The six-week summer holiday is full of possibility... until someone says the dreaded words: "I'm bored."
If you're looking for ways to swap screen time for some proper memory-making, Bristol is packed with experiences that get kids creating, exploring and trying something completely new. Whether you've got a mini artist, an aspiring astronaut or an animal lover in the family, there's always something adventurous to be doing this summer.
Here are ten family-friendly experiences on Yuup that'll make this summer one the kids are guranteed to remember.
1. Decorate delicious biscuits at Boujon Bakery
Boujon Bakery's family biscuit decorating classes are packed with colourful icing, sprinkles and plenty of creativity. Younger children can enjoy fun 30-minute decorating sessions, while older budding bakers aged 8+ can get stuck into one-hour tutored classes, learning more advanced decorating techniques. Whether it's their first time holding an icing bag or they're ready to perfect their piping skills, there's a class to suit every age.
Parents are welcome to join in too, making it a brilliant way to spend quality time together – with delicious creations to take home afterwards.
Perfect for: Young bakers of all abilities, with 30-minute sessions for little ones and one-hour tutored workshops for ages 8+.
2. Blast off at Bristol's Coolest Planetarium
Looking for a way to inspire curious minds?
Take a trip through the stars with a family planetarium show at Aerospace Bristol. Expect incredible visuals, fascinating astronomy and the chance to ask all those big space questions afterwards. It's educational without feeling like school – exactly how the holidays should be.
Perfect for: Space enthusiasts and curious kids of all ages.
3. Make something magical at Kids Clay Club
Tiny hands. Big imaginations.
At Pottymouth Workshop, children can sculpt colourful fridge magnets or build their own quirky robot figures from clay. They'll learn new skills, get messy in the best possible way and leave with something they're genuinely proud of.
Because homemade masterpieces are always better than another plastic toy.
Perfect for: Budding makers aged 5+.
4. Get creative with Teen Screenprinting
Know a teenager who's always doodling or designing?
Print Paradiso's Teen Screenprinting workshop lets young creatives design and print their own artwork to take home. It's hands-on, confidence-boosting and a brilliant introduction to a traditional creative craft.
Perfect for: Creative teens looking to try something different.
5. Make your mark at a Kids Graffiti Workshop
Bristol is famous for its street art, so why not let the next generation have a go?
In this fun, supervised graffiti workshop, kids learn spray-paint techniques, experiment with colour and create their own bold artwork in a safe environment. It's messy, expressive and seriously cool.
Perfect for: Young artists with big imaginations.
6. Ride the Strawberry Line
Sometimes the simplest adventures are the best ones.
Pack a picnic, hop on your bikes and spend the day cycling the beautiful Strawberry Line. This family-friendly route winds through leafy countryside, making it ideal for a relaxed day outdoors with plenty of snack stops along the way.
Fresh air, freedom and family time? Say yuup to that.
Perfect for: Families who love being outdoors.
7. Press play at Replay Café
Who says game time needs a screen?
Replay Café is packed with classic board games and nostalgic favourites, making it the perfect place to laugh, compete and reconnect over a milkshake or delicious lunch. Rainy day? Sorted.
Perfect for: Families of all ages who love a little friendly competition.
8. Draw four-legged models at Dog Life Drawing
It's life drawing... but with dogs.
Artist Cai has reimagined the classic drawing class into one of Bristol's most joyful creative experiences. Expect adorable canine models, relaxed vibes and lots of laughter while you sketch your furry subjects.
No artistic experience required – just a love of dogs.
Perfect for: Animal lovers aged 8+.
9. Uncover hidden treasures on a Family Fossil Hunt
Turn an ordinary day out into a real-life treasure hunt.
Join expert naturalists Ed and Liz Drewitt on the Severn coastline to search for fossils dating back more than 200 million years. As you explore the shore, you'll learn how to spot ancient clues hidden in the rocks, discover what Bristol looked like when dinosaurs roamed the area, and even have the chance to find fossilised fish bones, reptile remains and coprolites (yes, fossilised dinosaur poo!).
It's an unforgettable way to get kids outdoors, spark their curiosity and bring science and history to life.
Perfect for: Curious explorers, budding palaeontologists and families who love hands-on outdoor adventures.
10. Dive into Bristol's hidden history at St Nicholas Market
If the British summer weather has other plans, swap the sunshine for an underground adventure. The St Nicholas Market & Air Raid Shelter Tour takes you beneath one of Bristol's most iconic landmarks to explore hidden passageways and a preserved WWII air raid shelter that's not usually open to the public. Along the way, you'll hear fascinating stories spanning more than 1,000 years of Bristol's history, making it a brilliant day out for curious minds and history buffs alike. Recommended for families with children aged 10+.
Perfect for: History buffs, curious older kids and anyone looking for a fascinating rainy-day activity.
