Welcome to Bristol: Private 2.5-hour Highlights Walking Tour
Overview
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!
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!
Inclusions
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bristol, Bristol, England
Stroll the atmospheric streets of Bristol’s Old City, rich in medieval history and packed with maritime character.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bristol Cathedral, College Green, Bristol BS1 5TJ England
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Corn Street, Corn St, Bristol BS1, UK
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Saint Nicholas Market, The Glass Arcade The Exchange, Bristol BS1 1HT England
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Nelson Street, Nelson St, Bristol BS1, UK
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Old Market, Bristol, UK
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bristol, Bristol, England
Stroll the atmospheric streets of Bristol’s Old City, rich in medieval history and packed with maritime character.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bristol Cathedral, College Green, Bristol BS1 5TJ England
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Corn Street, Corn St, Bristol BS1, UK
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Saint Nicholas Market, The Glass Arcade The Exchange, Bristol BS1 1HT England
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Nelson Street, Nelson St, Bristol BS1, UK
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Old Market, Bristol, UK
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.