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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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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.
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 Prison

Address

Barrack Square, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2JN

Telephone
+44 (0)330 111 8227

info@gloucester-prison.co.uk

Gloucester

Activites taking place in the abandoned haunted prison in the middle of Gloucester include:
Airsoft - ghost hunts - prison tours - film location - party venue - overnight sleep overs - fashion shows + and much more...
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.
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.
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.
St James City Farm

Address

23 Albany Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 4NG

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 305728

imran@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.
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.
Hillfield Gardens

Address

London Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3LD

Gloucester

Just outside the city centre lies Hillfield Gardens, a true hidden gem of Gloucester. This public park is home to some of the oldest trees in the city and the historic monuments Scriven's Conduit, the King's Board and a leper chapel.
Robinswood Hill Country Park

Address

Reservoir Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL4 6SX

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 303206

Countryside@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Two-hundred and fifty acres of open countryside with viewpoint, pleasant walks, waymarked nature trail.
The New Gloucester Antiques Centre

Address

26 Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2NG

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 529716

mick@mandccards.co.uk

Gloucester

Gloucester Antiques Centre has over 11,000 square feet of floor space spread across three floors, packed with antiques and collectables of all descriptions. There is a cafe located on the second floor for your convenience.
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.
Blackfriars

Address

Ladybellgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HN

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 503050

Blackfriars@gloucester.gov.uk

Gloucester

Blackfriars is a stunning example of a 13th century medieval Priory site, nestled at the heart of the waterside City of Gloucester.
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.
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.
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.
Mariners Church

Address

Mariners Church, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2EN

Telephone
01452 540307

info@marinersgloucester.org.uk

Gloucester

Welcome to Mariners Gloucester, a vibrant Anglican church in the city centre.
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!