Historic Harbourside
With our enviable setting in the heart of maritime Bristol, it
is hard to imagine a better-placed base for enjoying Bristol’s
cultural assets than The Bristol Hotel.
SS Great Britain
Step back in time when you board Brunel’s ss Great Britain.
Discover the true stories
behind the ship that changed the world.
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on board for
Victorian passengers and crew. Descend under water below the glass
‘sea’ to touch the world’s first great ocean liner.
@Bristol
Bringing science to life! There is so much to
discover for all the family with At-Bristol! Join Morph and friends
for a journey through animation past and present and become an
animator for the day. Be awed by icy bodies and cosmic rays, get in
a spin at the turbulent orb, create your own TV show or cover
yourself from head to toe in your own giant bubble! With over 300
hands-on exhibits to explore, live shows and a Planetarium,
At-Bristol is one of the UK’s biggest and most exciting interactive
science centres.
Blue 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. The centrepiece of the aquarium is the spectacular
coral reef housed within a gigantic ocean display. The reef is home
to exotic species like graceful angelfish, zebra sharks, black tip
reef sharks and hundreds of dazzlingly beautiful fish that use the
reef like a bustling undersea city. Enjoy the closest of undersea
encounters in an underwater walk-through tunnel through the reef,
from inside a glass cavern and via a massive acrylic viewing
window. There's also a programme of free daily events including
entertaining talks and feeding displays as well as the awesome IMAX
Cinema that will take you on an impersive 3D journey!
Bristol Cathedral
Open from Monday – Saturday 8am – 6pm. Sunday 7.20am – 5pm. Guided
tours on Saturdays, or as arranged through the Chapter Clerk.
A church has probably stood on this site for over a thousand years
but it came to prominence in 1140 when Robert Fitzhardinge founded
the Abbey of St. Augustine. The Chapter House and Abbey Gatehouse
remain clearly to be seen, the other remains are within Bristol
Cathedral School. The eastern end of the Cathedral, especially in
the Choir, gives Bristol Cathedral a unique place in the
development of British and European Architecture. The Nave, Choir
and Aisles are all the same height, making a large hall. Bristol
Cathedral is the major example of a 'Hall Church' in Great Britain
and one of the finest anywhere in the world.
Clifton Village
The most beautiful shopping quarter in Bristol. Stroll amongst
wonderful Georgian architecture and take your pick from any one of
the many up-market independent shops and boutiques selling
jewellery, art, gifts, furniture, fashion good food and more.
Clifton Village is the place to come for great shopping, beautiful
gifts and interesting shops with old-fashioned service. While
you're there take advantage of the many restaurants and coffee
shops. The Clifton Suspension Bridge is just a short walk away.
Clifton Suspension Bridge
The world famous Clifton Suspension Bridge was designed by the
great Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, although he never
lived to see his creation finished in 1864. Its spectacular setting
on the cliffs of the Avon Gorge have made it the symbol of Bristol,
drawing thousands of visitors a year just to stroll across for
views of the gorge and elegant Clifton. The Spring/Summer guided
tours have now begun! The free tours begin at 3.00pm every Saturday
and Sunday from Easter weekend until the end of October. Meet at
the toll booth at the Clifton end of the Bridge
and expect each tour to last around 45 mins. The guided tours are
suitable for all ages and abilities - great for the enthusiast, the
school project or for general interest. No need to book - just turn
up. Not suitable for large organised groups where separate
arrangements apply. A Visitor Centre on the Leigh Woods side of the
Bridge is open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm.
