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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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The International Centre for Birds of Prey

Address

The International Centre for Birds of Prey, Boulsdon House, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1JJ

Telephone
+44 (0)1531 820286

info@icbp.org

Newent

The International Centre for Birds of Prey is the oldest dedicated birds of prey centre in the world. Set in 12 acres of amazing grounds and often described as a Hidden Gem, the Centre houses over 250 birds of prey.
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…
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.
Gloucester Civic Trust Tours

Address

St Mary DeCrypt Tearooms, Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TP

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 526 955

tours@gloucestercivictrust.org

Gloucester

Walking tours of the City of Gloucester. Hear about many famous characters and their associations with the City.
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.
Laser Quest Gloucester

Address

53 Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1NN

Telephone
01452 903319

info@lqgloucester.co.uk

Gloucester

Laser Quest is the most fun and exhilarating laser-tag experience in the UK.
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…
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.
Over Bridge

Address

Over, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 8DB

Telephone
0370 333 1181

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

Gloucester

A single-arch stone bridge spanning the River Severn built by Thomas Telford between 1825 and 1827.
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.
Historic Docks

Address

The Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2ER

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 311190

info@glosdocks.co.uk

Gloucester

Collection of restored Victorian warehouses, with shops, museums, restaurants and cafe bars. Boat trips and guided walks in summer months.
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.
The Rainbow Square

Address

St Kilda Parade, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1QE

Telephone
07973443204

frootko@yahoo.com

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.
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.
Brit Movie Tours

Address

Bell Yard, London, WC2A 2JR

Telephone
+44 (0) 84 42471 007

info@britmovietours.com

Immerse yourself in your favourite film or TV show when you sign up to a Brit Movie Tour.
Walk down the corridors of Hogwarts, listen to behind the scenes information and trivia which bring the sets to life.
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 Cathedral

Address

12 College Green, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2LX

Telephone
01452 528095

reception@gloucestercathedral.org.uk

Gloucester

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.
St Michael's Tower

Address

Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2DH

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 526955

enquiries@gloucestercivictrust.org

Gloucester

The impressive St Michael’s Tower is situated in the centre of Gloucester at The Cross. It is a Heritage Centre operated by Gloucester Civic Trust Volunteers. The Tower is the surviving 15th century tower of the Church of St Michael the Archangel.…
VRXPerience

Address

37 - 39 Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TX

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 345153

hello@vrxperience.uk

Gloucester

PLAY, RACE, EXPERIENCE. Virtual Reality is a fun, exciting and a very accessible experience for people of all ages and abilities. VRXP offers experiences for everyone!