Things to Do in Bristol
24 attractions and days out
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Bristol packs a lot into a compact area, and its attractions reflect a city that likes to do things a bit differently. Alongside the well-known museums and harbourside sights are walking tours with a storytelling bent, such as Curious About Bristol and Pirate Petes Walking Tour, plus adventurous options like Ashton Court Disc Golf Park and Active Reality Bristol for those wanting to be outdoors and active.
Families are well catered for too, with soft play at I-Play Softplay, circus skills through Flying Trapeze Above & Beyond Circus, and pottery sessions at Wot Pots offering a change of pace from sightseeing. Smaller, independent operators like Little Mess Central Bristol and Little Murmur sit comfortably alongside bigger-name venues, so it is worth deciding whether you want a structured tour, a hands-on activity, or somewhere to let children burn off energy before picking where to start.
⭐ 4.4
Museums & Galleries
We The Curious
Explore one of Britain's premier interactive science centres where families can engage with fascinating experiments, demonstrations and hands-on displays that bring STEM subjects to life for all ages.
⭐ 4.3
Parks & Play Areas
Dame Emily Park
A wheelchair-accessible Bedminster green space with onsite dining and snacks, though visitors should note there are no toilet facilities and picnics aren't permitted at this local park.
⭐ 4.3
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Thornbury Leisure Centre
This Bristol-area leisure centre features swimming facilities and an onsite restaurant, with parking available for visitors though accessibility options are limited.
⭐ 4.2
Aquariums & Sea Life Centres
Bristol Aquarium
Dive into an underwater adventure featuring sharks, piranhas and tropical species, with highlights including a walk-through tunnel and spectacular botanical glasshouse filled with exotic plants.
⭐ 4.2
Indoor Soft Play
Noah's Ark Play Centre
Let kids burn energy at this Brislington soft play venue featuring classic climbing frames, slides and activity zones, plus a dedicated space for younger children to play safely.
⭐ 4.2
Cinema & Theatre
Showcase Bristol Avonmeads
Catch the latest blockbusters at this modern cinema on St Philips Causeway, featuring 3D screenings, wheelchair access, onsite parking and snacks available to purchase throughout your visit.
⭐ 4.2
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Bristol Cribbs Causeway
This 12-screen multiplex cinema offers the latest blockbusters and family films in a fully accessible venue with dining options, baby changing rooms and pushchair-friendly facilities throughout.
⭐ 4.2
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Bristol Longwell Green
This 13-screen cinema at Aspects Leisure Park delivers the latest blockbusters with full accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs, plus refreshments and baby-changing facilities on site.
⭐ 4.1
Sightseeing & Attractions
Bristol Balloon Fiesta
Europe's most spectacular hot air balloon event fills the skies with vibrant colour as masses of balloons launch in breathtaking displays that captivate families and visitors alike.
⭐ 4.1
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Bristol (Longwell Green)
Strike up family fun at this lively ten-pin bowling venue in Aspects Leisure Park, featuring arcade entertainment and dining options. Fully accessible with onsite parking, baby facilities and wheelchair-friendly lanes for all ages.
⭐ 4.1
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Cribbs Causeway
Strike up family fun at this modern bowling venue on Merlin Road, complete with lanes for all ages, an onsite restaurant, and full accessibility including baby facilities and wheelchair access.
⭐ 4.1
Indoor Soft Play
Wacky Warehouse - Wishing Well
Let your little ones burn off energy at this fun-filled soft play venue in Aspects Leisure Park, complete with an onsite restaurant and facilities including baby changing areas and accessible toilets.
⭐ 4.0
Bowling Alleys
Tenpin Bristol
Strike up family fun at this Bristol entertainment hub featuring bowling lanes, laser combat, escape room challenges and arcade games, plus facilities for families with young children and accessibility support.
⭐ 4.0
Adventure & Activity Centres
Wacky Warehouse - Mill House Emersons Green
Let kids burn off energy at this indoor play centre featuring climbing frames and slides, complete with an onsite restaurant, baby facilities and wheelchair access for all families.
⭐ 3.9
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Parish Wharf Leisure Centre
This fully accessible leisure centre welcomes families with wheelchair users, babies and pushchairs, offering swimming facilities plus on-site dining options for all ages to enjoy together.
⭐ 3.9
Sightseeing & Attractions
Upside Down House Bristol
Step into a topsy-turvy world where furniture hangs from ceilings and gravity seems reversed at this quirky Bristol attraction. Perfect for memorable family photos, though note accessibility is limited.
⭐ 3.7
Ice & Roller Skating
Planet Ice Bristol
Glide across the ice at this Bristol rink offering public skating sessions and refreshments on-site, with wheelchair access and facilities available throughout your visit.
⭐ 3.6
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Easton Leisure Centre
Make a splash with the kids in the 25-metre pool complete with waterslide, then burn off energy in the sports hall or air-conditioned gym at this Bristol fitness venue on Thrissell Street.
⭐ 3.6
Parks & Play Areas
Hengrove Park
Watch action-packed BMX and skateboarding stunts, then let kids tackle the climbing wall, play area and unusual hamster wheel attraction at this lively Bristol park with full facilities including baby change.
Indoor Soft Play
Little Mess Central Bristol
A wheelchair and pushchair-accessible soft play venue at Cadbury Heath Hall offering baby changing facilities and special assistance for families with young children seeking indoor fun.
⭐ 5.0
Cinema & Theatre
Little Murmur
Bristol's welcoming theatre space offers full wheelchair access and baby-friendly facilities including changing areas and nursing rooms, making it ideal for families with young children.
Birthday Party Venues
The Outdoors Project Bristol
Host memorable children's celebrations at this Bristol venue offering wheelchair-accessible facilities and dedicated support staff, though families should note limited provisions for babies and pushchairs.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Escape Hunt Bristol
Test your family's puzzle-solving skills in exciting themed escape rooms designed for all ages at this Cabot Circus attraction, where teamwork and quick thinking are key to beating the clock.
Pottery & Ceramic Painting
Wot Pots
Get creative as a family at this accessible pottery studio where everyone can paint their own ceramics, with parking and facilities onsite making it easy to visit.
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