-Bristol Science Centre) is a state-of-the-art visitor attraction, offering an amazing world of hands-on discovery for you, your friends and family.
Bristol Old Vic Theatre
Old City
Britain's oldest working theatre showcases some of the most cutting-edge theatre in the country.
AirHop Bristol
Cribbs Causeway
Ultimate bouncing fun for kids and big kids! Over 140 interconnected trampolines that span right across the floor and up the walls on our Main Court - plus Obstacle Course, AR Trampolines, Wipeout, Dodgeball, Foam Pit, Slam Dunk and Battle Beams.…
Clifton Observatory
Clifton
The Bristol tourist attraction features a Camera Obscura and Cave and sits above the Avon Gorge offering superb views of Bristol.
Gloucestershire County Cricket Club
Bishopston
Fancy some action this summer? Watch GCCC, a professional cricket club here in the heart of Bristol.
John Wesley’s New Room
Bristol Shopping Quarter
The oldest Methodist building in the world, constructed as a meeting room and accommodation after Wesley began to preach in 1739.
Wake The Tiger
South Bristol
The world’s first Amazement Park®, Wake The Tiger introduces the world of Meridia. An alternative space where passion, creativity and dreams come to life. Enter the Dream Factory.
University of Bristol Botanic Garden
Stoke Bishop
Discover over 4,500 stunning plant species, including rare and threatened plants, in this huge University collection
Arnolfini
Harbourside
Arnolfini is a centre for contemporary arts based on Bristol’s Harbourside. The organisation is dedicated to producing and presenting visual arts, performance, film, music and events.
Market Story Shop at St Nicholas Market
Bristol’s famous St Nick’s Market will open its doors to a new pop-up museum to showcase some of the market’s rich history.
Berkeley Castle
Berkeley
Berkeley Castle is a beautiful and historic Castle, begun in 1117 and still remains the home of the Berkeley family. It is a great day-out for all the family, hosting special events on bank holidays and during school holidays