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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.
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.
Barn Owl Centre

Address

Netheridge Farm, Netheridge Close, Hempsted, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 5LE

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 383999

info@barnowl.co.uk

Hempsted, Gloucester

Bird of Prey Experiences & Photography Days at The Barn Owl Centre. The Barn Owl Centre's mission is the advancement of conservation of the Barn Owl & other species of Owl through environmental projects, research and studies.
Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Address

Custom House, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HE

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 522682

enquiries@sogm.co.uk

Gloucester

The Museum displays the remarkable story of the Soldiers of Gloucestershire who have served their regiments since 1694. It depicts their courage, humour, traditions and their sacrifices in exciting and colourful exhibitions for all ages.
Highnam Court Gardens

Address

Highnam, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 8DP

Telephone
01452 308251

highnamcourt@gmail.com

Gloucester

Highnam Court is now a privately owned family home. The Gardens are open for special events throughout the year and for group visits.
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…
Eastgate Viewing Chamber

Address

Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PU

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 396131

museum@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Roman and medieval gate-towers and moat in underground exhibition chamber.
Discover de Crypt

Address

Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TP

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 422829

mail@discoverdecrypt.org.uk

Gloucester

St. Mary de Crypt is a 15th Century Church in the centre of Gloucester. It is famous for it’s Tudor Schoolroom adjacent to the Church and for it’s two famous ‘Sons’- George Whitfield 18thC Evangelist and Robert Raikes who started Sunday Schools.
The Kings Theatre

Address

Kings Barton Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1QX

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 300130

info@kingstheatregloucester.co.uk

Gloucester

Tucked just off Eastgate Street, close to the heart of Gloucester City Centre is this little gem of a theatre run by volunteers
Gloucester Park

Address

Trier Way, GLOUCESTER, Gloucestershire, GL1 1LB

GLOUCESTER

By far the largest parkland in the city. Gloucester Park has a large play area for children and a skate park for older kids.
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.
Llanthony Secunda Priory

Address

Priory Junction, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 5FA

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 563499

info@llanthonysecunda.org

Gloucester

Situated in the heart of Gloucester Docks, the Priory is within walking distance of the Quays outlet mall, restaurants, city centre and Cathedral Quarter. Bursting with character and historic charm, its stunningly restored listed buildings and…
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.
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!
WonHwaDo martial arts club Gloucester

Address

Unit 15, St James Trading Estate, Barton Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 4JJ

Telephone
07517635338

kubalos.stefan@gmail.com

Gloucester

Martial arts club dedicated to promote and develop Korean Martial arts WonHwaDo in Gloucester and the Uk
The Rainbow Street

Address

St Mark Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2QQ

Gloucester

If you love colour then you will adore this kaleidoscopic street, now fondly known as 'The Rainbow Street'.
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.
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.
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.
Gloucester Walking Tours App

Address

City Centre and Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2AP

Gloucester

Enjoy three self-guided walking tours on your smartphone around Gloucester City Centre and its historic Docks. Free of charge and no downloads required. Just type www.gloucestertours.co.uk into your phones internet browser.