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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 Rainbow Street

Address

St Mark Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2QQ

Gloucester

Get ready to walk a real life rainbow!
If you love colour then you will adore this kaleidoscopic street, now fondly known as 'The Rainbow Street'. The now famous street, located a ten minute walk from the city centre, gained huge amounts of media…
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 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.…
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.
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.
National Waterways Museum Gloucester

Address

Llanthony Warehouse, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2EH

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 318200

gwm@canalrivertrust.org.uk

Gloucester

Three floors of a Victorian warehouse house interactive displays and galleries, which chart the story of Britain's waterways. Historic craft, working forge, cafe and shop.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Adventure 001 Helicopters

Address

Gloucestershire Airport Limited Staverton, Staverton, Cheltenham, Glos, GL516SR

Telephone
+44 (0)1753648746

info@adventure001.co.uk

Cheltenham

What better way to see Gloucester, then by helicopter? Let our experienced pilots dazzle you with a once-in-a-lifetime birds eye view of the sights beneath.
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.
Gloucester Leisure Cruises

Address

National Waterways Museum Gloucester, Llanthony Warehouse, The Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2EH

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 318200

gwm@canalrivertrust.org.uk

The Docks, Gloucester

The Dunkirk ship Queen Bodicea II which makes the public journeys can also be hired for parties and corporate events.
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. 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.