Attractions - Bristol UK Guide

Attractions

» Bristol Cathedral
A prime example of late Norman architecture in Britain and anywhere in the world, the Cathedral was built as an Augustinian abbey in the 12th century. It was converted into the Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity in 1542.

» SS Great Britain
The world's first iron steam ship was designed by a great Victorian engineer, Isambard Brunel who also designed the magnificent Clifton Suspension Bridge. The ship ran aground in the Falkland Islands but was brought back and is now stationed at the same dock it was created in 1845.

» Clifton Suspension Bridge
Perhaps the city's most famous landmark, the renowned bridge is suspended over the Avon Gorge and offers a dramatic scenery both day and night. The visitor center nearby also provides knowledge about the bridge's history, its maintenance as well as other interesting tidbits about this fantastic man-made creation.

» Arnolfini Arts Center
Scheduled for a re-open in September 2005, the Arnolfini ranks among one of Europe's leading contemporary arts centers. It organizes many interesting lectures and performances in addition to its wide range of artistic displays.

» City Museum and Art Gallery
The City Museum and Art Gallery combines displays concerning natural history, archaeology and arts together in an exquisite Edwardian Baroque building. Its Designated status awarded by the Government guarantees the museum's outstanding exhibits.

» Blaise Castle House Museum
A visit to this charming 18th century estate provides a wonderful insight into daily folk life in the past. Many of the exhibits are children-oriented, and the examples of Victorian household tools and costumes will surely fascinate the parents as well.

» Bristol Industrial Museum
The Industrial Museum houses exhibits on Bristol's past industries which include flying, printing, automobile and many others. Some of the visitors' favorite among the whopping total of 700 exhibits are the world's first holiday caravan, the 50s steam carriage and a working Gauge 1 model railway.

» British Empire and Commonwealth Museum
A 500-year history of the British Empire and the Commonwealth has been accounted in this internationally acclaimed museum that aims to explore the legacy of the Empire and its effect on the modern world through its collections of items, letters and memorabilia.

» Bristol Balloons
Bristolians are fascinated with hot air balloons, and the Balloon Fiesta is one of the liveliest events in the city. If you fancy observing Bristol from a different angle, try the 1-hour balloon flight which is available from April to October.

» At-Bristol
At-Bristol, the recent winner of "Family Attraction of the Year" award, is a rare interactive science center that makes both science and technology easy and fun. The range of exhibits is enormous, some of which include the IMAX Theater, the Wildwalk, and the amazing planetarium among others.