Bristol Zoo Project
One of the country's most famous zoos has been reimagined and shifted 6 miles north from its longtime base in Clifton to a 136-acre site just outside the city. The emphasis is on conservation and education, with nearly 80 percent of the animals threatened and part of targeted conservation programs. Highlights include giraffes, zebras, lemurs, red pandas, and brown bears, which can be viewed from a raised walkway trailing through the Bear Wood. You'll also be able to see black rhinos, red-necked ostriches, and cheetahs roaming around such habitats as Central African Forest. Non-animal-related attractions include climbing walls and adventure playgrounds, and there are talks scheduled several times a day. Take buses 1 or 2 from Temple Meads Station or the city center, then walk 15 minutes.
