Cabot Circus Shopping Centre

Situated in central Bristol, England, just adjacent to Broadmead, is the Cabot Circus Shopping Centre. It is a covered shopping center that has a cinema, offices, shops, a hotel, and 250 apartments. The center was opened to the public in September 2008 and was named after John Cabot, an Italian explorer who is closely related to Bristol.Designed by the Chapman Taylor architects, Cabot Circus Shopping Centre has a sizeable glass-paneled roof, low energy lighting, natural ventilation, and rainwater harvesting system, which made it win a 2008 BREAM Retail award. The center is also divided into two areas, the Circus and the Quakers Friars.

Tourists can have a side trip to West Harptreeif they want to enjoy unspoiled nature attractions. There is also a plethora of hotels and accommodations that can be found in the area near the Cabot Circus Shopping Centre. The Bristol Marriott Hotel City Centeroffers spacious accommodation with modern facilities. Guests can also enjoy an indoor pool in the property. Boasting a mini-gym, the Holiday Inn Bristol City Centrealso provides accommodation in the heart of the city with a stylish restaurant and bar. The Bristol Zoocan be a fun place to visit. The 12-acre gardens feature a Gorilla island, penguins, reptiles, lions, and more. A program of contemporary art exhibitions, music, and dance events, as well as artist’s performance and poetry and book readings, can also be enjoyed at Arnolfini Gallery.