Bristol Attractions
- 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
- West Country Games has become Bristol's most popular group activity day, especially suited to stag, hen, birthday and team building.
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- We love our food, as you’ve probably discovered from many a rave restaurant review and our expanding list of award-winning eateries. Find out where to book your meals to enjoy the locally-sourced, organic and inventive culinary delights.
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Watershed
Harbourside
Enjoy a lively programme of independent film, digital media and events at this fantastic media centre in the heart of the Harbourside
We The Curious
Harbourside
Find out about the latest on the roads and get travel directions from TravelWest
Bristol City Council is operating a Clean Air Zone in the city centre area. To find out more and to…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.
M Shed
Central Bristol
The M Shed is an innovative and exciting flagship museum for Bristol, featuring gallery space and a packed events schedule.
Wake The Tiger
South Bristol
The world's first Amazement Park, Wake The Tiger, is an out-of-this-world, self-guided, walk-through labyrinth of exploration. Step through the portal into the alternate world of Meridia where you explore The Dream Factory before transcending to the…
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 Aquarium
Central Bristol
Spectacular aquarium in the Harbourside area that provides an amazing underwater adventure from the British coast to exotic tropical seas
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.
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
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…
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
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
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.
The Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
The Grand Pier is open every day, except Christmas Day, so come hail, rain or shine, you’ll always get a warm welcome. Whatever the weather is doing outside, it’s still fun, fun, fun on the inside.
Windmill Hill City Farm
Central Bristol
Windmill Hill City Farm is a voluntary community project seeking to meet the needs of local people through a range of social, environmental, and educational activities.
The Original Bristol Blue Glass - Studio/Shop
Arnos Vale
Take a factory tour, see glass blowing demos from the public viewing gallery, take part in a bauble blowing experiences or just browse the gallery shop
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
Bristol Cathedral
Central Bristol
Much more than a fascinating building, being a fine example of a hall church, it is a centre of Bristol's history, civic life and culture
Price
FreeThe New Room Museum
Bristol Shopping Quarter
The Museum at the New Room tells the incredible story of the lives of John and Charles Wesley, the early beginnings of Methodism and its relevance today. Come and explore our 12 interactive rooms!
Bristol Ferry Boats
Harbourside
Explore Bristol's Harbourside by ferry, go on a trip with friends or colleagues, or simply get from A to B without worrying about traffic