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Indoor Things to Do in Bristol
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in Bristol doesn't have to be a write-off. These attractions have indoor or all-weather areas, so the day stays fun whatever the sky does.
Museums & Galleries
16.3 mi from Bristol
The Helicopter Museum
The Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, England, is a museum featuring a collection of more than 80 helicopters and autogyros from around the world, both civili... — Wikipedia
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17.5 mi from Bristol
Tintern Old Station
Tintern Old Station is a heritage visitor centre in Monmouthshire, Wales, set in restored railway carriages that tell the story of local history, alongside an N-gauge model railway...
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18.7 mi from Bristol
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths lets you step inside the remains of a Roman legionary fortress, including the immense natatio, or open-air swimming pool, that once held more than 80,...
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26.2 mi from Bristol
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum is a small, friendly motoring museum in the Wiltshire countryside near Calne, home to over 100 exhibits including cars from the 1920s onwards, motorcycle...
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29.2 mi from Bristol
Cockpit
The Cockpit is a 17th-century circular thatched building, originally standing in the yard of the Hawk and Buckle Inn in Denbigh before being moved to St Fagans in 1965 and opened t...
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Theme Parks
21.1 mi from Bristol
Brean Theme Park
Brean Theme Park is a free-admission theme park just off the M5 in Brean, Somerset, offering a day of rides and attractions for all ages. You'll find roller coasters, dodgems, a tr...
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Zoos & Wildlife
21.6 mi from Bristol
Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Slimbridge Wetland Centre is a wildlife reserve and visitor attraction where you can explore adventure play areas, take a canoe safari, join expert-led talks and tours, and visit S...
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Where to stay near Bristol
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
Worth knowing before you go
Rainy days are the busiest days at indoor attractions during school holidays — arriving at opening time beats the queues, and booking ahead is worth it for the big names.
See the full things to do in Bristol guide for every attraction in the area. Save your favourites to a free trip planner to build the week day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Are these attractions fully indoors?
Each one offers indoor or under-cover areas — some are fully indoors, others are mixed sites with enough shelter for a wet day. Attraction pages carry the detail.
What else is there to do in Bristol?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include Georgian House Museum, Bristol Aquarium and The Red Lodge Museum — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
Not booked yet? See the best places to stay in Bristol.