Visit Bristol Official Visitor Guide 2024

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WELCOME TO BRISTOL From green spaces and urban villages to gastronomy, film locations and inspiring street art, it’s time to explore the UK’s most dynamic city.

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Whatever the season, whatever the day of the week, discover unmissable events during your visit to Bristol.

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Film & TV.............................................. 4 Food & drink......................................... 5 Music.................................................. 6 Street art.............................................. 7 Exhibitions........................................... 8 Theatre................................................ 9 Sport................................................. 10 Tours................................................. 11 Shopping.........................................12

The city is renowned for throwing epic familyfriendly bashes, including beloved events Bristol Harbour Festival and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. Music lovers are in for a treat in 2024, with the world-class Bristol Beacon concert venue back open for business with a packed events programme after a five-year refurbishment, and icons including Take That and Bristol’s very own Massive Attack gracing other stages across the city. Bristol Pride (pictured) takes place each July with joy, celebration and community. Thought-provoking exhibitions, stand-up comedy, intimate gigs and live sports are staples throughout the year, too.

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Written and published by Visit West (company number 3715280 registered in England and Wales) www.visitwest.co.uk. While every care has been taken in the accuracy of producing this guide, the publisher is not liable for any errors or omissions which may occur. All information is subject to change and is correct at the time of going to print, February 2024. Design: Loop Studio Limited. All images: Visit West except where credited. Printing: Precision Colour Printing.

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Harbourside....................................... 14 Central, Old City & Park Street.............. 19 Sacred Bristol....................................23 Neighbourhoods Clifton............................................... 25 Explore More ...................................28

South Gloucestershire & South Cotswolds............................... 32 North Somerset & The Mendips............. 36 Bath & North East Somerset................... 38 Getting to/around Bristol...................... 41 City centre & regional maps.................44

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Discover filming locations in Bristol, including Dr Who

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FOOD & DRINK Love food, love Bristol: one of the best places in the world to eat and drink

FILM & TV A UNESCO City of Film, Bristol is home to Aardman Animations, Channel 4’s Creative Hub and a

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round of world-class film festivals Bristol doesn’t just make films: it’s varied and stunning architecture and harbourside landscapes are often the stars of the show. There’s a rich history of locations to rediscover - Only Fools & Horses, The Outlaws (from Bristolian legend Stephen Merchant), Sex Education, Jane Austen’s Sanditon, Disney’s upcoming Rivals series, and the classic Skins, plus Doctor Who, most recently featuring in the show’s 60th anniversary and Christmas specials. Bristol is home to the BBC’s Natural History Unit. Aardman Animations’ Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep were born in the city, as was Hollywood icon Cary Grant – look out for his statue in Millennium Square. The city has a strong independent cinema culture – including the pioneering Watershed’s inclusive experience, and alternative microplex The Cube. We’re also home to 20th Century Flicks - the longest running video rental store in the world.

NEED TO KNOW l February’s star-studded Slapstick Festival is an annual celebration of silent film, with live events, screenings and plenty of silliness. l Forbidden Worlds Film Festival returns in May to showcase fantasy, action, sci-fi and horror films from around the world. l The Big Scream horror extravaganza takes place in October. l Encounters Festival, held every autumn, is the longest-running competitive short film and animation festival in the UK, a qualifier for the Oscars™, and a great place to discover new talent. l Afrika Eye, the South West’s biggest celebration of African cinema and culture, takes place every November at venues across the city. l The year-round Bristol Film Festival offers classics and crowd pleasers in quirky locations from wine vaults to secret caves. l The annual Cinema Rediscovered festival in July shows some of the finest new digital restorations, contemporary classics and film print rarities from across the globe on the big screen. l Cary Comes Home Festival returns at the end of 2024, celebrating how Bristolborn Archie Leach went on to become a world-famous star during the golden age of Hollywood.

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Big on street food, local markets, vegan restaurants, world cuisine and award-winning independents, Bristol has one of the UK’s most exciting food scenes to munch your way around. Michelin-starred restaurants (there are two of them) are just part of the story. You’ll also find small producers using ethical ingredients alongside artisan gin distilleries, wine cellars and craft ales by the gallon: Wiper and True and Lost and Grounded Brewers are among the many, distinctive local breweries that make this one of Britain’s leading beer cities.

To get a flavour of what the city has to offer, head to St Nicholas Market in the Old City, where you can browse food stalls offering anything from pie and mash to Japanese dumplings, spicy Szechuan noodles and freshly made Middle Eastern wraps. See if you can find the hidden gin distillery among the food vendors. Did you know? You can join GOOD: Stories in Food on a tour around Bristol and Somerset’s fabulous food and drink scene.

For more, head to visitbristol.co.uk/food

NEED TO KNOW lR olling in the ales: don’t miss the annual Bristol Craft Beer Festival in June, or take a tour of local brewery tap rooms on the East Bristol Brewery Trail. lG et a true taste of the West Country at Thatchers cider farm, or take a vineyard tour and tasting at Aldwick Estate, just outside the city. lD iscover Spirited on North Street, or take a tour of 6 O’clock Gin’s Thornbury distillery and enjoy some tasters of their gins and liqueurs. Don’t forget to visit their new bar at The Glassboat on Welsh Back, too. l T ake to the water and enjoy a cream tea with Bristol Packet Boat Trips, a gin tour with Bristol Ferry or fish and chips aboard The Matthew. lD on’t miss Bristol’s very own cider boat, The Apple.

Take your pick from a host of independent food and drink venues across Bristol

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MUSIC Summer festivals, bar-room jazz, dance, gigs on boats

As well as musical legends playing big-gig venues, listen out for thigh-slapping bluegrass, New Orleans style Jazz, DJ nights and pub gigs, alongside an eclectic programme of outdoor festivals including Dot to Dot and Love Saves The Day in May, Bristol Harbour Festival in July, familyfriendly Valley Fest in August and the return of the inner city music festival FORWARDS. Dancing feet? Club nights across the city range from disco and techno to drum and bass.

DJ Mag named Motion ‘Best Large Club’ in its Best of British awards. Other venues include Basement 45, Lakota, and Lost Horizon. The city’s live music venues include The Fleece, The Louisiana, and the Old Duke where you can experience live jazz every night of the week.

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l Bristol Beacon, Bristol’s largest concert venue has reopened with a stellar programme of concerts, comedy and club nights (pictured). l In June, Bristol Sounds returns to the harbourside marking its 10-year anniversary with Skindred, Reef, GENTLEMAN’S DUB CLUB and more, followed by Siren’s three nights of drum and bass and dancehall at the end of July. l St George’s Bristol boasts superb acoustics and a unique atmosphere that attracts the world’s best artists including the best in classical, chamber, world, folk, blues and jazz, and spoken word. l Experience a gig or club night at the world-famous floating music venue Thekla. l Former church Trinity Centre is home to a host of events, from gentle dance afternoons to skank nights.

Banksy’s native city and the home of Upfest, Bristol has turned graffiti into a fine art

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and open mics – Bristol rocks!

In the capital of street art, Banksy’s iconic Mild Mild West in Stokes Croft or his Well-Hung Lover on Park Street are among Bristol’s biggest attractions.

Banksy is in a class of his own, but the city has nurtured an entire community of legendary artists: Cheo, Inkie, Hazard One, Tuco, Andy Council, Gemma Compton, Paris and the Paintsmiths among dozens of others. On landmark buildings or tucked away down side streets, painted walls form an outdoor gallery, most prominently on Stokes Croft, Nelson Street, Leonard’s Lane, Easton and North Street in Southville, the home of Upfest - Europe’s largest free biannual festival of urban art, next due to take place in spring 2024. During weekends and holidays throughout the year, the city’s awardwinning street art tours are a great introduction.

NEED TO KNOW l T ake a tour of Bristol’s famous murals and stencils with the award-winning Bristol Street Art Tours from Where the Wall. l F ind your inner graffiti artist in an immersive spray-can session with Graft (pictured). lB anksy’s Girl with a Pierced Eardrum is tucked away on a Harbourside backstreet.

See if you can find it with the Banksy Bristol Trail App. l T he large-scale works on Nelson Street are the legacy of Bristol's street art festival, See No Evil, in 2012. Keep an eye out for Inkie’s mural commemorating the event, repainted by the artist in 2022. lN earby Weston-super-Mare is also home to a thriving street art scene, with Weston Wallz, a sister graffiti festival to Upfest, due to return in 2024.

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Classy collections & dynamic exhibitions

Blockbuster musicals and cutting-edge drama

Bristol Museum and Art Gallery presents worldclass collections and high-profile exhibitions including Wildlife Photographer of The Year and Concealed/Reveal: Disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent artists driving creativity.

Make sure to visit M Shed from March 2024 to view new additions to the ‘Protest’ exhibit which will include the Edward Colston statue and information on racial injustice.

Catch world-class visual art from around the world at RWA, and contemporary exhibitions at Spike Island and Arnolfini. Keep an eye out for updates from Watershed regarding their new venue, Undershed, a new immersive gallery due to launch in Spring 2024.William Hogarth’s Altarpiece will be on display at St Nicholas Church through the year on selected dates. The Hay Wain

by John Constable is coming to Bristol Museum & Art Gallery on loan from The National Gallery as the centrepiece in “Truth to Nature” (9 May-1 Sept).

As well as being home to two fantastic photography galleries, The Royal Photographic

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From top: Bristol Old Vic, Bristol Hippodrome and the Wardrobe Theatre

From top: Bristol Museum and Art Gallery and Spike Island

Society and Martin Parr Foundation, the city also has a series of big photography exhibitions and festivals.

With more exhibitions announced throughout the year, check visitbristol.co.uk/whats-on

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Bristol Old Vic, the longest continuously running theatre in the English-speaking world, aims to inspire audiences with its own original productions while nurturing the next generation of artists. The 2024 programme includes the brand-new musical adaptation of David Nicholls’ beloved Starter for Ten novel, starring Mel Giedroyc, and Olivier award-winning director Sally Cookson’s production of Wonder Boy. Tobacco Factory Theatres produces and presents an impressive roster of exciting shows, including Shakespeare, pop-up opera, comedy, puppetry and dance in unique, industrial spaces.

The Bristol Hippodrome, known as the city’s own West End theatre, shows everything from touring musicals throughout the year to its own annual Christmas panto. 2024 is set to be a year to remember, with the return of the smash-hit Wicked, the Bristol debut of the multi awardwinning Hamilton, Disney’s Aladdin and GREASE. The Redgrave Theatre in Clifton presents family classics alongside shows from acclaimed stand-up comedians. For wacky, raucous comedy and improv, head to The Old Market Assembly’s Wardrobe Theatre or Bristol Improv Theatre in Clifton. Comedy and magic can be found at Smoke & Mirrors.

For more, head to visitbristol.co.uk/theatre

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From international cricket to paddle-boarding, Bristol offers sport and exercise for all Football in Bristol is a divided affair: Bristol Rovers play at The Memorial Stadium and Bristol City at Ashton Gate Stadium where Bristol City WFC also play in the Women’s Super League. The stadium is also the home of Premiership rugby’s Bristol Bears.

In March the Red Roses will take on Wales in the 2024 TikTok Women’s Six Nations here. Bristol Bears Women play games at Shaftesbury Park and Ashton Gate.

For cricket fans, Bristol-based Gloucestershire County Cricket Club is one of 18 first-class professional clubs in the UK. The Seat Unique Stadium is just off Gloucester Road and also hosts Western Storm matches.

You can also watch basketball at Bristol Flyers home SGS WISE Arena, or Bristol Pitbulls ice hockey at Planet Ice, both located to the north of the city.

The city’s outdoor activities include stand-up paddle-boarding with SUP Bristol on the harbour, climbing the Avon Gorge, cycling, golf and even surfing at The Wave.

Head underground at Wookey Hole and Cheddar Gorge, as well as caving, climbing and skiing and more at Mendip Activity Centre.

NEED TO KNOW l Gloucestershire County Cricket Club (pictured) will host a number of international matches in 2024, including England Women v New Zealand Women on 3 July, and England Men v Australia Men on 29 September. l Run, run, run: take part in the Great Bristol Run. An action-packed day with the 10K and Half Marathon both taking place on 19 May. l Professional basketball club the Bristol Flyers compete in the nation’s top tier, with home fixtures played at SGS Wise Arena. l Bristol offers bike hire, trails and off-road tracks. Look out for cycling events – and bikes available to hire. l The region boasts many excellent golf courses, including Bowood, Knowle and Shirehampton. Harbourside’s InPlay Golf allows you to play real golf indoors. l The Adventurous Activity Company can help tackle thrilling natural landscapes while Bristol’s indoor climbing centres offer the chance to climb whatever the weather.

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lG et a taste of the West with a food tour or go behind the scenes at breweries, distilleries, vineyards and more (see page 5 for details). l Join local food expert, Florence, in discovering the stories of Bristol and Somerset’s amazing food and drink scene with GOOD: Stories in Food. l Learn more about the world’s longest continually-running theatre with Bristol Old Vic Heritage Theatre Tours. l Browse a selection of local experiences and tours on Yuup’s website, from street art strolls with the Upfest team to a variety of food and drink tours. l Set your own pace on a self-guided tour with Treasure Hunt, Mystery Guides or the Banksy Bristol Trail app. l Rabbies and Mad Max Tours both offer a schedule of regional day trips.

From top: Show of Strength Blood, Blackbeard & Buccaneers tour, St Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour

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There’s no better way to experience the varied sights and districts around Bristol than with a tour, whether you opt to do one on foot, by bike or even by boat.

Don’t miss a chance to see the city from the water: Bristol Ferry runs a regular waterbus service as well as special events throughout summer, while Bristol Packet Boats and The Matthew and Number Seven Boats will give you a tour of Bristol’s harbour and further afield along the River Avon.

If you would rather view the city at a leisurely pace, book one of the city’s top-class walking tours, including the Blackbeard to Banksy Ultimate Bristol Walking Tour, Bristol Ghost Tours, St Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour, and Bristol Street Art Walking Tours.

Take an actor-led walking tour by Show of Strength Theatre Company and explore the ‘Blood and Butchery of Bedminster’, ‘Crime and Crinolines in Clifton’ among many others, or try one of their new tours for 2024, ‘Raising Cary Grant – The Bristol Footsteps of Archibald Leach’, launching in spring.

Get a bird’s-eye view of the city from a hot-air balloon. Bristol’s ballooning companies including Elite Air, Fly Away Ballooning and Virgin Balloons run flights throughout the season.

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SHOPPING DESTINATIONS The Arcade Step back in time and explore this Grade II-listed Victorian shopping arcade with its boutique shops and cafés.

Bedminster & Southville Just south of the harbour you’ll find the bustling suburb of Bedminster, with East Street and North Street brimming with local shops, delis, markets and more.

Broadmead This pedestrianized shopping area is your destination for high-street favourites like Primark and TK Maxx as well as over 100 indie reatailers and SPARKS Bristol, a retail, art and educational centre focused on sustainability.

Cabot Circus The ultimate shopping destination in the heart of Bristol, with over 120 high-street names and restaurants such as Côte Brasserie and Coal Kitchen.

Clifton Village This leafy urban village features pretty Georgian streets and garden squares lined with boutiques and cafes, plus the restored Victorian Clifton Arcade’s

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unique collection of small, independent shops.

The Galleries Indoor shopping with over 70 stores plus a great family-friendly Food Court.

Gloucester Road This community neighbourhood has a huge variety of independent shops, bustling cafes, food and drink shops, pubs as well as vintage and pre-loved bargains.

The Mall At Cribbs Causeway Just off junction 17 on the M5 motorway, this indoor shopping centre houses more than 150 shops including department and high-street stores, restaurants and cafés. Park Street & The Triangle Popular for its mix of vintage, fashion, furniture, books and independent labels.

Quakers Friars Harvey Nichols and high-end shopping set around a lovely piazza.

St Nicholas Markets Glasscovered market dating back to the 1700s with Bristol's largest collection of independent stalls. Sister markets include the Bristol Indies' Market and Night Market.

From top: Cabot Circus, Wapping Wharf, SPARKS, and Bristol Christmas Market

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screenings; the venue also has a café and bar serving breakfast, lunch and evening meals.

Learn more about the history and workings of the Floating Harbour at Underfall Yard Visitor Centre, while enjoying gorgeous views of the harbour and colourful houses of Cliftonwood.

No visit to Bristol would be complete without a visit to the Victorian masterpiece that is Brunel’s SS Great Britain. Included in the same ticket, museum Being Brunel celebrates the life and work of the great engineer. See panel opposite for more.

Explore the city’s bustling waterfront with its mix of restaurants, bars, boat trips, family attractions, art, movies and maritime history.

ATTRACTIONS Hands-on science centre We The Curious (reopening in summer 2024, check their website for updates) is a playground of creative exhibits and home to the UK’s first 3D Planetarium. See tropical marine and freshwater creatures from around the world in naturally themed habitats at Bristol Aquarium, which also runs daily talks and seasonal activities, plus adult-only evenings.

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EXPERIENCES The best way to get to know the Floating Harbour is by boat. Bristol Ferry Boats and

Bristol Packet are among the companies who operate trips around the Harbourside and beyond including visits to country pubs, sunset gin cruises and even a tour with a cream tea!

Take a trip on The Matthew, a replica of the boat sailed by John Cabot when he discovered Newfoundland in 1497, from fish and chip evenings to river tours which pass under Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Back on dry land, Millennium Square is a great outdoor spot which regularly plays host to events, and where children paddle in the fountains during the warmer months. Practise your swing across five indoor simulators at nearby inPlay Golf, with individual lessons from a PGA coaching professional.

Clockwise: We The Curious, SUP Bristol and Watershed

Brunel’s SS Great Britain

SHIP AHOY! Brunel’s SS Great Britain has a special anniversary on 19 July each year. In 1845 (179 years ago) she arrived in New York for the first time on this date, setting a transatlantic speed record and marking a new era for passenger ships and luxury travel. Fast-forward to 1970 and Bristol triumphantly welcomed the Victorian ocean liner after an 8,000-mile journey from the Falklands where she had been abandoned years earlier – remarkably on the same date in the year. The anniversary is marked with celebrations each year. arts and combines gallery exhibitions, live performances and independent cinema with a bookshop and café.

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HISTORY OF THE HARBOUR Bristol’s history as a trading port stretches back to 1051 when it was listed in the AngloSaxon Chronicle. By the early 14th century, its importance was second only to London. The city’s role during the triangular slave trade is well documented and is featured in an exhibition at M Shed, the museum on the Harbourside that tells the story of Bristol.

In 1809 Bristol was transformed by the opening of the Floating Harbour. Built to overcome the challenge of the second highest tidal range in the world, the harbour became increasingly unable to manage the growing size of ships and the commercial port eventually moved to Avonmouth.

The old City Docks finally closed to commercial traffic in 1975 and is now a lively leisure destination packed with visitor attractions, adventure and water sports, restaurants, bars and, on occasional weekends, a working steam railway.

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terrace overlooking the harbour.

The Ostrich Historic pub with a huge riverside beer garden and cosy interiors over two floors.

Paco Tapas Traditional yet elevated tapas with a Michelin star.

Pastan Plant-based pasta dishes, delicacies and desserts.

Pieminister Award-winning pie and mash with plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.

Rick’s Harbourside views from

If West End shows, live music and buzzy craft beer pubs are your thing, head to the bright lights of Central Bristol

The Bristol hotel’s glamourous cocktail bar.

Riverstation Relaxed riverside restaurant with scenic views from its large terrace and balcony.

Steak of the Art Serving fine cuts in a gallery-style setting.

Three Brothers Burgers Hot dogs, loaded fries and burgers on a boat with craft beer and shakes.

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CARGO Repurposed shipping containers at Wapping Wharf house a diverse collection of indie food and drink including Magari Pasta, Gambas tapas bar, and sushi from Seven Lucky Gods.

Finzels Reach Buzzing riverside district, home to Bocabar, Left Handed Giant’s Brewpub and a twice weekly street food market.

The Grain Barge Drink a Bristol Beer Factory brew on board a boat afloat.

The Granary All-day dining and cooking over fire in one of Bristol’s most beautiful buildings.

King Street Brew House Choose from an impressive range of keg and cask beers at this sporty pub with its very own micro-brewery.

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A walk along Nelson Street reveals some of the city’s most ambitious outdoor art; join one of Bristol’s popular guided street art tours to hear its history. Visit nearby Roxy Lanes for bowling, batting cages and more, or Whistle Punks urban axe-throwing for entertainment with an edge.

Uncover the quirky shops and cafes of the 17th Century Christmas Steps Arts Quarter before heading to the large and colourful terrace at Bambalan, where you can enjoy Mediterraneanstyle dishes and pizza, or dance away at their lively summer parties.

By night, take your pick from a range of entertainment. Bristol Hippodrome attracts major musicals from the West End while the new-look Bristol Beacon is the home of live music. Tucked away on

FOOD & DRINK l The Milk Thistle A sophisticated cocktail lounge bar, set across three floors (pictured). l Talwar Express Indian street food, with many vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. l Colonnade New modern European restaurant set within the historic heart of Bristol Beacon concert venue. l Bocabar Stone-baked pizzas, burgers, mezze plates with a large outdoor area in Finzels Reach. l Hotel du Vin & Bistro Comforting French classics and an impressive wine list.

Denmark Street, Smoke & Mirrors is a comedy and magic theatre pub, open six nights a week.

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OLD CITY This quaint but lively district boasts a handsome selection of indie traders, cool bars and the UK’s oldest theatre

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FOOD & DRINK l Brozen Frozen cocktails and boozy ice cream made on the spot with liquid nitrogen. l The Strawberry Thief Relaxed bar with over 70 local and international beers, plus a seasonal menu of beer-infused dishes. l Hort’s Townhouse restored Grade II listed pub serving a range of refined pub classics (pictured). l St Nicholas Markets Go around the world at food stalls ranging from Pieminister pie and mash to tacos, tagine and more. l Chez Marcel Authentic French creperie, serving galettes and a variety of crepes. l The Cow & Sow All-day chophouse on Queen Square, also serving up top cocktails and weekend brunch.

The city’s hip quarter where history, culture, art and street style combine in fine fashion

on to the St Nicholas Market and Air Raid Shelter Walking Tour. Visit the Palestine Museum in Broad Street to see its permanent exhibition of Palestinian heritage, culture and daily life.

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The cobbles of King Street are home to the historic Bristol Old Vic, where visitors can enjoy performances, behind-the-scenes tours or pretheatre dinners. Celebrated jazz venue The Old Duke pub is just a moment away and offers free live music any night of the week. Browse the city’s largest collection of small traders within the historic St Nicholas Market. Other independents stud the surrounding streets, from bookshops to vintage clothing stores. A five-minute walk from St Nicks is Queen Square, a popular park set against a backdrop of Georgian houses which hosts annual Bristol events like the Comedy Garden and Bristol Harbour Festival. It’s also the perfect spot to take a breather and take in the views.

Learn more about the oldest part of Bristol by doing a self-guided Walled City Walk, or booking

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This culturally rich area has it all, from Bristol’s oldest art gallery, the Royal West of England Academy (RWA), to Banksy’s cheeky mural Well Hung Lover. The RWA is the country’s only regional Royal Academy of Art and hosts a dynamic and varied programme of exhibitions, events and lectures.

While you’re there, take a tower tour at nearby Bristol University’s Wills Memorial Building to experience sky-high views, browse the latest exhibitions at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery next door, or venture below ground to the historic cellars of Averys family wine merchants, which has been importing wines from across the globe since 1793.

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, The Georgian House and Red Lodge museums are all free to enter, as is the city’s grand medieval Cathedral on College Green – a regular venue for outdoor events right in front of the City Hall.

Music lovers can catch a gig at Bristol Folk House or at St George’s Bristol, famed for worldclass acoustics. Park Street shops offer everything from contemporary jewellery to vintage clothes, as well as great nightlife, from multi-room club Basement 45 to the pool tables and massive screens at Allstars Sports Bar. The area has a @visitbristol

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FOOD & DRINK l The Coconut Tree Sri Lankan street food, tapas and fiery ‘cocotails’. l Hyde & Co Fabulous cocktails in a stylish prohibition-style bar. l Cosmo Global buffet with a huge selection of dishes and live cooking stations l Pizza on the Park Roman-style pizza, Italian small plates with plenty of vegan and gluten-free options (pictured). l Swoon Dreamy homemade gelato, sorbetto, Neopolitan coffee and Swoon shakes. vibrant LGBTQ+ scene too, with bars and clubs including OMG and Queenshilling.

Brandon Hill is believed to be the country’s oldest public park. This mature reserve overlooks the city from one of Bristol’s highest points.

It’s home to Cabot Tower, built in 1897 to commemorate John Cabot’s voyage to America 400 years earlier. The elegant grade II-listed tower offers panoramic views of the city. Entry is free.

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SACRED BRISTOL Explore the extraordinary architecture and rich history of these places of worship Bristol Cathedral

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t James Priory is the city’s oldest church.

S Dating from 1135 the former Benedictine monastery has been used as a place of worship for almost 900 years.

St John on the Wall was built into the original city walls in the 12th century and features beautiful Jacobean features. Visitor interpretation helps uncover its history.

The Lord Mayor’s Chapel on College Green, directly opposite Bristol Cathedral, is hidden away behind an unassuming entrance.

John Wesley’s New Room is the oldest Methodist building in the world. The chapel’s ‘New Room’ features a fascinating multimedia visitor centre which tells the story of John and Charles Wesley.

Bristol Cathedral originated as an Augustine Abbey in the 12th century. The Grade I listed cathedral is one of the world’s finest examples of a hall church with a medieval Chapter House, a peaceful garden and a track record as a film location for costume dramas.

St Mary Redcliffe has been a place of worship for more than 800 years. A beautiful Grade I listed church, St Mary Redcliffe is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with a slender, soaring spire 89 metres high.

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CLIFTON Georgian terraces, fine dining, boutique shopping and one gurt big bridge

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VILLAGE EXPERIENCE With its chic boutiques, Bath-stone terraces and leafy garden squares, Clifton is one of Bristol’s most beguiling neighbourhoods.

Discover the sweeping curve of Royal York Crescent, one of the longest terraces in Europe; spy on the world from a magical camera obscura at the summit of the Clifton Observatory; or gaze at the spectacular Avon Gorge from the dizzying heights of the Clifton Suspension Bridge: a feat of engineering designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and completed in 1864. Walk or cycle across (only drivers pay the toll) to reach the visitor centre at the gateway to Leigh Woods. Explore the vaults of the bridge on a special hard hat tour

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THINGS TO DO Clifton is filled with independent shops. Check out the Victorian Clifton Arcade and Wylde Jewellers on The Mall. On Oakfield Place, the old Clifton Lido has been beautifully restored to offer yearround outdoor swimming, spa treatments and award-winning dining.

Experience a performance at The Bristol Improv Theatre or Redgrave Theatre.

GREEN SPACES An area of protected parkland on the northern fringes of Clifton, the Downs is home to the University of Bristol Botanic Garden with its Mediterranean Collection, Tropical Zone and West Country habitats. Just across Clifton Suspension Bridge is the 850-acre Ashton Court Estate, where you can hire mountain bikes and learn skills from Pedal Progression.

The Mall Gardens is a peaceful oasis in the heart of the village.

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FOOD & DRINK l 360 Café The glass café at Clifton Observatory with a spectacular roof terrace. l Ashwell & Co Vintage boutique and tearoom. l The Aqua Grand Cafe A chic restaurant inspired by the great cafes of Paris. l Bar 44 Clifton A relaxed and flavour-packed Spanish dining experience. l The Clifton Sausage Modern British food in a relaxed setting. l The Clifton Rustic, cosy pub with great ales and good food. l Coppa Club A stylish spot for all-day dining, from brunch to evening cocktails. l Côte Brasserie Affordable French luxury. l T he Cow & Sow – Clifton Chophouse focusing on prime cuts and small plates. lG oram & Vincent / White Lion Bar Terrace dining and views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge from Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin. l T he Ivy Clifton Brasserie The first Ivy outside London is right at home in Clifton Village. l KIBOU A contemporary taste of Tokyo in Clifton Village. l T he Lido Poolside dining with a Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired menu. lN o.4 Clifton Village Delicious à la carte and afternoon teas at The Rodney Hotel. l Papadeli Award-wining deli, takeaway and cookery school. l Racks Bar & Kitchen A top spot for Sunday roasts. l The Whitmore Tap A Butcombe Brewery pub with delicious food.

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OLD MARKET Just a few minutes’ walk from Bristol Shopping Quarter, Old Market is a bohemian corner of the city that combines history, diversity, a friendly gay village and a vibrant nightlife set against a backdrop of interesting old buildings.

As the name suggests, it was once the city’s main market street; now it’s home to a cluster of independent shops, galleries, cafes and local pubs, as well as the impressive Wiper and True taproom, which hosts regular community events alongside brewery tours. For live music, performances and more, try Trinity Centre (a converted church) or the Wardrobe Theatre, housed in cafe-bar The Old Market Assembly.

Old Market is well known for its strong connections to the LGBTQ+ community and popular venues include The Old Castle Green.

Cabaret, burlesque and ‘Drag Queen Bingo’ are run of the mill around here.

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ST MARK’S ROAD Get a flavour of real Bristol life on a visit to this small but thriving street in Easton. Here’s where church and mosque rub shoulders with local restaurants, cafes and independent shops (including the legendary Bristol Sweet Mart and East Bristol Bakery). The street is also home to Thali Cafe, renowned for authentic South Indian food and a novel tiffin takeaway scheme. Get there by train, alighting at Stapleton Road station, or hop on a bike via the Bristol and Bath Railway path.

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Venture beyond the city centre and discover street art, independent shopping, craft beer and sport

SOUTHVILLE & BEDMINSTER Bedminster is home to Upfest, the largest festival of urban art in Europe, which returns in 2024.

Regular tours of the area tell the story behind the festival and murals – book via Yuup’s website.

Or if it’s gruesome history you’re into, join a Blood & Butchery in Bedminster tour. Tobacco Factory Theatres stages everything from Shakespeare and stand-up comedy to opera, puppetry and dance. Its Café Bar serves up good food, local ales and a Sunday morning market.

Home to Premiership rugby with Bristol Bears and football with Bristol City FC and Bristol City WFC, Ashton Gate Stadium also hosts summer concerts including Take That in 2024.

The North Street strip offers a lively mix of independent shops, cafés and bars. Try contemporary small plates at COR, wine tasting at KASK, whisky flights at Spirited, tasty pizza (and stand-up comedy) at the Hen & Chicken.

Bristol Beer Factory’s brewery taproom is the place to go for locally-made pints; they also hosts an ever-changing food line-up and events in their adjoining venue Studio BBF. Windmill Hill City Farm is a voluntary community project that runs social, environmental and educational activities alongside seasonal events with a farming theme. Victoria Park has a children’s play area and great views of the city. Urban climbers can tackle state-of-the-art Redpoint, which is based in an old cinema.

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STOKES CROFT Stokes Croft is home to some of Bristol’s most celebrated street art, including Banksy’s famous Mild Mild West. The Cube Microplex on nearby Dove Street is a cinema and arts venue presenting film, music and cabaret. Legendary nightclub Lakota is here, along with some of the city’s best-known bars and live-music pubs, including Canteen, which serves an all veggie menu and hosts free live music five nights a week. Look out for Stokes Croft China – makers of radical English bone china that encapsulates the mood of this bohemian neighbourhood.

GLOUCESTER ROAD This high street is a vibrant part of the community with wide pavements decorated with plants and flowers and crowded with cafés, bars and interesting shops. There are some great places to eat and drink, including artisan bakeries and atmospheric pubs serving craft ales from local breweries. For live music, try The Gallimaufry or The Golden Lion. Nearby, St Andrews Park has children’s playgrounds and open spaces. Just off Gloucester Road, the George Müller Museum tells the story of this Victorian cleric’s pioneering homes for orphans.

Gloucestershire County Cricket Club and Bristol Rovers Football Club are also in the area.

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Head out to the suburbs, where the city meets country parks, green spaces and great attractions ARNOS VALE AND BRISLINGTON Arnos Vale is home to the Original Bristol Blue Glass Factory and Shop, a thriving creative enterprise which continues the city’s long tradition for glassmaking in striking blue: see glassblowing demos in the studio workshop or blow your own bauble. Directly opposite, Arnos Vale Cemetery has been the final resting place for some of Bristol’s most notable citizens since opening in 1837. This arcadian garden cemetery has a Green Flag award for its mix of wildlife and urban woodland and offers leisurely walks among ornate Victorian tombs and picturesque landscaping, plus regular events, a self-guided Discovery Trail and cafe. Nearby Paintworks is home to the Martin Parr Foundation’s gallery and the Royal Photographic Society’s Bristol HQ – a pair of complementary galleries presenting talks and exhibitions dedicated to the art of photography. Hang out in Bocabar for casual dining, cocktails, DJs and live music. Hop across the river to visit wondrous ‘Amazement Park’ Wake the Tiger, a fantastical immersive experience for all ages which is opening its second phase in 2024. Explore an unforgettable VR experience at meetspaceVR, in nearby Brislington.

BLAISE Blaise Castle House Museum and Estate is a 19th century mansion set in 400 acres of parkland and is home to the city’s social history collection. Collect a key from Blaise Castle to access the nearby Kings Weston Roman Villa. Blaise Hamlet is a group of nine charming 19th century cottages centred around a ‘village’ green complete with its own pump.

Originally built for the estate’s servants, the hamlet was given to the National Trust in 1943. The pictureperfect cottages, which are still lived in, feature tall brick chimneys and decorative thatch.

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DAY TRIPS Make Bristol a base for exploring the wider region. There are numerous National Trust properties just a short distance from the city, including Tyntesfield to the south or Newark Park and Dyrham Park to the north.

Cardiff is just under an hour away: combine with a visit to the Royal Mint (pictured) or the beautiful Wye Valley.

Take a direct train to discover the Magna Carta at Salisbury Cathedral in neighbouring Wiltshire and board the shuttle bus to Stonehenge. Combine these with Bath for a classic day out. Roughly an hour south-east of Bristol is the Longleat estate with its Elizabethan house, grounds and famous safari park.

If you want to take the hassle out of planning your journey, book an excursion with local tour guides such as Mad Max Tours or Rabbie’s Tours, who will drive you to each location in comfort.

FISHPONDS & FROME VALLEY Fishponds Road is a thriving suburban high street, popular with locals and a great place to join the cycle path that runs between Bristol and Bath.

Nearby Oldbury Court’s beautiful estate combines woodland and riverside paths with historic parkland and children’s play areas. Beyond the parkland, follow the path down to the River Frome, where trails lead towards Frenchay and its Village Museum or, in the other direction, to Snuff Mills. Look out for wildlife: this is a great place to spot kingfishers, herons, foxes, owls, bats and even deer. @visitbristol

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SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE & SOUTH COTSWOLDS From castles and medieval villages to surfing, cycling and bears in the woods MARKET TOWNS Picturesque medieval market towns and villages are scattered throughout the countryside to the north and east of Bristol. The medieval town of Thornbury is home to Thornbury Castle, where King Henry VIII stayed with Anne Boleyn in 1535. The High Street is lined with independent shops and gastropubs, while the nearby Mundy Playing Fields offer facilities for children including a paddling pool.

The 6 O’clock Gin Distillery is also based here. A Tourist Information Centre is based in Thornbury’s Town Hall. The charming market town of Chipping Sodbury was founded in the 12th century and features medieval architecture and 17th century Cotswold stone. A Tourist Information Centre is based in the clock tower on the High Street.

OUT AND ABOUT Bristol Zoo Project offers animal adventures inspired by different corners of the world, from ancient Britain to Madagascar. Be sure to visit Bear Wood and roam alongside European brown bears, lynxes, and wolves on fully accessible treetop walkways. In the nearby village of Easter Compton, The Wave – the first inland surfing lake of its kind in Europe - offers a seaside experience in a rural eco-environment, and the 27-hole Kendleshire Golf Club is one of several local golf courses. At Aerospace Bristol in Patchway, you’ll discover the story of Bristol’s aviation history, including a chance to explore Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, the very last of its type to fly. Just off the M5 motorway at Junction 17, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway combines shopping, restaurants, free 32

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AVON VALLEY Family friendly Avon Valley Railway at Bitton runs steam train rides throughout the year. In nearby Keynsham, Avon Valley Adventure and Wildlife Park offers indoor and outdoor play areas, farm animals and exotic species set in 50 acres of countryside, plus an annual FEAR Scream Park (pictured) during Halloween season.

Join Bristol Packet Boat Trips for one of their cruises along the River Avon. Enjoy a cream tea on board or hop off at Beese’s Bar and Tea Gardens for lunch or drinks.

parking and entertainment, including the Planet Ice skating rink, home to Bristol Pitbulls.

Try a masterclass or take a tour at Jekka’s, a familyrun herb farm at Alveston. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy traffic-free routes along the National Cycle Network, including the popular Bristol & Bath Railway Path, which passes through the village of Warmley with its historic signal box, tea gardens and Bath Ales’ Hare Brewery. Just north of the area, family friendly attractions include Westonbirt Arboretum, the beautiful Berkeley Castle and WWT Slimbridge, where you can be at one with the wild. @visitbristol

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NORTH SOMERSET For woodland walks, cycle paths and classic seaside towns Cross the Clifton Suspension Bridge for Leigh Woods, the National Trust-owned woodland that sits on the edge of the Avon Gorge. A few minutes further on, Ashton Court Estate provides off-road cycling routes (hire a bike from Pedal Progression), pathways for walkers and acres of green space.

Hot-air balloons take off here – and don’t miss the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. A little further on you’ll find Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, home of big zoo animals and National Trust’s Tyntesfield, a Victorian Gothic Revival house with extensive gardens.

PORTISHEAD & CLEVEDON Roughly 10 miles from Bristol, Portishead has a 420-berth marina with a public arts trail and Lake Grounds, where there is an open-air pool and a boating lake. Nearby Clevedon boasts an elegant Grade I listed pier constructed in 1869, Clevedon Marine Lake is popular for open-water swimming and the Curzon cinema dated 1912.

FOOD & DRINK l Aldwick Court Estate Tour the vineyards and taste award-winning English wines (pictured). l Butcombe Brewery Go behind the scenes at this local brewer and visit some of the finest country pubs in the area. l Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Situated within Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House hotel, this restaurant offers a lively atmosphere and exquisite food. l Thatchers Cider Take a tour and see how they make their ciders. Combine it with a visit to their pub, The Railway Inn. l The Maple A relaxing and family-friendly restaurant that uses locally-sourced ingredients from the South West.

WESTON-SUPER-MARE Further south, this Victorian beach resort offers various seaside and cultural attractions – miles of sandy beach, a Marine Lake for paddling and boating, watersports, incredible street art and fabulous sunsets.

Weston is home to the famous Grand Pier which offers visitors amazing rides and experiences. Along the coast, Brean Leisure Park offers a great day out with a waterpark, theme park and golf course.

cycle route linking Weston to Clevedon. Or try the Strawberry Line from Yatton to Cheddar, an easy traffic-free cycle path that takes in Congresbury, Sandford, Winscombe and Axbridge, or the Brean Down Way cycle route from Weston to the National Trust’s spectacular Brean Down.

WALKING & CYCLING ROUTES Walkers should take a saunter along the Clevedon coast path to Portishead, part of the West Mendip Way, or head for the National Trust’s Sand Point and join the England Coast Path. If you prefer getting around on two wheels, try the new Pier to Pier Way, which will be completed in 2024, a 13-mile

FURTHER SOUTH Mendip Activity Centre offers a huge range of family activities including frisbee golf, archery and climbing. Wookey Hole is a great day out with ancient caves and family attractions. Cheddar Gorge & Caves are not to be missed. Glastonbury and Wells are also close by.

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Explore ancient baths and sacred springs in the heart of Georgian Bath

Georgian elegance, World Heritage architecture and steamy thermal spa waters set in the green hills of Somerset

ART & CULTURE For more on Bath’s historic past, explore some of its museums. For a slice of Georgian life, head to No.1 Royal Crescent (a popular setting for period costume dramas) or learn more about Jane Austen and her time in the city at The Jane Austen Centre.

For art lovers, The Holburne Museum combines classic and modern art in a stunning setting; the Victoria Art Gallery’s fine collection of British oil paintings date back to the 17th century; and the Museum of East Asian Art represents over 7,000 years of artistry and craftsmanship.The Herschel Museum, based at the same address on New King Street at which the family lived and worked in the 1700s, is dedicated to William and his sister Caroline’s achievements in astronomy and music. Step into the dark world of the author and her greatest creation at Mary Shelley’s House of Frankenstein. Just outside the city, the American Museum & Gardens houses a huge collection of Americana and is set in 125-acres of rolling topography with stunning views.

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Bath has been a leading destination for rest and relaxation since the Romans constructed the baths 2,000 years ago. The natural thermal springs that lie beneath the city still produce over a million litres of mineral water every day. At the thoroughly modern Thermae Bath Spa (above), relax and recuperate in the steamy waters of the rooftop pool and soak up spectacular views of the city. In 2021 Bath gained its second UNESCO World Heritage award as part of the Great Spa Towns of Europe. The water contains 43 minerals and has a rather unusual taste!

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COMPACT & PICTURESQUE Bath makes an ideal day trip as part of a short break to Bristol. The two contrasting cities complement each other perfectly and are closer than you may think: Bath is just 12 miles away by car, or 12 minutes by train from Bristol Temple Meads.

For a more leisurely journey, you can cycle the Bristol and Bath Railway Path, a 13-mile car-free route connecting the centres of both cities. The surrounding countryside is also great for bike rides and walking. From the magnificent Bath Abbey and the famous Roman Baths – one of the best-preserved Roman sites in the world – to the handsome crescents and terraces of its World Heritage architecture, the city’s many attractions are easily explored on foot.

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GETTING TO BRISTOL TRAIN Bristol Temple Meads is the city’s central mainline railway station, while Bristol Parkway, the out-oftown mainline railway station, is located to the north of the city in the village of Stoke Gifford. There are regular bus and rail services between the two stations. Frequent high-speed services from London Paddington railway station are operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) and take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. Bristol’s various city centre and Harbourside attractions are easily accessible on foot or by ferry from Temple Meads Station.

BUS Bristol is well-served with local, regional and national bus services. Most local services are run

by First Bus and passengers can tap-on-tap-off with a payment card to secure the best fares.

National Express and Megabus run regular services to Bristol city centre from across the country, dropping off next to Cabot Circus or Bristol Bus Station.

AIR Bristol Airport is approximately 25 minutes south of central Bristol and offers direct scheduled flights across Europe and connections worldwide. Bristol Airport Flyer express bus runs a frequent service, or taxis are available from departures.

GREAT WEST WAY® Bristol sits at the Western end of England’s Great West Way®. As well as travelling by bicycle, walking the landscapes, relaxing on waterways, or taking the road, you can also take advantage of the Great West Way® Discoverer pass from GWR offering unlimited train and bus travel along the route from London to Bristol – see more online.

ROAD Visitors are encouraged to use public transport to get to Bristol, wherever possible. Park & Ride services are available at Parkway Station, Yate, Lyde Green, Portway, Long Ashton and Brislington. Check online for fares, operating hours and schedules.

Travel to Bristol by GWR train

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GETTING AROUND BRISTOL TRAIN Access local trains to rural and city locations via Bristol Temple Meads in the city centre. Bristol has several local railway stations convenient for getting around the city and its surrounding areas, including the Severn Beach Line with stops popular with visitors such as Clifton Down and Montpelier. Use Stapleton Road station to visit St Mark’s Road. A journey planner is available via the Travelwest website.

BUS First Bus operates the majority of bus services in Bristol, and their handy app allows passengers to buy digital tickets for all services and track buses in live time. Physical tickets can also be purchased on board all buses by cash or card.

Day tickets are usually the cheapest option for getting around. Passengers can tap-on-tap-off with a payment card to secure the best fares.

CYCLING, SCOOTERS AND BIKE HIRE Bristol features a wide range of cycle lanes and routes, many of which are off-road and car-free.

Bikes of all different types can be hired from various businesses and locations around the city, including the Brompton Dock at Temple Meads station, Pedal Progression at Ashton Court, and Bristol Tandem Hire in the city centre. E-Scooters are available to hop on across the city.

BOAT Bristol Ferry Boats offer a year-round service with stops all around the Harbourside from Temple Meads station to Hotwells. Bristol Packet offer scheduled tours.

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There is a cross-harbour ferry running from Hannover Quay to Brunel’s SS Great Britain.

See our map on pages 44-45 for ferry landing locations.

See the tours on page 11 for more information about pleasure cruises around the Harbourside and further afield.

ACCESSIBILITY Bristol can be explored on foot, although some steep hills and cobbled streets can be difficult for wheelchair users and those with mobility issues to access. The Visit Bristol website features accessibility audits of the city’s accommodation and attractions, with most meeting the needs of all visitors, including neurodivergent people and those with physical disabilities or impairments. Wheelchair and scooter hire are both available from Shopmobility, located in Cabot Circus.

TAXI Hackney carriage taxis are painted in ‘Bristol blue’ and can be found at designated ranks across the city or hailed from the street. There are also private hire companies operating in the city and appbased taxi services such as Veezu, Uber and Bolt.

CAR Driving to Bristol? Make sure you know about the city’s Clean Air Zone. The zone will help make Bristol a healthier place for everyone. Check your vehicle now or pay the charge at www.gov.uk/clean-air-zones.

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