Opened in 2004 by Sophie Melor and Julian Claxton, Plan 9 is probably the city's most reputable art establishment and is run by artists, curators and writers. It displays international artworks, hosts debates and screenings.

Architecture Center was established in 1996. It hosts regular exhibitions focusing on the subject of architecture, design and public art. It is also a meeting place for professionals working in architectural fields.

Arnolfini is situated right in the middle of Bristol’s harborside. It is one of Europe’s most famous centers for the modern arts. It features regularly changing programs which include cinema, lectures, dance and various performances. The converted warehouse also has one of the country’s best art bookshops. Arnolfini’s café bar is a place where you can enjoy fresh local food and fair-trade coffee or tea.

This is one of many masterpieces painted by Banksy, a quasi-anonymous British graffiti artist. Banksy's style is known for its striking and humorous images sometimes combined with slogans. Love cheat, located on Bristol’s Park Street, is a well-known site where his work is found.

The Royal West of England Academy of Arts was the first art gallery opened in Bristol. It is one of only five Royal Academies in the UK and is comprised of five stunning naturally lit galleries and one commercial gallery. The gallery has been visited by Queen Elizabeth II herself. Royal West of England Academy provides high quality art education in a gallery environment for all ages and tastes.

This is a ceramics studio that allows visitors to decorate ceramic items themselves. They provide cups, plates, vases and boxes for guests to adorn, which are then glazed and fired. Make Your Mark is especially popular with kids.