Bristol was highly rated for shopping by 7,897 guests from the United Kingdom!Bristol travel guide
From Brunel to Banksy!
Britain’s 4th most popular visitor destination, Bristol boasts Brunel’s magnificent Clifton Suspension Bridge spanning the River Avon. More Brunel handiwork is in the harbour where his SS Great Britain steamship is moored. Pirate walks here detail the city’s underground naval history.
Further north in Clifton is the world’s oldest zoo outside a capital city. Other Bristol attractions include At-Bristol Museum and the Grade I-listed Corn Exchange with its 4 "nails" outside where money changed hands. Also worth a visit is St Nicholas Market, in a Georgian square home to several bars and a Slow Food Market on the 1st Sunday of every month. Other Bristol shopping options include shopping centres at Cabot Circus, and Cribbs Causeway on the outskirts.
As a student city, Bristol really comes to life after dark. The live music scene here is fantastic and has given way to several internationally known bands, but for something more alternative head to Eastside.
Another option for alternative-seekers is the work of hometown street artists Banksy. Just like Booking.com’s Bristol accommodation, his work is spread throughout this fabulous city.
This Gateway to the West Country is served by Bristol Airport and Temple Meads train station. The old Bristol to Bath railway line is now a cycle route and makes a great day trip.
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What guests said about Bristol:
prancer54
United Kingdom
8.0
Very good
reviews
Many things to do and see from aquariums, harbours and ships...
Many things to do and see from aquariums, harbours and ships to shopping eating and theatre.Bristol is packed with bars restaurants and culture. Ferry boats available around the station and harbour, and a great local bus service.
Sally
United Kingdom
8.0
Very good
reviews
As it was a lovely sunny weekend, it seemed to have a real...
As it was a lovely sunny weekend, it seemed to have a real holiday feel as we were walking around the Harbour. There were lots of places to eat and lots of things to do. We went to Bristol Zoo and Bristol Museum, we will visit a few more places when we come again.
jepino
United Kingdom
8.0
Very good
reviews
Bristol is a beautiful city with a very friendly atmosphere...
Bristol is a beautiful city with a very friendly atmosphere and buzz about the place. There's something for everyone - couples, families and larger groups. The city is close to other great locations such as Bath and The Cotswolds with good transport links in and out of the city. There is a lot to explore within Bristol, from Banksy artwork to the Clifton Suspension Bridge there should be something of interest for most travellers. The locals are very welcoming and engaging with visitors.
Paul
United Kingdom
10
Exceptional
reviews
Stayed one night.
Stayed one night.
Visited SS Great Britain on the day we arrived. Excellent
Weather was superb and used the river taxi's to get around back and forth to the hotel.
Went for our evening meal to San Carlos Italian restaurant. Excellent
Second day we went to Bristol aquarium which we thoroughly enjoyed
Ana
United Kingdom
10
Exceptional
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I love Bristol, it is the city with the most trees and dogs...
I love Bristol, it is the city with the most trees and dogs in the UK! Very very green, full of lovely and eccentric coffee shops and has a wonderful art scene: My favourite places are the M shed, which has backstage tours every Saturday with the loveliest of staff, and Arnolfini, one fantastic contemporary art gallery.
Margaret
United Kingdom
10
Exceptional
reviews
So much to do, the harbourside, Clifton Village and Avon...
So much to do, the harbourside, Clifton Village and Avon Gorge. We stayed on a really hot few days and strolling round the harbourside with all the live music just added to it. St Mary's Redcliffe was worth a visit, the SS Great Britain and a cruise round the harbour, not to mention the ferry - everyone was so friendly - hope to return!!
“The rooms are nicely finished and clean. The hotel is on the way out towards the airport so it was very handy for my one night stopover. I had a lovely walk and boat ride along the river into the city centre.”
“The hotel was very convenient for us as we were visiting family on that side of Bristol. The bus service to the centre is frequent and cheap and there was space to leave our car.
Although they were busy preparing for their beer festival, the staff were welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. The room was clean and quiet.”
“The atmosphere was great. We are mature amongst younger people but was made to feel welcome. Perfect location for Calstone Hall and all city centre activities. We stayed before catching s plane at Bristol airport. Would recommend to all.”
“Clean, comfortable room, in a well appointed hotel, 5 minute walk from the centre of Bristol.
Didn't eat at the hotel this time as there was no shortage of places to eat close by.”
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