Bristol Airport 11 min
Bristol Aquarium (18 min)
Sharks, rays, a giant octopus, Amazonian and tropical fish in huge tanks with underwater tunnels. Cabot Tower (13 min)
32-metre viewing tower, built in 1897, for 400th anniversary of John Cabot's voyage to Newfoundland. Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (23 min)
These notable limestone hills draw hikers & spelunkers with its many caves & ancient historic sites. National Trust - Leigh Woods (12 min)
Nature preserve offering walking trails through woodlands & gorges, plus scenic city & bridge views. Bristol Cathedral (11 min)
Free entry to Anglican cathedral with 12th-century heritage, including its vaulted chapter house. Royal Crescent (38 min)
Massive green grassy lawns next to the Royal Crescent with serene views of historic architecture. Brunel's SS Great Britain (14 min)
Museum on Brunel's restored 1843 passenger liner with tours below deck and views of the propellor. Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park (24 min)
Farmyard favourites and petting zoo with children's playground, mini train, go-karts and river walk. Ashton Court Mansion (9 min)
Country mansion and 860-acre estate hosting events, weddings, parties, hot-air balloons and markets. Bristol Zoo Gardens (13 min)
Conservation zoo and 12-acre gardens with a Gorilla Island, seals, penguins, reptiles and lions. Clifton Suspension Bridge (9 min)
Isambard Kingdom Brunel's masterpiece of industrial design spans a deep, urban river gorge. Cheddar Gorge (28 min)
Deep limestone ravine with hiking trails, viewpoints & underground stalactite/stalagmite caves. Blaise Castle Estate (25 min)
18th-century decorative castle on a picturesque estate with a 19th-century house & art museum. Avon Gorge (9 min)
1.5-mile gorge featuring a famous, 19th-century suspension bridge with panoramic views of the river. Bristol Museum & Art Gallery (12 min)
Archaeology, geology and art including fossils, a Romany caravan and artwork by local boy Banksy. | 
