Exploratory Museum, Bristol

Name: Exploratory Museum
Address: Bristol, United Kingdom

#259 among attractions in Bristol

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The Exploratory Hands-on Science Centre was a science museum in Bristol. Established in 1981 by Richard Gregory, professor of neuropsychology at Bristol University, it was the first regional hands-on science museum in the United Kingdom. ()

Established: 1987 (38 years ago)Coordinates: 51°26'56"N, 2°35'1"W

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Lawrence HillBristol United Kingdom

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Exploratory Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Redcliffe Caves, The Old Duke, St Mary Redcliffe, Castle Park.

0.4 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Redcliffe Caves, Bristol
11 min walk • Beneath the bustling streets of Bristol, United Kingdom, lies a hidden network of man-made tunnels known as the Redcliffe Caves. This subterranean labyrinth, carved out of the red sandstone cliffs, offers a unique glimpse into the city's past.
0.5 miNW
Nightlife
The Old Duke, Bristol
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, The Old Duke is an iconic jazz and blues venue that has become a beacon for music enthusiasts across the United Kingdom. Established in 1961, this charismatic pub is situated on the cobbled King Street, a stone's throw from the city's...
~1400 ftW
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
St Mary Redcliffe, Bristol
7 min walk • St Mary Redcliffe Church stands as a magnificent testament to the elegance of English Gothic architecture in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom. This stunning parish church, often acclaimed as one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture in the country, has been...
0.5 miNW
Park, Event space
Castle Park, Bristol
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, Castle Park is a verdant oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of city life. This serene park, a favorite among locals and visitors alike, offers a peaceful retreat with its sprawling lawns, meandering pathways, and the picturesque...
~1370 ftNW
Church, Gothic architecture, Sacred and religious sites
Temple Church, Bristol
7 min walk • Nestled within the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom, lies the Temple Church, a historical edifice that has stood the test of time. This medieval church, now in ruins, provides a window into the city's rich ecclesiastical history and architectural heritage.
0.5 miNW
Thomas Paty, Bridge
Bristol Bridge, Bristol
12 min walk • Bristol Bridge is a bridge over the floating harbour in Bristol, England. The floating harbour was constructed on the original course of the River Avon, and there has been a bridge on the site since long before the harbour was created by impounding the river in 1809.
~1900 ftNW
Church
St Thomas the Martyr, Bristol
10 min walk • St Thomas the Martyr is a former Church of England parish church on St Thomas Street in the Redcliffe district of the English port city of Bristol. It has a 14th-century tower, but the nave was rebuilt 1791–93 by James Allen.
0.5 miNW
Georgian architecture, Thomas Paty, Theater
Bristol Old Vic, Bristol
14 min walk • Bristol Old Vic is a British theatre company based at the Theatre Royal, Bristol. The present company was established in 1946 as an offshoot of the Old Vic in London. It is associated with the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, which became a financially independent organisation in the 1990s.
0.4 miNW
Neighbourhood
Finzels Reach, Bristol
11 min walk • Finzels Reach is a 4.7-acre mixed use development site located in central Bristol, England, on a former industrial site, which occupies most of the south bank of Bristol Floating Harbour between Bristol Bridge and St Philip's Bridge, across the river from Castle Park.
0.5 miS
Mosque, Sacred and religious sites
Bristol Jamia Mosque, Bristol
12 min walk • The Bristol Jamia Mosque is a mosque in the Totterdown area of Bristol. It was the first mosque in Bristol and is currently the largest in the south west of England.
~1830 ftN
Tower
Cheese Lane Shot Tower, Bristol
9 min walk • The Cheese Lane Shot Tower is a grade II listed shot tower in the English city of Bristol. It was built in 1969, and was a replacement for an earlier shot tower, the very first such tower ever built.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Exploratory Museum?

Nearby attractions include Gromit Unleashed, Bristol (2 min walk), Severn Beach line, Bristol (4 min walk), Temple Quay, Bristol (6 min walk), Temple Church, Bristol (7 min walk).

How to get to Exploratory Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Exploratory Museum:

Bus

Temple Meads • Lines: 8, 9, 92 (3 min walk)
Temple Meads Station • Lines: 349, 39, 92, X39 (3 min walk)

Train

Bristol Temple Meads (4 min walk)
Princes Wharf (16 min walk)

Ferry

Prince Street Bridge • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (15 min walk)
City Centre • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (17 min walk)