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Gloucester showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum which includes military items, interior views and a statue or sculpture

Gloucester Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, religious aspects and art

Regiments of Gloucestershire Museum which includes military items, interior views and art

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Merchants\' Quay showing shopping, street scenes and signage

Gloucester Docks

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Once a thriving maritime port, this urban redevelopment is now a buzzing district of fashion outlets, riverside restaurants, museums and a working boatyard.

Gloucester Cathedral

5/5(14 reviews)

Home to the tomb of King Edward II, this magnificent 1,300-year-old cathedral was also a filming location for the Harry Potter movies.

National Waterways Museum which includes signage and interior views

Gloucester Waterways Museum

Play around with interactive exhibits, study educational displays and examine an extensive collection of boats at this quayside museum.

'I know it's not a barn owl'
It's 'Leighton' the buzzard

The Barn Owl Centre

Enjoy an outing to The Barn Owl Centre during your stay in Gloucester. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

St Mary de Crypt Church

Find out about the history of Gloucester when you spend time at St Mary de Crypt Church. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Regiments of Gloucestershire Museum featuring interior views

Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

Original flags, photos, regalia and weapons are just some of the military memorabilia celebrating Gloucestershire’s soldiers at this excellent museum.

Greyfriars

Enjoy an outing to Greyfriars during your stay in Gloucester. Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this culturally rich area.

Gloucester Quays

5/5(2 reviews)

During your visit to Gloucester, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gloucester Quays. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Hartpury University and Hartpury College

Walk around the campus at Hartpury University and Hartpury College as part of your travels around Gloucester. While in this culturally rich area, you can savor the lively bars.