It is so worth the visit. The ground surrounding the Clifton Observatory is extremely pretty with some stunning views. I would highly recommend visiting the observatory itself. It is a small price to pay for what you get to see. The panoramic real time camera is a work of science and is an amazing experience. The views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and River Avon from the top of the observatory are stunning as well. Make sure you walk through the Giants cave if you are able. The cave is a little narrow again amazing views when you reach the other end of it. Luckily we visited on a sunny day.

Interesting building with a couple things you can do inside. It costs 5 pounds to go up the stairs to see the camera obscura room but the weather needs to be sunny in order for it to work. The view is good though, the downstairs stairs to the giants cave is fun for kids, not so much if you're tall as it's narrow and the rock ceiling is low in places. Still it's worth doing and the experience is fun.

Great views over the estuary and Clifton Suspension bridge. The cafe is a great place to sit and watch the dog walkers and from the seats at the top of the tower you look down the valley and over the suspension bridge below. The camera is a really interesting thing to see and works well. You need to shut the doors and let your eyes acclimatise to the dark to get the best pictures, see below. The cave not so interesting really

An interesting building with great views from the roof and a small, well stocked cafe. Various rooms and spaces can be hired for private functions and corporate events. It has an unusual camera obscurer at the top of the tower which gives an unusual perspective on the landscape around. Downstairs you can descend through a narrow walkway to a lookout spot in the side of the Avon Gorge cliff face. The whole place is a unique spot, full of charm and interest and well worth a visit.

A stunning place (especially on a sunny day). A monument that is 💯% worth a visit. We walked the city streets and inclined to the top. A 38min walk from the city centre, great for anyone who wants a ‘leg day’. The Clifton Bridge structure is a Beautiful piece of engineering 🌁 and the surrounding areas compliment it very well. The Clifton observatory is a nice little addition with a cave to climb down the 130 steps for a view from the cliff side. Well worth it. Very narrow and very steep but definitely worth it. Alongside this there’s also an option of going to the top of the tower where’s there’s a huge 200 year old periscope which reflects onto a circular piece of concrete giving you a live view of the bridge, an amazing bit of science still going today. Designed by the Chinese. A dark room which enables you to get a great view. Both options, the cave and the periscope experience are £10 together. Definitely worth it and highly recommended. One of the many things to put on your list if you visit Bristol. 🌉 The tower can also often be used for weddings. We had the privilege of experiencing a wedding whilst at the top. How beautiful! 👰🏻‍♀️🤵🏼‍♂️ A ‘must see’ site. 💯

Obviously we'll situated with great views over the Clifton Bridge, great walks, near the common and Ashton Gate. Quirky observatory, museum and deep walk into the caves that bring you out to a viewing platform in the gorge.

Not really sure what I was expecting when I went in here. It costs a fiver for admission and with that you can access the Camera Obscura and you also get the Giant's Cave which is 130 steps and gives you an alternative view of the suspension bridge. I wasn't particularly impressed with the views from inside the observatory nor did I find the history of it that interesting. Learning about it being a strategic stronghold against invaders was the most interesting fact. There's a coffee shop next door which mainly sells sweet buns and such and it has a bar area that wasn't open when I was there. If you need the toilets they are much further down the hill near the refreshments.

Beautiful place, perfect view and they also have good coffee.

Even on a day like today (day after storm Eunice so wet and windy) it was lovely. Very interesting museum and the giants cave was great fun but at 5.5 even I need to crouch down whilst going down the steps! Stunning views so worth it!!

Wow we've had trips to Bristol many times but found the Clifton Observatory on this visit. Easy parking on a public road with a short walk to the top. Stunning views of the suspension bridge and the surrounding area. We were a little disappointed by the cafe /bar in the observatory as hot drinks were served in disposable cups and cold drinks from cans or bottles. Would have been nice to grab a beer on tap or a coke with ice and in a proper glass. But that's just my personal gripe because the position and surroundings were so perfect .

This is most definitely worth the small hike up the hill as the view is absolutely stunning! We had a beautiful day which made for amazing photos. The observatory was closed when we arrived but we still had a lovely time walking around and enjoying the views.

Really interesting and such a impressive place to visit the camera obscura is amazing how clear the image is as and being able to turn the camera difrent directions and get to look across the bridge with it and seeing people drive and walk across really clear. For the best image it's better to visit on a sunny day. There is lots of steps wich some may fined difficult so bare that in mind when planning your visit.

Great value and well worth the effort, visit the observatory and camera obscura and cave. Great view above and below the cliff edge.

Great venue for a private party or celebration

The Clifton Observatory is one of the best attractions in Bristol. It is a must-do if you are in Bristol. It has mainly two attractions with excellent views of the suspension bridge (one is a cave and the other is observatory).

Visited today for the first time for my daughters birthday. Unfortunately today is the only day of the week with bad weather but was the only day we could come. However, the weather did lend itself perfectly to 1 of the best hot chocolates I’ve had in ages, if not ever!! 👏🏻👏🏻 Wife had some carrot cake and said that was amazing too! 🤤

Lovely view of the hot balloons taking off. I go every year for the event. Coffee was a bit too hot this time, but other than that, everything was good :).

Very disappointing! You could easily avoid it. 1) the view from the giant's cavern is disappointing: you can see only one of the two towers of the Clifton Bridge and there is a protective net that makes it impossible to obtain a decent picture 2) going down to the cavern is not very well organised, therefore there are people going up and down narrow and steep stairs with low ceilings. 3) the observatory tower windows are very steamed which makes it impossible to obtain good pictures In summary: a waste of money

Lovely view from around the observatory grounds, awesome view of the bridge. I'll recommend a visit, possibly delay going down the cave.

I would give 5 stars for my long walk in Clifton village so many things to see around. For the Clifton observation and Clifton suspension bridge itself, I would give 4 stars. It’s nice to drop by. The fact that the day I visited it was unusually very hot, the cave was closed and I had limited time did not help probably.

Luckily nobody there when we bought tickets but very quickly filled up and people were waiting for 15 minutes+ to go individually. Food and drinks very nice at the cafe outside. Avaliable seating upstairs (Open) and venue space.

Views are amazing and definitely would recommend paying to do the cave. Wouldn’t recommend bothering with the museum or camera obscura, the camera obscura didn’t seem to work at all for us and couldn’t see out of any of the windows to get a view outside, the museum was okay but not worth the ticket in my opinion.

I managed to find road side parking at a small charge close to the Observatory. The views were amazing especially at the bottom of the cave (please be aware alot of steps to get to the bottom of the cave also very narrow). There is also a cafe so you can sit and enjoy the surronding views

Super

Beautiful views from the observatory overlooking Clifton suspension bridge. I’d say the windows could do with a jolly good clean. Amazing to operate the Camera Obscura, close the door behind you for better picture in the darkness (don’t think a lot of visitors understood this concept) those Victorians really were quite amazing!

Amazing views with lovely green space - perfect for a picnic.

We had our wedding at the Clifton Observatory and had the best day. All of the staff were fantastic but a special mention to Jade who helped us plan the day and set everything up for us. Nothing was too much trouble and we can't thank her enough. The venue is stunning and our guests all commented how special it was. Our wedding surpassed our expectations and we are so happy with how it went and that we chose this venue. Thank you to all involved!! Tom and Laura x

This place is great to view the Clifton Suspension Bridge. There is a bike rack there if you are a cyclist buy only few slots. There is also bike rack at the entrance to the suspension bridge which is about 2-3 minute walk down the trail from the observatory. Private booking and catering was going on when I visited so couldn't go in but must visit site if you are visiting suspension bridge because it is very close.

My wife and I had a party at the Observatory in December to celebrate our wedding earlier in the year. Covid had meant that many friends could not attend the wedding day. The Observatory was the perfect setting. The staff were superb and the place was beautifully laid out. A thoroughly great time was had by all who attended.

The observatory is well worth the walk for such a spectacular view. There’s a cafe serving drinks and some snacks during the daytime. We walked up and then got the bus back into the city. On a clear day the view is well worth it.

With the observatory so well placed it would be very easy for it to serve average food at above average prices. Instead our food and drinks were freshly made, prepared quickly despite the demand and really really nice. We enjoyed them while sat looking over the suspension bridge.

Great location just up from the Suspension Bridge. Has a cafe, roof terrace, Giant's Cave and more! Staff in the Observatory were really friendly and helpful.

Clifton Observatory from this viewpoint you can see the rope bridge with impressive views, it is worth visiting

Shame the cafe was closed, but still fun! Camera obscura is worth the visit, didn't do the caves this time.

When in Bristol A beautiful place to visit and explore. Fantastic views of Brunel's suspension bridge and everyone can take a ride down Bristol's famous rock slide. From here you can walk into Clifton village or onto Clifton downs. A lovely place for all the family.

Cracking place spend an hour. Steep stair descent to the giants cave rewards you with a fabulous view out over the gorge, if you are brave enough to step out onto the ledge. Keep your head down on the stairs as it's not built for 6 footers! The camera obscura gives a somewhat hazy view but the displays give a fascinating insight into early photography.

Lovely open space, with great views and vibes of the bridge.

Definitely worth it for the beautiful view but beware if you are tall or have mobility issues - the ceiling in the cave to the viewing platform is quite low and jagged and the steps are very steep. Take your time! The upstairs is a museum and there is a camera projection of the surroundings at the top that is projected onto an indented table. Best viewed in absolute darkness! Around the observatory is a nice park and it’s close to some good pubs and shops.

Well worth a visit. I had to kill a couple of hours whilst in Bristol, so I took my daughter here as it was nearby and looked interesting. It cost less than £10 for full access for both of us. The museum was interesting, plenty of historical facts, images, models and things to read. It took a few moments to adjust to the dark to see the Camera Obscura. We then did the Giants Cave. Not sure how Giants lived in there lol. 129 steps down but you've got to come back up. Gets a bit cramped halfway down, but then I'm not a small unit. I didn't have the courage to go out onto the viewing platform as I'm no good with heights, but the view was stunning. The cafe was warm and welcoming, free WiFi too.

Fantastic views of the Clifton suspension bridge. The cafe sells lovely home made cakes

A lovely viewpoint even on a damp evening. Lots of young groups socialising in the evenings though...

Set in lovely parkland with views over Clifton Gorge. The observatory visit has two components, the tower and the cave with viewing balcony below. The tower has interesting historical displays on several levels and the camera obscura at the top. You stand in a darkened room and rotate the machine to look in all directions around the tower including the bridge and people on the lawns below. The cave and viewing platform are fun but be aware that the steps are many and steep so people with mobility problems may struggle. Covid separation was well managed.

Camera Obscura was very fun to use, allowing you to spy on unsuspecting people in the park. Giants cave provided an excellent view of the Cliffton suspension bridge, but beware this cave is not easy to traverse if you are tall (despite its name) or have knee problems.

We went Saturday afternoon 15-08-20. Lovely location and scenery. The Cafe however was not set up to be as Covid safe as it should have been. I understand that staff do not have to wear a mask but most places we've have eaten at staff do wear a mask or face shield. I would of expected the waitress who interacts with customers via taking orders and serving food, would/should definitely wear a mask or face shield. The waitress failed to respect the appropriate distance as she stood right next to us! Also, it's best practice at the moment to not have multiple customers touching items and salt and pepper should be in single use satchets and not a pepper grinder and salt pot that many others have handled! The food was quite nice and the coffee's were lovely. But whilst there was a drinks menu, there was no sandwich or cake menu/list and of course no price list. The waitress struggled to remember the sandwich types and any other foods available. All in all, under normal times we would of been happy with the service as it was polite and friendly. Menu and prices should be easily available. But in Covid times, we felt the safety aspect fell short of what is required.

Well worth the £5 to see the camera obscura and the cave. Very steep steps down to the cave but lovely view. (And also nice and cool on such a hot day that I visited!) The cave has a good view of the suspension bridge. The camera obscura is nice to see and also has alot of information about the building and its uses. We spent around 45 minutes to an hour here. Cant fault that for a fiver.

Great view. Napped on the grass.

Pretty views and a lovely cafes with very friendly staff.

Lovely views of the bridge but can get busy

Lovely little spot to chill out in the sun, Café open serving through a hatch and also seating available. Also something for the kids (in no way is this linked with the Observatory) but there is a natural slide near by which has been created by many bums sliding down the rocks and polishing them to a high extent! Ride at own risk but many people were and were absolutely fine.

Amazing views!

a lovely place great views over the avon gorge

Brilliant! My parents used to bring me here as a boy, now I take my daughter. She finds Giants Cave exiting and the camera obscure is fun to look at and interact with. Reasonable prices as well. Didn't go in the cafe as it was packed but the roof terrace looked lush to enjoy with a hot choc.

Closed to visitors because of coronavirus Been here before really interesting, also take a look from the viewing platform down the steep steps.

Lovely food, lovely staff. The view is great too!

Beautiful views over the Clifton Bridge and tje river.

Was worth the climb up the hill to catch a gorgeous view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge from here. It was so peaceful and calming. Was slightly alarmed people sliding down the rocks on the hill though, I think they should put something up to stop people doing that before someone gets hurt. Nice little café here to stop and refuel oneself too; reasonable prices. Loved it.

This place is very close to Bristol Suspension bridge. Beautiful view of suspesion bridge from here and also entire Bristol view. Must visit with Bristol suspension bridge.

Beautiful views of the Avon Gorge, suspension bridge and surrounding area.

The park and the view are amazing, but the cafe is small and the staff have an attitude.

Always love it here.

Beautiful viewing point to have a picnic for outdoor socialising

Amazing views, great place for a family picnic!

Nice view point to admire the bridge.

What an amazing view of the bridge from the Observationy. Loads of different age groups relaxing, having a drink or a picnic

Lovely view and grass park

Great day out

We have the pleasure of providing zero to landfill waste services to this cafe with the perfect view. Jade is always keen to do more for the environment and the staff are lovely.

Excellent views of Clifton, the suspension bridge and Bristol. The Observatory has a great cave walk as well as the Observatory Viewer.

Great place for a couple of hours with the kids. One of my favourite places to take visitors to Bristol

Nice veiw over Bristol from there looking south.

Nice view of the suspention bridge.

Well worth a visit. The view from the caves and the way of getting there is great fun for all ages.

Gorgeous views to accompany good drinks

Beautiful views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge!

Must see!

Scenery was amazing. Needed to be clean

Excellent views...

(Translated by Google) Nice views, although the cave, I do not recommend anything interesting, at least enough to pay for it (Original) Widoki ładne aczkolwiek jaskini nie polecam według mnie nic ciekawego przynajmniej na tyle żeby trzeba było za to płacić

Went at night the view of the bridge was immaculate. It’s a magical place ❤️