Overview

Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery is an extremely popular museum and a great place to go to on a rainy day. It houses fine arts, natural and human history, marine wildlife, a freshwater aquarium, archaeology, Oriental art, and temporary exhibitions. In fact, there are over four million objects on display, making this a great place to discover the exciting world of arts and sciences. Particularly popular with kids are the large glass cases containing stuffed animals. The Museum Shop contains Egyptian reproductions, books, cards and Bristol Blue Glass. There's also a cafe serving hot and cold drinks and snacks. Disabled access is through the entrance on University Road, just after Browns bistro. Unfortunately, the second floor is not accessible. Admission is free.