Meet the mechanical wonders of the Robot Zoo! In this hands-on exhibition, you’ll come face-to-face with incredible robotic creatures. See a life-sized robotic giraffe, watch robo-insects scurry and swarm, and learn how engineers take inspiration from the natural world to build amazing machines.

This is a fantastic, drop-in event for all ages.

Please Note: Entry is free, but to help us manage visitor numbers, we ask that you book a free ticket online for your preferred time slot.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, 1 August 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Bookable 1-hour slots)
• Venue: Atrium, Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
• Suitability: All Ages

What to Expect

• An interactive ‘walk-through’ exhibition.
• Multiple hands-on stations to control simple robots.
• Live demonstrations from the ‘Robot Keepers’ every 30 minutes.
• Your free QR code ticket will be scanned at the entrance to the Atrium.