Discover Bristol’s rich history, vibrant street art, and harbourside charm on this self-guided walking tour. In just 2–3 hours, you will get a little taste of everything that Bristol has to offer from street art to religious sites and Georgian houses to the atmospheric Christmas You will hear about forgotten castles, an English phrase coined in Bristol and how the city is acknowledging its former ties to the slave trade.
Blending centuries of architecture and fascinating stories, this tour is for first time visitors who want to get to the know the city. It is the perfect way to experience the city at your own pace – with plenty of photo opportunities and time to pause for a pint or snack along the way.
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The tour ends in front of the M shed which is free for you to explore
Discover a unique "hall church" with origins that date back to over 1000 years ago!
Find out how this piece of graffiti by an anonymous artist changed Bristol's street art-scape forever
Walk down atmospheric 17th-century stone steps lined with quirky shops and hear the stories behind the origin of the name
Discover an elegant Georgian square with a turbulent past
Home to the See No Evil murals
Hear about the beginnings of the Methodist movement which started right here!
Stroll through a green riverside park with traces of Bristol’s Norman castle and a poignant WWII bombed church
Hear about the historic trading hub where deals were struck “on the nail” and explore the market
End at the harbourside, pass by a famous pub said to be frequented by Blackbeard the pirate and explore the M shed museum
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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