Top rated National museums in Bristol

Experience the best that Bristol has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 30 places from National museum category.

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Big Pit National Coal Museum
Historical place museum
Former colliery with interactive displays on mining life and trips underground guided by ex-miners.
4.80 (5K reviews) (~49.83 km from centre)
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National Portrait Gallery
Art gallery
Paintings and photographs of aristocratic and famous figures throughout British history.
4.70 (11.3K reviews) (~171.09 km from centre)
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St. Fagans National Museum of History
History museum
Open-air history of Welsh life with ancient buildings re-erected and traditional crafters at work.
4.70 (10.8K reviews) (~47.08 km from centre)
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National Motor Museum, Beaulieu
National museum
250-plus vehicles and World of Top Gear, plus each ticket gives access to Abbey and Palace House.
4.70 (10.3K reviews) (~106.09 km from centre)
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National Trust - Erddig
Historical place museum
Massive 18th-century manor offering tours of the family house & its ornate 12,000-acre garden.
$$ $$
4.70 (4.4K reviews) (~177.14 km from centre)
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Sir John Soane's Museum
Museum
Eccentric 19th-century collector's home, packed with classical sculpture, paintings and curiosities.
4.70 (3.7K reviews) (~171.85 km from centre)
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National Slate Museum
National museum
Living museum in former Victorian quarry, with original artefacts and educational activities.
4.70 (3.4K reviews) (~212.22 km from centre)
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Royal Armouries: Fort Nelson
National museum
Restored Victorian fortress housing a big gun collection and displays tracing artillery development.
4.70 (3.4K reviews) (~121.21 km from centre)
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The National Museum of Computing
Museum
A large collection of historic computers, including the rebuilt Colossus (guided tours available).
4.70 (1.7K reviews) (~141.3 km from centre)
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National Emergency Services Museum
Museum
Fire-fighting exhibits and 40 emergency service vehicles on display in a 1900 former fire station.
4.70 (1K reviews) (~227.98 km from centre)
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National Museum of the Royal Navy
Museum
Royal Naval and maritime history and artefacts, helicopter simulator and a focus on Horatio Nelson.
4.70 (892 reviews) (~126.66 km from centre)
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National Horse Racing Museum
Heritage museum
Family-friendly venue embracing fine/decorative art, social history, archive material and photos.
4.70 (485 reviews) (~224.29 km from centre)
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National Trust - Mr Straw's House
Museum
The 1920s period home of a grocer's family, with furniture and household objects spanning 100 years.
$$ $$
4.70 (336 reviews) (~230.1 km from centre)
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Park Farm - Shugborough Estate
National museum
👍👍 Absolutely superb cafe. Very dog friendly. Loads of apace for dalk walking on the estate. Really recommend
$$ $$
4.70 (51 reviews) (~154.29 km from centre)
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National Maritime Museum
Museum
Exploring British naval history, with a ship simulator, nautical oddities and interactive games.
4.60 (12.3K reviews) (~179.57 km from centre)
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National Museum Cardiff
National museum
Archaeological artefacts, art & natural history, plus visiting exhibitions in a grand setting.
4.60 (8.8K reviews) (~40.3 km from centre)
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National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
National museum
Canal history and culture on display in Victorian buildings, plus boat collection in former dock.
4.60 (1.7K reviews) (~204.93 km from centre)
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National Trust - Nuffield Place
Museum
This museum in the home of the founder of the Morris Motor Co. houses the original furnishings.
$$ $$
4.60 (784 reviews) (~109.99 km from centre)
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National Wool Museum
Museum
Restored historic mill exploring the Welsh wool industry via hands-on displays & a textile gallery.
4.60 (583 reviews) (~139.43 km from centre)
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National Roman Legion Museum
Archaeological museum
Museum with kids' activities in 50-acre Roman fort with barracks and renowned amphitheatre remains.
4.60 (495 reviews) (~30.26 km from centre)
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