Parents, we’ve reached August, which means the summer holidays are well underway and the ideas for keeping the kids entertained might be starting to run dry. Whether you’re trying to keep the little ones entertained, satisfy picky eaters or simply spend some quality time together, we’ve done the hard work for you. Find al fresco meals with epic deals and unbeatable summer vibes full of music, celebration and insane food at PizzaExpress’ ExpressFest, visit interactive experiences where the kids can get stuck in and stop by family-friendly attractions.
We’ve rounded up the best places to eat, see and do to help you make the most of the rest of the summer holidays together.
1. Spark Their Curiosity at We The Curious
Because British summers always bring a few rainy days, having a go-to spot that keeps children entertained for hours is an absolute lifesaver. With over 200 interactive exhibits across two floors, We The Curious is built to ignite inquisitive minds. Kids can launch hot air balloons to the ceiling, learn the basics of animation, or launch into a space adventure at the UK’s only 3D Planetarium.
2. Step Back in Time Aboard Brunel’s SS Great Britain
Got a history buff or a budding explorer in the family? Head to the waterfront to step aboard Brunel’s SS Great Britain. You can explore the iconic Victorian steamship from the top deck right down to the engine room. Restored cabins, bustling kitchens, realistic sounds, and authentic period scents bring life at sea in the 1840s vividly to life. For braver kids looking for a thrill, the Go Aloft! experience lets them climb the ship’s rigging for panoramic harbour views before exploring the glass dry dock walkway underneath the hull.
3. Wander Through Another World at Wake The Tiger
For something truly unique, head to St Philips to explore the world’s first “Amazement Park.” Part art installation and part interactive mystery, Wake The Tiger invites families to step into a fantasy alternate reality. Kids and adults alike can touch glowing installations, trigger colour-changing light shows, crawl through hidden doors, and slide down secret chutes as they unravel the park’s story.
4. Dive Beneath the Waves at Bristol Aquarium
Perfect for ducking out of a summer shower or escaping the midday heat, Bristol Aquarium takes you on an underwater journey from local British coastlines to tropical coral reefs. Walk beneath gliding sharks and rays in the glass tunnel, explore lush indoor greenhouses, and catch daily feeding talks that make marine life come alive for younger visitors.
5. Grab a bite at PizzaExpress – where Holiday Heroes returns this summer!
Every successful family day out needs a mouthwatering lunch stop, and PizzaExpress has you covered. With its returning Holiday Heroes offer, kids eat free throughout the summer holidays, making it an easy win for families. The Harbourside PizzaExpress restaurant is perfectly placed for a pit stop between attractions, with waterside seating available on sunny days, and there’s something for the teens too, with a £12 Classic Pizza and soft drink combo. It’s all part of the ExpressFest line-up of offers, deals and summer vibes you can find at PizzaExpress this summer. Plus, your little rockstars can channel their energy into designing their very own exclusive ExpressFest VIP wristbands. So, while they’re busy creating, you can sit back and soak up the atmosphere. The stage is set for great food, entertainment and celebration – trust us, you won’t want to miss it.
6. Meet Incredible Wildlife at Bristol Zoo Project
Calling all animal lovers! Bristol Zoo Project offers 50 acres of wide-open countryside to explore in the summer sunshine. This conservation-led attraction is home to giraffes, bears, wolves, cheetahs, zebras, and lemurs. Between animal sightings, kids can burn off energy across woodland play areas, climbing zones, and barefoot sensory trails. Keep an eye out for seasonal holiday activity trails and regular keeper talks throughout the day.
7. Step Inside History at Aerospace Bristol
Future pilots and young engineers will love a trip out to Aerospace Bristol in Patchway. Housed in historic aviation hangars, the star attraction is Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, the last supersonic Concorde ever to fly. Step inside the iconic passenger cabin, watch interactive projections along the exterior, design your own aircraft, and let the kids burn off steam in the airplane-themed outdoor playground.
Enjoy your day out and grab a bite from PizzaExpress with the whole family this Summer.
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