Welcome to Bristol: Private 2.5-hour Highlights Walking Tour

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Bristol is a vibrant and creative city on the River Avon, with fascinating medieval and maritime history combined with a thriving contemporary modern culture. It has two universities and is the home of Banksy and the explosion of the street art movement, alternative bands like Portishead and Massive Attack, as well as the medieval Old City lined with cobblestone streets, Gothic spires and Georgian terraces that speak of a history rich in global trade. Enjoy a privately guided tour of the highlights of the city followed by a drink on us at a local traditional pub.

Wander the medieval cobblestone streets of the Old City, stroll the avenues of Georgian terraces, admire the Gothic architecture of St Mary Redcliffe as you learn of the fascinating maritime history of the city. Enjoy the contemporary and creative buzz of the modern city, as you walk down Nelson Street with its explosion of street art, and several Banksy’s, before stopping in at the pub for a well-deserved drink on us!

What's Included

A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
Gratuities (optional)
Food and drink
Transportation, and hotel pickup/drop-off
Donations are accepted at St Mary Redcliffe Church but not included

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you outside the 'We the Curious" sign - Canon's Marsh, Bristol BS1 5DB, UK.

End point

The finish point will be at a pub along the route, and your guide will assist with advising you on your journey.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Bristol

    Stroll the atmospheric streets of Bristol’s Old City, rich in medieval history and packed with maritime character.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Walk to the beautiful Bristol Cathedral, and admire its unique and historic architecture - first built in 1140, and also see the now world-famous mural of Banksy's Well Hung Lover, also called the Naked Man on Frogmore Street, the first legal piece of street art in the UK.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Wander along the historic Corn Street in the heart of Bristol, lined with majestic Georgian and Edwardian architecture, cocktail bars and lively restaurants. See the old Corn Exchange - the former economic hub of the city, and now a thriving indoor market.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Explore St Nicholas Market in the heart of Old Bristol, housed in a Georgian arcade it is a buzzing maze of quirky stalls, grand architecture and delicious street food.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Follow your guide down Nelson Street - famous for its range of street art, lined with independent cafes and boutiques. Admire the oldest Methodist building in the world, John Wesley's New Room in the heart of the old city - built in 1739.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Walk past the evocative remains of Bristol Castle, the Norman fortress built in the 11th century near Broadmead, and end your fascinating tour of Bristol at the Old Market, the ancient marketplace just outside the old city walls, which is going strong today with a variety of independent shops.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Travel Curious

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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