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Guide Book

Bristol is bursting with life. Whether you are visiting for a few hours or staying for a fortnight, this exciting city has so much for you to see and do. Our 'Guide Book' is full of handy information on travelling around Bristol and exploring all that the city and the surrounding area has to offer.

You can now view the online version of the Bristol Short Breaks Guide 2008

Order your free copy of the Short Breaks Guide along with any of the other brochures and leaflets that we produce by clicking here.

Bristol has an enchanting history - find out more about Bristol's maritime heritage, discover Brunel's story and literary Bristol. Find out all about Bristol's pirate past in pirates and privateers.

Discover famous things Made in Bristol, the films and TV shows that are filmed in Bristol and read our fascinating facts about Bristol.

Learn about Famous Bristolians, including the latest works by infamous graffiti artist Banksy and Plasticine chums Wallace and Gromit.

See Gay Bristol for a guide to gay-friendly bars and clubs around the city, read reviews of the city and hear from Bristolians about why they love My Bristol - why not have a go at speaking the local lingo yourself with how to speak Bristolian!

While you're here, take some time to explore the city's districts. Head north, south, east or west to the inner city, districts and suburbs, which each have their own unique style and charm.

Bristol is also the gateway to the South West of England, providing the perfect base to explore the region.

You can now view our Bristol Video Tour 2008 - an exciting virtual guide to the city, its people and its places.

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