If ever there was a city with a story to tell, it’s Bristol.

Enveloped in the hills of South West England, Bristol has developed an inimitable identity and fiercely independent spirit, crafted by its passionate locals.

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26 Things to do in 2026

Make the most of the year with our list of 2025 must-dos, covering everything from…

Winter in Bristol

Whether it snows or not, you’re sure to feel festive in Bristol over winter.

A view of the Clifton Suspension Bridge in West Bristol covered in snow, looking towards the Abbots Leigh area - credit Angharad Paull

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Bristol Light Festival

Bristol Light Festival is set to return to Bristol for 10 days of dazzling light-based artworks to…

Lunar New Year 2026 at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Welcome the Year of The Fire Horse! Join these joyful celebration to usher in Lunar New Year, also…

Mini-museum hunt! 50 years of Aardman at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Feb 28, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026

Mini Aardman treasures have been hidden around the museum - how many can you find? A little bit of…

Mini-museum hunt! 50 years of Aardman at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Feb 28, 2026 - Sep 13, 2026

Superhero Engineers at Brunel's SS Great Britain

Feb 28, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026

We all know that engineering has shaped our world – but how many of the great engineers can…

Superhero Engineers at Brunel's SS Great Britain

Feb 28, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Feb 28, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026

Step into the breathtaking beauty and raw power of nature with Wildlife Photographer of the…

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 61 at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery

Feb 28, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026

After Hours at Wake the Tiger

Wake The Tiger
Mar 13, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026

Got a mate or a date and looking for something a little different for your next evening…

Mar 13, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026

Sunday Roasts on Board Brunel's SS Great Britain

Mar 15, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026

Sunday Roasts in Bristol just got even better! Step aboard the SS Great Britain and enjoy a…

Sunday Roasts on Board Brunel's SS Great Britain

Mar 15, 2026 - Aug 16, 2026

The Greatest Showman: The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome

Mar 15, 2026 - May 10, 2026

Leave what's real behind and be the first to experience the spectacular stage adaptation…

The Greatest Showman: The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome

Mar 15, 2026 - May 10, 2026

Bristol Walk Fest

May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Bristol Walk Fest is an annual festival between 1 - 31 May showcasing the best of Bristol…

May 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Badminton Horse Trials 2026

May 6, 2026 - May 10, 2026

The Badminton Horse Trials return from 6 - 10 May 2026. The event is staged within…

May 6, 2026 - May 10, 2026

Upfest

Tobacco Factory Theatres
May 15, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Upfest is Europe's largest street art festival, taking place across the South Bristol…

May 15, 2026 - May 31, 2026

ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 at Bristol County Ground

Gloucestershire County Cricket Club
Jun 12, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026

The tournament will open with England Women taking on Sri Lanka at Edgbaston on Friday…

ICC Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup 2026 at Bristol County Ground

Jun 12, 2026 - Jul 5, 2026

The Official Guide to Bristol

Welcome to Bristol! Take a trip around some city highlights with our video guide...

Visit Bristol - The official tourist guide to Bristol

Exploring Bristol for the First Time - The Magic Geekdom

From iconic places like Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge and the SS Great Britain museum to unique…

Exploring Bristol for the First Time (Not What We Expected)

24 Best Things to do in Bristol - The Intrepid Guide

From Banksy to bridges, markets to museums, and churches to castles, this Bristol city guide shows…

How to spend 24 hours in Bristol - Steph and Pete

A family-friendly guide to the city, with some top food picks and activities.

Bristol Narrated Walking Tour

This walk around the city takes in many local landmarks, including the Wills Memorial Building…

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Film and TV

Agatha Christie's Seven Dials filming locations in Bristol

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Netflix's new adaptation of Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials has an all-star…

Agatha Christie's Seven Dials filming locations in Bristol

Film and TV

The Bristol TV watchlist

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How many TV shows starring Bristol can you name? As well as shows set in the city…

Film and TV

Bristol film & TV filming locations

19 min read

In celebration of the city's status as a UNESCO City of Film, we take a look at…

Film and TV

Itinerary: The Outlaws-themed break in Bristol

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Stephen Merchant’s comedy thriller The Outlaws was set and filmed in and…

Itinerary: The Outlaws-themed break in Bristol

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From late availability to money-off discounts, we have a special offer to suit you. Find a saving on your next Bristol break. Whether you're in need of a last-minute getaway or you're simply looking for a saving for your next trip, we have an offer for you. From last-minute trips to early bird…

A group of balloons lifting off in a mass ascent at Bristol International Balloon Fiesta - credit Paul Box

Historic and Heritage

An A-Z of top Bristol trivia

8 min read

Are you looking for some tantalising Bristol tales to impress your friends? Or learn more about the…

Food and Drink

Pre-theatre dining in Bristol

9 min read

Bristol has theatres and venues dotted across the city, and many restaurants offer special…

Street Art and Banksy

Banksy and other street art hotspots in Bristol

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Visiting Bristol is like browsing an outdoor urban gallery. Tour the city’s streets and…

Banksy and other street art hotspots in Bristol

Food and Drink

Michelin-starred restaurants in Bristol

7 min read

Bristol is home to two Michelin-starred restaurants and several more that have been awarded a Bib…

Food and Drink

Where to find classic British food in Bristol

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If this is your first visit to Bristol or the UK, no doubt top of your list is trying some…

Where to find classic British food in Bristol

Food and Drink

Where to go for pancakes in Bristol

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We’re lucky to have stacks of places in Bristol where you can fill up on pancakes. If you…

Food and Drink

Bristol's best steak restaurants

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On a quest to find a perfectly cooked medium-rare steak and the best peppercorn sauce in this fair…

Food and Drink

Bristol's best doughnuts

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Get your chops around Bristol’s finest doughnuts... Pinkmans Start the day in the most…

Events

Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in Bristol

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Bristol has plenty going on to kick off the Year of the Horse – join in the celebrations at…

Where to celebrate Lunar New Year in Bristol

Food and Drink

Bristol's best Chinese food

5 min read

We've selected the best of Bristol’s Chinese food offering, as recommended by locals…

Historic and Heritage

Landmark tales from Bristol's LGBTQIA+ past

9 min read

These days, Bristol enjoys a vibrant and friendly LGBTQIA+ scene, with a fantastic variety of gay…

Landmark tales from Bristol's LGBTQIA+ past

Things To Do

Where to watch the Six Nations in Bristol

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The Six Nations is back, keeping rugby fans on the edge of their seats over five weekends from 5…

Where to watch the Six Nations in Bristol

Want to know what makes Bristol so special? It's more than just boats, bridges and…

About Bristol

Banksy's 'Well Hung Lover' on Park Street, central Bristol

The city of Bristol is made up of a series of districts and areas, each with its own…

Areas of Bristol

A balloon flying over Bristol Harbourside during the Bristol Balloon Fiesta - credit Paul Box

Make the most of your time in Bristol while keeping your trip as sustainable as…

Sustainable Bristol

A canopy of trees in the grounds of Ashton Court Estate near Bristol, credit Paul Box

Before you arrive

So you’re planning a trip to Bristol? Or maybe you
are already here?

Either way, we want to make your visit to our city as easy and enjoyable as possible. In this section you’ll find all the important information that you might need when visiting.

Perhaps you want to know more about the different areas of Bristol? Take a look at a map of Bristol? Or how to get here and get around? Browse the articles and pages here to help you plan your visit.

As a visitor to Bristol, you are in the right place to find out about the best things to see and do in the city and its surrounding area. Let us help you with anything you’re unsure about and make your break the best it can be!