Bristol, England — Attractions
Bristol Zoo Gardens
The Bristol Zoo Gardens was founded in 1835 and is one of the oldest zoos in the world. Spread over 12 acres, the zoo has been an immensely popular Bristol attraction since its inception and is a fun-filled experience for young and old alike. The zoo focuses on conservation and scientific research, as well as entertainment, and some of the fascinating exhibits include Gorilla Island, the Zona Brazil, Bug World, and the Monkey Jungle. The zoo plays host to various exciting events and programs throughout the year and visitors can also enjoy a picnic in the covered picnic area, or a snack at the Pelican Restaurant. The Terrace Theater offers visitors a chance to get up close and personal with some of the zoo's smaller inhabitants in Animal Encounters, running every day on the hour from 12pm to 4pm in peak season and 12pm to 3pm off-peak.
- Region/City Name
- Bristol
- Address
- Clifton
- Phone Number
- (0)117 974 7399
- Email Address
- information@bristolzoo.org.uk
- Website
- www.bristolzoo.org.uk
- Hours
- Daily from 9am to 5.30pm in peak season, closing at 5.00pm off-peak
- Admission
- £11.81 (adults); £7.27 (children)
Bristol Cathedral
In roughly 1140, the Abbey of St Augustine was founded by Robert Fitzhardinge. Over the years, the Abbey was altered, eventually becoming the model of the Hall Church style in England. When the Abbey was finally dissolved in 1539, the Nave was demolished and rebuilt, and became what is now the landmark Bristol Cathedral. The original Abbey Gatehouse and the Chapter House, which dates back to 1165, remain and visitors can enjoy the beauty and peace of this ancient holy site and its surrounds. The Cathedral also hosts free music recitals at certain times of year. Public guided tours of the Cathedral are available every Saturday at 11am.
- Region/City Name
- Bristol
- Address
- College Green
- Phone Number
- (0)117 926 4879
- Website
- www.bristol-cathedral.co.uk
- Transport
- Accessible by car, train or ferry
- Hours
- Daily from 8am until after Evensong.
- Admission
- Free
Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery
The Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery is an impressive collection of exhibits, objects and artwork, housed in a beautiful Edwardian Baroque building. As well as the permanent exhibits of regional, national and international artifacts, the museum hosts a range of temporary exhibitions and has a variety of different periods of artworks on display in its galleries. From natural history to the World Wildlife Gallery, decorative arts collections and archaeological displays, the Bristol City Museum and Gallery has something for everyone. The museum and gallery also plays host to various special events, workshops and children's activities throughout the year.
- Region/City Name
- Bristol
- Address
- Queens Road
- Phone Number
- (0)117 922 3571
- Email Address
- general.museum@bristol.gov.uk
- Hours
- Daily 10am to 5pm
- Admission
- Free
