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 a fantastic review of Bristol by our friends over at the fantastic ‘Visit Bristol’ website!

Top Bristol attractions

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

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

M Shed

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

Bristol Aquarium

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

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

At-Bristol

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

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

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

Tyntesfield

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

Cheddar Caves & Gorge

Discover one of the UK’s most famous beauty spots with the largest natural Gorge and two beautiful stalactite caverns.

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

HorseWorld

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

Berkeley Castle

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…

Arnos Vale Cemetery Trust

A place of heritage, tranquillity, wildlife and respect, with stories from the rich and famous through to the most humble

WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre

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

Bristol Blue Glass Factory & Shop

Take a factory tour, see glass blowing demos from the public viewing gallery or just browse the gallery shop