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Bristol (/ ˈ b r ɪ s t əl / ⓘ) is a city, unitary authority area and ceremonial county in South West England, the most populous city in the region. [9] [10] Built around the River Avon, it is bordered by the ceremonial counties of Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south.
- Cross one of the world’s most famous bridges. It’s all about location. Visionary Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel oversaw many groundbreaking projects throughout his illustrious career, and few are as spectacular as the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
- Go belowdecks on a 19th-century ship. Another masterpiece of design by Brunel, the SS Great Britain has resided in Bristol since 1970. A heroic salvage operation in the Falkland Islands thousands of miles away brought the ship back to the Bristol harbor, where she was first built in 1856; it’s remarkable she still exists in one piece.
- Experience the counterculture in Stokes Croft. The epicenter of Bristol’s creative movement, the Strokes Croft neighborhood offers a smorgasbord of jaunty art, cool cafes, quirky pubs, vintage shops and more.
- Enjoy the views from Cabot Tower. From the tumbling cliffsides of the Avon Gorge to the breathlessly steep walk up Nine Tree Hill, Bristol promises wild topography.
Welcome to VisitBristol.co.uk - Bristol's Official Tourist Information Site. Bristol is a city that doesn’t just buzz, it thumps! Book hotels, discover great things to do in Bristol, and get the latest tourist information on attractions, shopping, and eating out.
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- Soak up the views of the city from Clifton Observatory. This is the best spot to see Bristol’s most iconic sight: Clifton Suspension Bridge. Not a guidebook nor postcard about Bristol can go without an image of Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s engineering masterpiece.
- See the colourful houses. It’s a quirk of Bristol that so many of the houses here are brightly coloured. There are plenty of theories as to why, but few hold up under scrutiny.
- Shop on fiercely independent Gloucester Road. It can sometimes feel like there’s no end to unique shops on Gloucester Road. One of the longest stretches of independent businesses found in the UK, you’ll start by The Arches and soon find yourself on the outskirts of the city before you know it – discovering all the amazing shops, cafes and restaurants along the way.
- Walk across every bridge. Clifton Suspension Bridge is an iconic image of Bristol, even if it’s a little overused (yes, we know we’re guilty of it too).
Explore the official tourism guide to Bristol from VisitBritain. Discover the best things to do and why we love Bristol. Cool creative Bristol is a must-see for art, culture and action-packed adventure.
Discover the best of Bristol, from iconic landmarks and attractions to family-friendly activities and events. Whether you're looking for culture, nature, adventure or history, you'll find it in this vibrant city.
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