Bristol is a spectacular and historic place to visit and many believe it is the perfect city break location. It offers visitors a unique experience, with many popular things to see and do around the city. These are some ideas to help you get the most from your Bristol city break:
Tours Of The City
When you visit a city for the first time, it is always a good idea to get your bearings as quickly as possible. The best way to do this is to take a tour of Bristol, soon after you arrive. This gives you the perfect opportunity to find out what the city has to offer, the history of the city, and what the most interesting places are in the city. After the initial tour, you can return to the places you found most interesting for a longer visit. A range of walking tours and bus tours are available that can help you familiarise yourself with this historic city. WalkingBristol.com is one the recommended walking tour companies.
If you have your own transport, you have more flexibility, but be aware that Bristol parking is known for being hard to find, especially close to the city center.
Festivals
Timing is everything when it comes to some city breaks. Bristol comes alive in the summer months with various festivals held in the city every year. The famous Glastonbury music festival is held close by, for those who want to include that in their visit to the Bristol area. However, the city itself hosts some extremely popular festivals throughout the summer months too, making it an entertaining place to take a break. Its most popular festivals include St. Pauls Carnival, Tokyo World, the Balloon Festival, and the Harbour Festival.
Historic Places
The city of Bristol is steeped in history. Everywhere you turn, you are reminded of its past. Its heritage and historical tours can give you a greater insight into the development of the city throughout the ages. The most popular historical landmarks and features in Bristol include the Georgian House Museum, Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, Bristol Cathedral, Cabot Tower, and Brunel’s SS Great Britain.
Nightlife, Dining, And Entertainment
After a busy day touring the city, visitors can relax and enjoy themselves in the city’s many bars and restaurants. These establishments offer visitors a wide range of dining experiences and places to socialise. The most popular areas to socialise include the Harbour area and Hotwells area. If you have an interest in the more cultural side of the city, the Hippodrome and Old Vic are the perfect places to see a show during your stay. Have a look on Ticketmaster for the latest Bristol Hippodrome tickets.
Other Attractions And Activities
Bristol has a long relationship with water. Bristol city docks, Bristol Aquarium, and the stunning Clifton Suspension Bridge are just some of the attractions that are a reminder of this. As well as taking walking tours and bus tours, you can also take boat tours of the city. These will give you a unique view of the city which will be something you will remember from your visit for a long time to come.
Bristol has a lot to offer! However, many people do not make the most of their visit. The ideas above are some of the best ways to get the most from your next visit to this amazing city.
