Bristol Information

Bristol - Heralded as 'UK family attraction of the year' Experience a living rainforest, hands-on discovery centre & the biggest cinema screen in the west next to the harbourside full of trendy bistros, wine bars and art centres.
Bristol (16Km) - Visit the historical city of Bristol, you can find something for all ages: Museums, arts, science, media centres, restaurants, clubs & bars. For that shopping experience try our Boutiques both modern & antique, or visit the Galleries with over 100 stores.

Bristol Attractions

John Wesley's Chapel (The New Room)

John Wesley's Chapel (The New Room): 36 The Horsefair, Broadmead, bristol, BS1 3JE

The oldest Methodist chapel in the world, built in 1739 and extended in 1748. Above the chapel are the preacher's rooms where John Wesley, Charles Wesley and the early Methodist preachers stayed

Red Lodge

Red Lodge: Park Row, bristol, BS1 5LJ

The house was built in 1590 and then altered in 1730. It has fine oak panelling and carved stone chimney pieces and is furnished in the style of both periods. The garden has now been laid out in Elizabethan style

At-Bristol

At-Bristol: Anchor Road, Harbourside, bristol, BS1 5DB

At Bristol is an amazing world on hands on discovery, including an Imax theatre and wildlife walk (which includes a living rainforest)

For the interactive adventure of a lifetime head for At-Bristol's three attractions on the city's habourside. A clever fusion of sci-fi architecture and historic buildings are home to 'Wildwalk', a breathtaking journey through the plant and animal kingdom

The Georgian House

The Georgian House: 7 Great George St, off Park Street, bristol, BS1 5RR

A carefully preserved example of a late 18th-century merchant's town house, with many original features and furnished to illustrate life both above and below stairs

Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery

Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery: Queen's Road, Clifton, bristol, BS8 1RL

Regional and international collections representing ancient history, natural sciences, and fine and applied arts. Displays include dinosaurs, Bristol ceramics, silver, Chinese and Japanese ceramics. A full programme of Special Exhibitions take place.

Bristol Industrial Museum

Bristol Industrial Museum: Prince's Wharf, Prince St, City Docks, bristol, BS1 4RN

The museum is housed in a converted dockside transit shed. Motor and horse-drawn vehicles from the Bristol area are shown, with locally built aircraft and aero-engines. Railway exhibits include the industrial locomotive Henbury.

Bristol Zoo Gardens

Bristol Zoo Gardens: Clifton, bristol, BS8 3HA

Voted 'Zoo of the year 2004' by the Good Britain Guide, Bristol Zoo Gardens has something for everyone from the smallest and rarest tortoise in the world, to the largest ape. With over 400 exotic and endangered species to explore, enjoy a whole day filled with excitement and discovery at Bristol Zoo Gardens

Come and visit Bristol Zoo gardens a place where you can relax in beautiful landscaped gardens whilst enjoying the company of animals in their natural surroundings.

British Empire & Commonwealth Museum

British Empire & Commonwealth Museum: Station Approach, Temple Meads, bristol, BS1 6QH

Exploring the dramatic 500-year history of the rise and fall of the British Empire and the emergence of the modern Commonwealth, this internationally acclaimed museum uses video stations, interactive exhibits, computer games, as well as more traditional exibits

SS Great Britain

Great Western Dock, Gas Ferry Road, bristol, BS1 6TY

Built and launched in Bristol in 1843, the SS Great Britain, designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, was the first ocean-going, propeller-driven, iron ship. After a life as a passenger liner, troop transport and cargo carrier, she was abandoned in the Falklands

Explore the majesty of the S.S. Great Britain, the worlds first great ocean liner, wander around this great vessel and feel the excitement of early sea travel. On selected weekends enjoy a ride on the Bristol harbour railway, or enjoy a trip around the docks on the mayflower steam tug.

Maritime Heritage Centre

Maritime Heritage Centre: Gas Ferry Road, bristol, BS1 6UN

Exploring 200 years of Bristol shipbuilding, with special reference to Charles Hill & Son, and their predecessor, James Hillhouse. At the Great Western Dock the museum forms part of the SS Great Britain and John Cabot's Matthew experience

The Matthew

Great Western Dock, Gas Ferry Road, bristol, BS1 6TY

The Matthew is a replica of the ship built in the 15th century in which John Cabot sailed from Bristol to Newfoundland.

Harvey's Wine Cellar & Industrial Museums

Located underground, the museum has an award-winning restaurant on the premises. Guided tours are available although you are advised to check the availability ahead of visiting

Art Galleries

Clifton Suspension Bridge

You'll find the Suspension Bridge a treat

Broadmead Shopping Centre

Open all year Broadmead - the biggest & best shopping centre in the South West, located in the heart of Bristol. It's 400 stores and being surrounded by a wide selection of hotels, restaurants, cafes and pubs.

Bristol Old Vic Theatre

Open all year The Bristol Old Vic is one of Britain's oldest theatre companies, and it's home - the 18th century Theatre Royal - is Britain's oldest theatre in continuous use. It stages a broad selection of classic drama, new plays and family shows.