Bristol was highly rated for sightseeing by 36 guests from the United States!Bristol Travel Guide
From Brunel to Banksy!
Britain’s 4th most popular visitor destination, Bristol features Brunel’s magnificent Clifton Suspension Bridge spanning the Avon River. More Brunel handiwork is in the harbor, 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 registered historic 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 centers 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 artist Banksy. Just like Booking.com’s Bristol accommodations, 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 rail line is now a cycle route and makes a great day trip.
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What Guests Said About Bristol:
Carole
United Kingdom
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Love Bristol for the shopping, great restaurants and variety.
Love Bristol for the shopping, great restaurants and variety.
The waterfront is very lively and the food and balloon festival nice to visit when they are on.
Cabot circus is a great shopping destination and Clifton has some lovely smaller eclectic independents.
Its a very hilly city though and you need stamina to walk around.
Traffic is a nightmare here so avoid peak times coming in and out as it can add a couple of hours to a seemingly quick trip. Current roadworks and traffic diversions in the town centre are adding to the chaos at the moment. Park and ride if possible.
Lived here when the kids were young and Bristol Zoo Gardens are a must. Various water features in the centre and Millenium square to splash in hot weather and nice boat trips to see the harbour. Clifton Bridge and the Camera Obscura are an interesting visit with a nearby park and the common for a run around or picnic.
Anastasija
United Kingdom
10
Exceptional
reviews
The vibes of London with the coziness of seaside small town...
The vibes of London with the coziness of seaside small town - Bristol has it all! I had a lot of time to spare for walking and sighseeing - was very pleased with the time spent chilling on Brandon Hill and the view of Bristol you get from the tower is spectacular. The Lubrary and the Cathedral are the must-see if you want to get a feel of the history of the city. For a nice dinner and to taste those famous ciders of Bristol head straight to pubs of the old town. All in all, a gem often missed by the ones exploring UK on the south-west coast of Britain.
Maureen L
United States of America
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Energetic city.
Energetic city. Enjoyable from the street music to the cathedral music. Giuseppe's a great restaurant, caffe Nero is our new favorite coffee. Coming from a car culture, it was way to learn the streets and navigate city.
jtheo
United Kingdom
8.0
Very Good
reviews
Bristol seems a different city every few meters, from the...
Bristol seems a different city every few meters, from the Harbour to the Hills, the amazing St Mary Redcliffe Church and the M Shed Museum, the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery or the Red Lodge, the Banksy Graffiti and the magnificent Brunel's SS Great Britain. We had only one day, but we'll be back to visit more.
Evangeline
Norway
10
Exceptional
reviews
Favorite spots for during the day: The aquarium and @bristol...
Favorite spots for during the day: The aquarium and @bristol science learning centre, walking around the parks and along the water.
Favorite spots in the evening:
Harbourside, kings street.
Places that we ate at were: Prezzo, Tikka Flame and Cotes
Brassiere.
Good and frequent public transport. Also accessible to walk to most places as well.
Activities: Night life, aquarium, Clifton suspension bridge and observatory, shopping anywhere not just Cabot Circus.
Brian
United Kingdom
4.0
Review score
reviews
This was only a one-night stay as a recce of a city we'd...
This was only a one-night stay as a recce of a city we'd never visited. For all the perceptions we'd built up about horrendous parking issues, it turned out OK (if expensive in NCP multi-stories. Loved the architecture, the Clifton Suspension bridge and surrounds, the Zoo and the Harbourside. Much more to see and do in Bristol and we certainly will be back for more.
“+ The bed was fantastic
+ The staff were really friendly and welcoming
+ The room was massive
+ The bathroom was well fitted
+ Items such and tea/coffee and shower gel were provided and replaced promptly when used
+ Fresh flowers in the room were a great touch
+ Breakfast options were varied
+ The location is brilliant
+ The price was a great bargain for the quality on offer
+ We would choose this hotel again when we return to Bristol”
“Close to Cabot Circus but good pub (the Volunteer Tavern) behind and close to the Exchange where we went to see a band. Staff were helpful and friendly. Despite it being a Bank Holiday Friday the hotel was quiet. Free parking. Best value central Bristol Hotel I have stayed in.”
“The hotel was ideally situated for us. There was a gang of us in Bristol for my partners 40th.
The rooms were a good size and the bed and pillows were lovely.”
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