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Family days out in Bristol, made easy.

From castles and museums to soft play, farms and parks — find the best things to do with kids in Bristol.

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10+ Rainy Day Activities in Bristol for Kids

Discover 10+ indoor venues and activities for kids in Bristol, perfect for rainy days. From free museums to soft play. free.

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15+ Free Things to Do in Bristol with Kids

Find 15+ free family activities in Bristol: museums, parks, playgrounds and more. No entry fee, all ages welcome.

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10+ Soft Play Centres in Bristol

Find the best soft play centres in Bristol for toddlers and kids. Indoor play areas with slides, ball pits and café spaces. free.

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15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Bristol

Discover 15+ toddler-friendly activities in Bristol for babies and under 5s. Soft play, farms, free museums and more. free.

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Things to Do in Bristol This Weekend with Kids

Find family-friendly things to do in Bristol this weekend: events, activities and venues open now. Updated weekly.

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15+ Outdoor Activities in Bristol for Families

Explore 15+ outdoor activities and family days out in Bristol: parks, playgrounds, nature trails, farms and more. free.

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15+ Indoor Activities in Bristol for Families

Find 15+ indoor activities in Bristol for kids, from soft play and museums to arts, science and adventure centres. free.

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Top-rated places in Bristol

Loved by families. Rated by families.

Clifton Suspension Bridge

Clifton Suspension Bridge

★4.8

Cross Brunel's iconic suspension bridge spanning the Avon Gorge, then explore its fascinating museum and join guided tours revealing engineering history.

Free entryAges 5–15In & Out
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Brunel's SS Great Britain

Brunel's SS Great Britain

★4.8

Explore the iconic SS Great Britain, a legendary 1843 iron ocean liner, alongside interactive museums celebrating engineering genius Isambard Kingdom Brunel and maritime history.

Ages 5–15In & Out
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Cheddar Gorge and Caves

Cheddar Gorge and Caves

★4.6

Explore dramatic limestone caves, adventure caving, and rock climbing activities set within a stunning natural gorge landscape in Somerset.

Ages 4–12In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
Escape Hunt Bristol

Escape Hunt Bristol

★4.9

Solve puzzles and uncover secrets in themed escape rooms designed for families and groups aged 8 and up.

Ages 8–14Indoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby change
Mendip Hills National Landscape

Mendip Hills National Landscape

★4.7

Explore England's stunning limestone Mendip Hills with spectacular gorges, ancient monuments, and flower-rich grasslands perfect for family walks and outdoor adventures.

Free entryAges 0+Outdoors
Food on siteGood transportPushchair friendlyParking
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

★4.6

Explore diverse collections of art, nature, world cultures and history displayed in a beautiful Victorian building with free admission.

Free entryAges 5–12Indoors
Food on siteGood transportBaby changePushchair friendly
Aerospace Bristol

Aerospace Bristol

★4.7

Explore aviation history and engineering innovation through interactive exhibits, iconic aircraft, and immersive experiences at Bristol's premier aerospace museum.

Ages 5–14In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking
National Trust - Tyntesfield

National Trust - Tyntesfield

★4.6

Explore a Victorian mansion with ornate interiors, expansive grounds, and family-friendly activities in a historic National Trust property.

Ages 6–12In & Out
Food on siteBaby changePushchair friendlyParking

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