Think Cabot Circus is just for shopping? There’s actually much more to do than you might expect.
Right in the heart of Bristol, Cabot Circus combines shopping, restaurants, adventure golf, escape rooms, bowling, games and cinema, making it an easy place to spend anything from a couple of hours to a full day.
Whether you’re visiting Bristol as a couple, with friends, with the family or you’re staying in the city for work and looking for something to do, here are 10 things to do at Cabot Circus, Bristol.
1. Play Adventure Golf at Treetop Golf
Fancy a bit of friendly competition?
Treetop Golf Bristol brings two indoor 18-hole adventure golf courses to Cabot Circus, with a rainforest theme throughout.
Choose your course, grab a putter and see who comes out on top.
Because it’s indoors, it’s also a brilliant option when the Bristol weather isn’t playing along.
Find out more: “Treetop Golf Bristol” (https://adventuregolf.com/bristol)
2. Take on an Escape Room at Escape Hunt
If you’d rather put your brain to the test, head to Escape Hunt Bristol.
Working together against the clock, you’ll need to search for clues, solve puzzles and work out how to complete your mission before time runs out.
There are different themed experiences available, making this a great activity for couples, families, groups of friends and even work teams.
Find out more: “Escape Hunt Bristol” (https://www.cabotcircus.co.uk/see-and-do/escape-hunt)
3. Go Bowling at King Pins
For another dose of friendly competition, try King Pins.
Bowling is at the heart of it, but there’s plenty more to keep you entertained, with games, food and drinks all under one roof.
It’s a particularly good choice if you’re visiting Cabot Circus as a group and want to do something together rather than spend the whole afternoon shopping.
Find out more: “King Pins Cabot Circus” (https://www.cabotcircus.co.uk/see-and-do/king-pins)
4. Catch a Film at ODEON Luxe Bristol
Ready to put your feet up?
Head to ODEON Luxe Bristol at Cabot Circus and catch one of the latest films from the comfort of a luxury cinema seat.
It’s a great way to finish a busy day – or escape the rain for a couple of hours.
For the big releases, look out for screenings on IMAX and iSense too.
Find out more: “ODEON Luxe Bristol” (https://www.cabotcircus.co.uk/see-and-do/odeon-luxe)
5. Shop Until You Drop
Of course, no guide to Cabot Circus would be complete without the shopping.
Cabot Circus is one of Bristol’s biggest shopping destinations, with a huge selection of stores covering fashion, beauty, jewellery, technology, sportswear, homeware and more.
Whether you’re planning a serious shopping trip or just having a browse between activities, there’s plenty to explore.
Explore the shops: “Cabot Circus” (https://www.cabotcircus.co.uk/)
6. Explore Quakers Friars
Make sure you don’t miss Quakers Friars while you’re there.
Part of the Cabot Circus shopping district, Quakers Friars combines historic surroundings with shops and restaurants and has a very different atmosphere from the main shopping centre.
It’s a lovely area to wander through, grab something to eat or simply take a break from the busier shopping areas.
7. Stop for Lunch
You’ll have plenty of choice when hunger kicks in.
Cabot Circus has a wide selection of restaurants and casual dining options, with everything from quick lunches to somewhere you can sit down and take your time.
Current favourites include Wagamama, Nando’s, Zizzi and Honest Burgers, alongside plenty of other choices.
It’s particularly useful when you’re visiting as a family or group because there’s usually something to keep everyone happy.
8. Make Dinner Part of the Night
Cabot Circus isn’t somewhere you have to leave once the shops close.
Book a restaurant, enjoy dinner and then combine it with a film, bowling, adventure golf or an escape room.
Over at Quakers Friars you’ll also find restaurants including Côte and Six by Nico, giving you options if you’re looking for something a little more relaxed for the evening.
It makes planning a Bristol date night or evening with friends incredibly easy.
9. Stop for Coffee and Something Sweet
Every good shopping trip needs a coffee break.
Cabot Circus has plenty of places where you can put the bags down, grab a coffee and treat yourself to something sweet.
It’s also the perfect opportunity to recover after losing badly at adventure golf – not that we’re competitive!
10. Turn Cabot Circus Into a Full Day Out
Our final suggestion is to combine everything.
Start the morning with coffee and some shopping, take on Treetop Golf or Escape Hunt, stop for lunch, explore Quakers Friars and then head to King Pins in the afternoon.
Finish with dinner and a film at ODEON Luxe and you’ve got an entire Bristol day out without having to travel from one side of the city to the other.
And if you’ve bought a little more than you planned while shopping, at least you don’t have far to carry the bags!
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