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One of Gloucester’s strengths is its array of attractions. For a city of its size it outperforms in terms of things to do. Here are a few of our favourites. You can use the search function to find the full list of attractions in the city.

Gloucester Cathedral

The jewel in the crown, Gloucester Cathedral is an incredible masterpiece in stone. The Cathedral has been a place of worship for over 1,300 years and charts the finest examples of different styles in architecture. It has some of the finest examples of stained glass in the country the highlight being the majestic Great East Window. The setting has been immortalised in some of the biggest films and TV shows including Harry Potter, Mary Queen of Scots, Sherlock, Wolf Hall and Dr Who.

Museums

The City boasts a number of high quality museums to educate and entertain. The Tailor of Gloucester Beatrix Potter Museum and Shop is located in the original building used by Beatrix Potter in her story The Tailor of Gloucester. The Glorious Glosters – the most decorated regiment in the British Army – are celebrated at the Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum, while there are thousands of fantastic exhibits at the Museum of Gloucester, The Folk of Gloucester, the Jet Age Museum and the National Waterways Museum.

Activities

If you are looking for something a bit more energetic from your visit take a look at our activities page. You can get your adrenaline pumping and take part in a Ninja Warrior challenge or for something a bit gentler why not experience the docks close up on a paddle board.

Shopping

Gloucester is well stocked with stores and shopping centres for all your retail therapy needs. Gloucester Quays designer outlet offers big discounts on your favourite brands, and King's Walk and Eastgate Shopping Centre have a range of retailers from clothes and fashion to opticians and chemists and food shops.

Gloucester Civic Trust Tours

Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations with the City.
Jet Age Museum

The Jet Age Museum is home to a unique collection of historic aircraft and artefacts charting the history of Gloucestershire's aviation heritage and telling the story of the people who made the first Allied jet powered flight possible.
Gloucester Quays

Visit the vibrant Gloucester Quays outlet shopping centre, with an array of shops and a wealth of eateries to choose from!
SUP Gloucester

Stand-up paddleboarding in Gloucester Docks, canal and River Severn. We’ll take you through water safety, paddling skills and board control. You’ll paddle alongside Tall Ships with the Cathedral as a backdrop in Gloucester’s Historic Docks.
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre

Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre is one of the longest outdoor artificial ski slopes in the UK for skiing and snowboarding fun.
Museum of Gloucester

Found within the City of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of over 750,000 objects... The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through the Dark Ages and Medieval period...
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Gloucester Cathedral

A warm welcome awaits you at Gloucester Cathedral - one of the finest medieval buildings in the country and the burial place of royalty. Please refer to the Cathedral website www.gloucestercathedral.org.uk for services and events times.
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St. Nicholas Church

Address

Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2QT

Gloucester

This 12th Century Church is a city landmark with it's 15th Century leaning Tower and Spire. Inside the Church are Norman and Gothic Arcades, Victorian Pews, elaborate monuments and a fine decorated Stuart Chest Tomb.
Gloucester Rugby

Address

Gloucester Rugby, Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3AX

Telephone
01452 942060

customerservices@gloucesterrugby.co.uk

Kingsholm Road, Gloucester

Gloucester Rugby can consider itself to be a unique English rugby club. Founded in 1873 and, with its Kingsholm Stadium home situated near the heart of the city, the club enjoys an enviably close relationship with its supporters.
Gloucester Civic Trust Tours

Address

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TP

tours@gloucestercivictrust.org

Gloucester

Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations with the City.
St. John's Northgate Church

Address

St Johns Lane, Northgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2AN

Gloucester

St. John's Northgate is an 18th Century Church with visible structural evidence of a previous 14th Century building. Now with it’s tastefully refurbished interior and historic characters it is well worth visiting. Members are ready to welcome you.
St James City Farm

Address

23 Albany Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 4NG

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 305728

dec@thefriendshipcafe.com

Gloucester

An inner city farm providing real hands on contact with farm animals. Rare breeds of pigs, sheep, goats & poultry. Ideal for family visits and school groups. Education room available. Outdoor picnic site. Guides available - simply enquire within.
Alney Island Nature Reserve

Address

Westend Terrace, GLOUCESTER, Gloucestershire, GL1 2RX

GLOUCESTER

Alney Island is an 80-hectare site, located on the banks of the River Severn and less than one kilometre from the City Centre.
Nature in Art

Address

Wallsworth Hall, Twigworth, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9PA

Telephone
01452 731422

enquiries@natureinart.org.uk

Gloucester

The world's first museum dedicated exclusively to fine, decorative and applied art inspired by nature from any period, any culture and in any media.
Blackfriars Priory

Address

Ladybellgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HN

Gloucester

Blackfriars is a stunning example of a 13th century medieval Priory site, nestled at the heart of the waterside City of Gloucester.
Beatrix Potter's House of the Tailor of Gloucester

Address

9 College Court, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2NJ

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 422856

info@tailor-of-gloucester.org.uk

Gloucester

Children's author Beatrix Potter created one of her most loved characters here. This charming shop and museum is the original building that inspired the very story and is used in the illustrations. Free entry and open to the public every day.
Barnwood Park and Arboretum

Address

Church Lane, Barnwood, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL4 3JB

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 396396

heretohelp@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Barnwood Park is a formal park with mature trees and ducks. Barnwood Arboretum is a local nature reserve within the park and provides habitat for wildlife. The grassland is managed by grazing rare breed sheep.
The Rainbow Square

Address

St Kilda Parade, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1QE

Gloucester

The creator of Gloucester's famous 'Rainbow Street', Tash Frootko, and her team have painted twenty five houses on three adjoining streets with bold and vivid colours.
Jet Age Museum

Address

The Jet Age Museum, Meteor Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester, Glos, GL2 9QL

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 260078

jetagemuseum@hotmail.co.uk

Cheltenham Road East, Gloucester

The Jet Age Museum is home to a unique collection of historic aircraft and artefacts charting the history of Gloucestershire's aviation heritage and telling the story of the people who made the first Allied jet powered flight possible.
Museum of Gloucester

Address

Brunswick Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1HP

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 396131

museum@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Found within the City of Gloucester is an internationally important collection of treasures of over 750,000 objects... The Museum of Gloucester tells the story of the city’s origins as a Roman settlement and its subsequent development through the…
Gloucester Prison

Address

Barrack Square, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2JN

Telephone
+44 (0)330 111 8227

info@gloucester-prison.co.uk

Gloucester

With its rich history and interesting use, Gloucester Prison is a must visit!
St. Oswald's Priory

Address

Priory Road, Gloucester, GL1 2RQ

Gloucester

St. Oswald's Priory was founded by Lady Aethelflaed of Mercia, daughter of Alfred the Great, around 900. Was used as a site for pilgrimages, has been a church and now only the remains still stand. Visit to see the 12th and 13th Century arches.
The Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre

Address

47 Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2NW

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 307161

gloucestershire.arts.crafts@googlemail.com

Gloucester

Browse beautiful local arts and crafts or sign up to an upcoming workshop at the Gloucestershire Arts and Crafts Centre.
Brickhampton Court Golf Complex

Address

Cheltenham Road East, Churchdown, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9QF

Telephone
01452 858600

proshop@brickhampton.co.uk

Gloucester

Brickhampton Court comprises of two charming tree lined golf courses that over the years have matured and now provide a great test of both ability and strategy.
Greyfriars Priory

Address

Greyfriars, Gloucester, GL1 2TG

Telephone
+44 (0)370 333 1181

Gloucester

Greyfriars is a Franciscan House which was founded in 1231. Is particularly of interest as the nave and north aisle are almost of equal height and width (only example in the country). Only remains still stand and can be seen today.
St. Mary de Lode Church

Address

St Mary's Square, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2QT

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 521670

Gloucester

St. Mary de Lode is the city's oldest Parish Church being built in the 12th Century. It was built over a Saxon Church and a Roman Building.
The Roman Mosaic tiled floor can still be seen in the church today.
St Peter's Catholic Church

Address

London Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3EX

Telephone
+ 44 (0)1452 523603

gloucester.stpeter@parish.cliftondiocese.com

Gloucester

St Peter's is situated in the heart of the historic city of Gloucester and serves not only the immediate city centre area, but also some of the suburbs and surrounding countryside.