Days Out For The FamilyMatthew
Bristol, England
1996 replica caravel, ship located in Bristol, UK
The experience
About this day out
The Matthew of Bristol is a modern reconstruction of the ship in which John Cabot sailed to Newfoundland in 1497. Moored at Princes Wharf in central Bristol, visitors can board for free, climb to the upper decks and chat with volunteer guides. The ship also runs public trips around Bristol's Floating Harbour and the Avon Gorge, and is available for private hire, school trips, filming and photoshoots.
When to go
Opening calendar
Summer (April–October): Tuesday–Sunday 10am–4pm, last entry 3:30pm; Winter (November–March): Saturdays & Sundays 11am–3pm, last entry 2:30pm; closed Mondays all year; hours subject to change (sailing trips, maintenance, weather)
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Prices at a glance
- Admission
- Free to visit the ship (donations gratefully received), no booking required. 2026 trip prices: Harbour Trip – adult £14, concession £11.50, child £11.50; Avon Gorge Cruise – adult £45, concession £42.50, child £42.50, infant free; Fish & Chips Trip – adult £35, concession £32.50, child £32.50, infant with food £12.50, infant without food free. Family tickets available for standard trips; all tickets subject to a 4% + VAT booking fee
Prices can change. Confirm ticket terms with the venue before booking.
Practical details
Facilities & accessibility
At a glance
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- Accessibility
- Concession tickets available for disabled people and PAs/carers on standard trips
- Parking
- Not provided yet
- Dogs
- Not provided yet
Getting there
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