City of Bristol, United Kingdom
Clifton Observatory, Bristol
City of Bristol, United Kingdom
Open to visitors
The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.
Strollie cannot guarantee access — always check before you travel.
- Opening hours
- Nov-Mar: Mo-Su 10:00-16:00; Apr-Oct: Mo-Su 10:00-17:00
- Admission
- Ticketed
- Phone
- +44 117 974 1242
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Clifton Observatory is an observation tower built in Bristol in 1766, situated in the Clifton area of the city. The structure is Grade II* listed, reflecting its architectural and historical significance as a surviving example of eighteenth-century scientific infrastructure.
- Built
- Type
- observation tower
- Heritage
- Grade II* listed building
- Place
- City of Bristol, United Kingdom
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