Discover the hidden secrets of the Clifton Observatory’s history. With a vast heritage, there is much to learn about what the Observatory was used for.
As you Journey to the Camera Obscura, you walk through our newly renovated museum, detailing the history of Clifton Observatory. in 1766, this iconic landmark of Bristol offers a unique viewing platform overlooking the Clifton Suspension bridge and the City of Bristol.
William Wests Camera Obscura is now 1 of only three working Camera Obscuras in the UK. This marvellous engineering has sat on top of Clifton Tower since 1828. Use the handle to rotate the Camera Obscura 360 degrees and see Bristol in a new light. The Camera Obscura can be described as Victorian CCTV and even now seems truly futuristic.