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.

Family events in Bristol

Bristol is one of the most family-friendly cities in the UK, browse our list of exciting family-friendly events to keep all ages entertained.
Aerospace Bristol

Journey through more than a century of fascinating aviation history – including aeroplanes, helicopters, rockets, engines and more – and step aboard the last Concorde ever to fly.
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Family 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.

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Go Ape - Forest of Dean

Forest of Dean

Live life more adventurously – that’s their challenge to you. Start by booking your next Go Ape outing. Head into the forest for the Tree-Top Adventure or one of the new Forest Segway safaris. They promise you it’ll be a day out you’ll never forget
Avon Gorge Cruise with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Central Bristol

Relax and unwind on the river as you enjoy spectacular views of Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Avon Gorge.
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.
Arnos Vale Cemetery

Central Bristol

Step into a secret world and discover 45 green acres where the history of Bristol is told in a leafy and tranquil setting.
Prior Park Landscape Garden

Bath

Prior Park Landscape Garden is a beautiful and intimate 18th-century landscape garden in Bath with stunning views across the city.

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Guide Price From £8.20 to £20.50 Per Ticket
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
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.
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.

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Free
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!
Dyrham Park

Dyrham

Dyrham Park is nestled in 270 acres of ancient parkland filled with magnificent trees and breathtaking views over to Wales. Inside the house, visitors can get a flavour of 17th-century life while the garden includes formal borders, ponds and an…
Clifton Observatory's Giants Cave

Clifton

Ghyston’s Cave, sometimes known as the Giants Cave or Foxhole is a natural cave in the limestone face of St Vincent’s Rocks in the Avon Gorge.
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.…
The Lido

Clifton

Bristol’s most unique spa destination, featuring a pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna, spa, restaurant bar and terrace
Pub Lunch Cruise with Bristol Packet Boat Trips

Central Bristol

Cruise upstream along beautiful rural stretches of the Avon and enjoy the full 'riverboat experience' as you navigate through Hanham Lock before stopping for lunch.
Wells Cathedral

Bristol & Bath

Gothic cathedral in the heart of medieval Wells. Magnificent 13th century West Front; impressive scissor arches; 14th century Vicars' Close. Free daily tours (not Sundays). Family trails, holiday workshops. Entry donations welcomed.

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Guide Price From Free Per person per day to £20.00 Per Ticket
Underfall Yard

Central Bristol

Underfall Yard – the heart of Bristol’s harbour since 1809 and the machines that powered a port.
Treasure Hunt Bristol

Central Bristol

Treasure Hunt Bristol will take you on a beautiful route, and send you to fab places, all at your own pace.

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Guide Price From £9.99 Per Ticket
Bowood House and Gardens

Calne

Bowood House & Gardens is the home to the Lansdowne family. Bowood offers a fantastic day out in Wiltshire for all the family. Famous for one of the UK’s most extensive Adventure Playgrounds, children are guaranteed the time of their lives.
Graft

Central Bristol

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

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