Bristol Zoo Gardens
It is the 5th oldest zoo in the world and the oldest outside of a capital city. It was awarded âZoo of the Year 2004â by the Good Britain Guide.
Blue Reef Aquarium
From the hidden world of UK waters, this amazing new aquarium transports visitors to the spectacular 'underwater gardens' of the Mediterranean and stunning beauty of tropical waters - home to everything from seahorses and puffer fish to living corals and tropical sharks.
Brunel's ss Great Britain
The world's first iron hulled, screw propeller-driven, steam-powered passenger liner, built by Brunel in 1843 and now preserved in a dry-dock alongside the floating harbour. Winner of the Gulbenkian Prize for Museum of the Year 2006 - the Biggest Arts Prize in the U.K.
Clifton Suspenson Bridge
Possibly the city's most famous landmark, Brunel's 19th century suspension bridge spans the spectacular Avon Gorge at a height of 75m. A visitor centre is on the other side of bridge.
At-Bristol
At-Bristol involves people of all ages in an incredible journey through the workings of the world around us. Plus there is always something new to discover with Explore's programme of special exhibitions - from animation to flight, illusions and sport!
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
Bristol's major museum and art gallery houses an outstanding and diverse range of objects, from sea dinosaurs to magnificent art. A visit to the region's largest museum and art gallery is guaranteed to inspire! A range of subjects can be found. From Archaeology to History and Art. It also has a cafe.
Pirate Walks
Join Pirate Pete for a 1 hour guided walking tour of Bristol's historic harbourside. Walking tours of Bristol's 16th, 17th and 18th century Maritime History of discovery, trade , slavery and piracy always call before visiting.
Jump
Bristol Jump has enormous adventure play-frames: a space zone, a galleon and an enchanted castle. At 22,000sq feet it is the largest dedicated indoor soft play centre in England and they only tucked away in the back of Cribbs Causeway! There are also huge inflatables, an indoor football pitch, ten pin bowling and an enormous zone just for toddlers. They also offer themed party rooms, a café and different activities every day.
Cabot Circus
Having taken over three years to build and costing in excess of £500 million, Cabot Circus will provide city centre visitors with over 120 new shops, including 15 major flagship stores. Of these, Harvey Nichols and House of Fraser will set the precedent, offering a combined area of well over 200,000 ft² of prime retail space with all of the top brands and labels that are usually associated with these famous chains.
Bristol has many attractions youâll not want to miss. So much in fact, it is sometimes difficult to find out what you definitely shouldnât miss. Therefore the following list provides ten things you really donât want to miss.
Clifton Downs and Observatory
The Downs provide a huge open space within Bristol, with great views over the Avon Gorge and the suspension bridge. On top of the downs, right by the bridge is the Observatory, housing a camera obscura and a cave leading down towards an observation point within the 250-foot sheer cliff face of the gorge.
Ferry Boat Co.
Catch a ferry and enjoy the exciting world of Bristol's Historic Harbour - for a round trip tour, hop-on and hop-off, or getting from A to B; and to many of the harbourside attractions. Timetables are available online and at many places in the city.
bristol's neighbourhoods
Bristol is a very diverse city. From the historic Old City and Harbourside to Georgian Clifton, there is something to be found for everyone. Every neighbourhood has its own attractions and sights. Thus, including sights from the list above, below the sights of the city are listed by where you can find them.
Parks
Ashton Court Estate
850 acre city park, less than two miles from the city centre, with a mix of meadow, woodland, deer park, golf course, site of the Balloon Fiesta, the KIte Festival and the former Ashton Court Festival.
Leigh Woods
A wilderness of beauty and tranquility set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Avon Gorge and Brunel's world famous suspension bridge National Trust
Blaise Castle Estate
650 acres of park and woodland on the northern fringes, with a folly, the gorge of the River Trym and a small museum in Blaise House
Oldbury Court
woodland and riverside paths alongside the Frome, with historic parkland and children's play facilities, approx 3 miles north east of city centre.
Bristol has many open spaces reasonably accessible from the city centre. The more notable include:
Clifton and Durdham Downs
adjacent to the Avon Gorge, the Suspension Bridge and Bristol Zoo, 400 acres of grassland, with views towards the Severn Estuary and the Mendip Hills.
Brandon Hill & The Cabot Tower
This attractive and hilly park is worth visiting, if only for the views over Bristol from the hill-top. Even better views can be gained by climbing the narrow spiral staircase within the Cabot Tower atop the hill. Open every day from 8AM to 30mins before dusk. The tower is now open again after being closed for significant structural maintenance.
Details of other city parks can be found on the city council website. (http://www.bristol.gov.uk...)
Churches
St Mary Redcliffe Church
a short walk from Bathurst Basin. Described by Queen Elizabeth I, as "the goodliest, fairest and most famous parish church in England."
Bristol Cathedral
Originally the abbey of St Augustine, founded in the Norman era, extensively rebuilt in the 16th and 19th centuries. The seat of the diocese of Bristol.